Mater Dolorosa Passionist Retreat Center

Mater Dolorosa's operations continue to be greatly affected by the covid19 pandemic, we hosted 35 weekend retreats, which is down from 43 in our pre pandemic years, which were either Passionist preached or Passionist sponsored. During these weekend retreats approximately 1,500 retreatants were served. During this fiscal year special day of reflection programs included, lenten reflection series, and weekly sunday evening centering prayer, served approximately 85 people. Mater Dolorosa extended ministry offerings to young adults by offering meetings (30 attended). Mater Dolorosa's hispanic ministry was able to hold 2 weekend retreats in spanish. Las posadas returned. And approximately 150 people attended. Mater Dolorosa provided housing and hospitality for 177 hosted programs during this fiscal year. These single to multi-day programs are conducted by the group using the facility and are available to other non-profit entities such as churches and schools. Approximately 6,237 individuals were served during these hosted programs. Mater Dolorosa finally was able to open on good friday, approximately 3,000 people came to pray the stations of the cross. During times when it isn't occupied with Retreat groups, Mater Dolorosa is open to individuals who wish to come to the Center for personal prayer.