Cornerstone is a 26-hour retreat, held separately for men and women here at Our Lady of the Valley Church, which allows adults to become more actively involved in their spiritual development by examining and perhaps sharing their own stories, reflecting up others, forming meaningful relationships and building community with God.

There is no mystery to Women's Cornerstone weekend.  It is simply a gathering of ordinary women sharing their stories and journeys of Christian discipleship. The weekend is facilitated by a team who are passing along the gift of Cornerstone that they have previously experienced.

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.

The weekend will begin at 6:30 PM on Friday, February 10th and end at approximately 8:30 PM on Saturday, February 11th following a Mass. There will be a brief celebration after the Mass in Monsignor Rugel Hall.

Any pictures taken during the week-end may be used to share information about the Cornerstone with ladies of the Parish.

A suggested donation of $75.00 to cover meals and materials made payable to "Our Lady of the Valley Church." If you cannot attend the retreat due to financial burden, scholarships are available and confidential. Gift certificates are available for friends and family.

All meals, including dinner on Friday evening and Saturday evening before departure will be provided.
(Please advise if you have any special dietary needs).

During the weekend in a very casual atmosphere, some of these 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.