Motherhood is the best and most exhausting blessing. Whether you are a new mom in the thick of it with young children or you have teenagers and young adults (or even full grown adults) you need time to rest and fill your heart and soul!

Join us for our first Fiat Mom’s Retreat! Our goal for this retreat is to help moms live out their vocational fiat. We are all called to say yes to the Lord wholeheartedly like Mary did, especially in our vocations as wives and mothers, but it starts in our identity as His beloved daughters.

This year's theme is "rebuilding your foundation".

Who is this retreat for?

If you are currently pregnant with your first or you are an empty nester, we would love to have you join us! All moms are welcome!

What about my nursing baby?

Bring them! Lord knows, it’s hard to go anywhere without our babies who are fully dependent on us for food. You are welcome to bring your baby (0-12 months), just know you may be sharing a room with another nursing mom.

Whats Included?

Your registration includes accommodations for the weekend at Sanctus Ranch. There are multiple options to choose from. All snacks, soda, water, coffee & tea are provided.

We will begin our meals with Friday evening dinner at 6:15. You will enjoy Breakfast (8:30) and Lunch (12:00) on Saturday. Prepare to feast on Saturday evening (6:00) with an Amazing meal! Sunday Breakfast (8:30) will round out our meals for the weekend.

We will also provide a (BYOB) wine night Friday night and an optional SoulCore class on Saturday!

What should I expect?

Our goal is relaxation, time to grow in faith and for you to build new friendships with other moms! We will have talks, reflections, prayer (including adoration on Saturday night) and activities that we hope will help you remember your primary vocation and learn how to better live out your fiat.

What should I bring?

Please bring comfortable clothes, jacket, personal toiletries & your bath towel. Also, participants will be asked to bring a bottle (or two) of your favorite wine or spirit to enjoy during the weekend.

Please also bring your bible, journal, rosary, prayer books, lap blanket if you get cold. Work out clothes for optional SoulCore class.

Speakers and Topics of the Retreat

Stephanie Micklitz (left) will be your Emcee for the weekend and Becka Gerhart (center) & Kim Zimmerman (right) will be your worship leaders.

You & God

Speaker: Abigail Maggio

Keeping the first thing...FIRST!

Abigail Maggio is a wife and stay at home mom to a beautiful baby girl. Her and her family live in Sommerville, Texas and spend their days building a homestead that they hope to fill with lots of children, friends and family. With chickens, goats, and constant house renovations she keeps pretty busy, but likes to find God in the small moments of every day. Orienting toward Christ, living her vocation, and building a life for her family.

You & You

Speaker: Julia Motekaitis

How not to lose yourself in Motherhood.

Julia Motekaitis lives in Central Texas with her husband, three sons and two cats. With an educational background in counseling and professional experience in campus ministry and writing, her life took an unexpectedly wonderful turn as a fitness coach. She also has three different certifications to teach pilates-emphasized classes, including SoulCore.

You & Your Husband

Speaker: Estefani Guzman

How to make your marriage a priority as a mom

Estefani Guzman is a mother of 2 young boys and has been married to her best friend, Anthony, for nearly 5 years. She graduated from Texas A&M university and now works from home for Deloitte in their Talent department. She attends St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church in Austin, Texas. She loves spending time with family and friends, exploring new parks with her boys, and reading a good book.

You & Your Children

Speaker: Kristen Combo

How to be the Mom you want to be.

You & Everything Else

Speaker: Erica Tighe Campbell

Using your gifts and talents (in and outside the home).

Erica Tighe Campbell is the owner of Be A Heart, a lifestyle brand that shares light and hope. She has a forthcoming book entitled “Living the Seasons” (Ave Maria Press, Fall 2023). She lives in San Antonio with her husband and two daughters (ages 3 & 1). Her perfect day would be drinking a warm cup of coffee while prayer journaling, going to a workout class, having a fried chicken sandwich for lunch (always with a Diet Coke), going to an art museum, and dinner with her family. You can follow her on instagram at @ericatighecampbell and @beaheartdesign

Tentative Retreat Schedule

Friday4 PM

Arrival & Check-in

Friday5:30 PM

Mass

Friday6:15 PM

Dinner & Fellowship

Friday7:30 PM

Praise & Worship, Talk, Group Time, & Meditation

Friday8:30 PM

BYOB Wine Social (relax and meet other mom's)

Saturday8:30 AM

Breakfast (Sleep in...God speaks to those who are rested!)

Saturday9:30 AM

Praise & Worship, Talk, Group Time, & Meditation

Saturday12 PM

Angelus & Lunch

Saturday1 PM

Talk & Activity

Saturday3 PM

FREE TIME or optional Divine Mercy Chaplet & Craft

Saturday5 PM

Talk, Group Time, & Relfection

Saturday6:15

Prepare for a feast! Beef Tenderloin & Grilled Shrimp Dinner with all the fixings.

Saturday7:30 PM

Talk, ADORATION, & Bonfire

Sunday8:30 AM

Breakfast

Sunday10 AM

Holy Mass. Families are invited to join you for Mass.

Where is this retreat held?

Location Information

Location Name
Sanctus Ranch Retreat Center
Address
2647 River Bluff Circle, Pipe Creek, TX, 78063 US
Directions
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Down payment of $75 will reserve your spot. Remaining payment will be due on May 12th, 2023.

Choose your accommodations

QUEEN - Shared Double Queen Room in Vespers Lodge ($285.00)
You and a roommate will each have a Queen bed in a shared Hotel Style room. Private Bathroom with large shower.
QUEEN - Shared Double Queen & Double Twin Room in Vespers Lodge ($260.00)
You will have a Queen bed and up to three (3) roommates will join you in sharing this Hotel Style room. Private Bathroom with large shower.
TWIN - Shared Double Queen & Double Twin Room in Vespers Lodge ($235.00)
You will have a Twin bed and up to three (3) roommates will join you in sharing this Hotel Style room. Private Bathroom with large shower.
TWIN - Shared Bunk room in Corpus Lodge ($210.00)
You will have a Twin bed and up to three (7) roommates will join you in sharing this Bunk Style room. Shared Bathrooms.
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