Cornerstone
What is Cornerstone?
Cornerstone is a 26-hour experience which provides you with the opportunity to reflect, renew and strengthen your faith while meeting other men/women in our Christian community. The weekend is hosted at our parish by parishioners who have experienced the gift of past Cornerstone weekends. There are two Cornerstone retreats a year -- one Men's Cornerstone and one Women's Cornerstone.
Cornerstone...
- provides an outstanding opportunity to meet and interact with other men/women of the parish,
- in a welcoming, non-judgemental environment and,
- allows for the opportunity to step out of the hustle of daily life to relax, pause and reflect
What You Can Expect
There is no mystery to the Cornerstone weekend. It's simply a gathering of ordinary men/women sharing stories and life's experiences.
The weekend is facilitated by a team who are passing along the gift of Cornerstone which they have previously experienced. During the weekend in a very casual atmosphere, some of these men/women will give a short talk followed by discussion at your table. You may share in the discussion as much or as little as you choose, or not at all, if that is your preference.
There will be a number of opportunities on the weekend to examine your relationship with God, your family and others in your life. Most of all, it is an opportunity to step out of our daily routine to think about those things that matter to you most, in an atmosphere that lends itself to reflection and contemplation.
Who Comes on Cornerstone?
- Anyone looking to "jump-start" their sense of belonging in the parish community.
- Those looking to take time out for themselves and reflect.
- Men/Women who have been away from the Church for awhile and are curious about re-connecting.
- Those looking to meet and interact with other men/women in our Christian community.
- Those who simply need some time to stop and think
- Ordinary People Like You!
Cornerstone Schedule
- Arrival
- Friday evening, approximately 6:30 p.m., at OLL School
- Meals
- All meals, including dinner on Friday's arrival, are provided.
- Departure
- The Cornerstone retreat will conclude on Saturday evening after our 7:30pm mass and reception.
(A letter with details will be sent to you prior to the weekend.)
How many times have you thought about it, considered it, and then for whatever reason, did not attend? Make this the year you give yourself the "Gift of Cornerstone."
