A weekend retreat designed specifically for couples forming a blended family, whether preparing for remarriage or already married. Grounded in the Smart Stepfamilies framework, this experience addresses the unique realities of second unions, including family dynamics, grief, co-parenting, finances, and building lasting unity.
Led by experienced facilitator couples who have lived the blended family journey, this retreat offers practical insight in a supportive, honest, and non-threatening environment.
Required for engaged couples in the Diocese of Lansing entering a second union.
This All Hallows’ Eve, Catholic singles ages 21–35 are invited to an evening of treats, conversation, and romance.
Join us for a Catholic Speed Dating Night inspired by the spirit of royalty, nobility, knights, ladies, and the romance of a bygone age. Come dressed for the occasion! Whether as a king or queen, prince or princess, knight, noble, or another elegant interpretation of the theme!
Look your best as you meet fellow young adult Catholics face-to-face.
This retreat is open to women ages 18-39 who are seeking God's will for their lives and want to grow in discernment of God's will and prayer.
Religious Sisters from various communities, Consecrated Virgins, and Consecrated women of the diocese will be giving talks on discerning God's will, understanding the consecrated life, prayer, testimonies of how they heard God's calling in their lives, and more.
Retreat format: The Consecrated/Sisters will be in small groups and provide a joyful witness of what it means to be consecrated to the Lord as a Bride of Christ in service to His church. Mass (Saturday and Sunday), Adoration, Confession, Spiritual Mentorship and meals for Saturday and Breakfast Sunday, will be part of this retreat. Please note that Friday dinner is on your own before you arrive to the Retreat center.
Time: Friday, December 4 at 7:00pm and end Sunday, December 6 at 11:00 am.
Deadline to register is: November 27, 2026
Join Verso Ministries and the Diocese of Lansing for a life-changing week on pilgrimage. Experience the global Church firsthand amidst the unique and vibrant story of Catholicism in Korea. From remarkable saints, bustling markets, and moving shrines to Mass with the Pope and sleeping under the stars, join millions of Catholic young people in this worldwide encounter and celebration. You’ll never experience God, the Church, or your faith the same way again.