Diocese of Fresno Principal’s Retreat, February 2026
St. Anthony Retreat and Conference Center
43816 Sierra Dr
Three Rivers,
CA
93271
United States
February 4, 2026 - February 5, 2026
Retreat Overview
We are excited to spend two days with Principals in the Diocese of Fresno diving into the themes found in the book: Remain in Me and I in You: Relating to God as a Person, Not an Idea by Father Wayne Sattler. We will explore and reflect on knowing God, loving God, and serving God.
This retreat blends presentations with interactive sessions, giving you a chance to explore content from the best-selling book as well as spend time in prayer, reflection and small group discussion.
Schedule
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Wednesday, February 4th
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8:00-9:00am
Optional Breakfast
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9:00-9:30am
Check-In
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9:30-10:00am
Morning Prayer
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10:00-10:45am
Is God an Idea or a Person?
Enjoy a presentation reflecting on the first theme of the book "Remain in Me".
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10:45-11:00am
Break
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11:00-11:30am
Lectio Divina and Small Group Discussion
Pray with a passage from one of the Gospels and reflect with your colleagues on the themes from the first presentation.
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11:30-12:00pm
Holy Mass
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12:00-1:00pm
Lunch
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1:00-1:45pm
Knowing God
Enjoy a presentation reflecting on the second theme in the book.
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1:45-2:30pm
Coming to Know God Through Beauty
Pray with and reflect on a variety of sacred art images and discuss your observations and reflections with your colleagues.
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2:30-3:00pm
Break
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3:00-4:00pm
Loving God
Enjoy a presentation reflecting on the third theme in the book.
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4:00-5:00pm
Eucharistic Adoration and Confessions
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5:00-6:00pm
Break
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6:00-7:00pm
Dinner
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7:00pm
Social Gathering/Free Time
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Thursday, February 5th
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8:00-8:15am
Morning Prayer
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8:15-9:00am
Breakfast
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9:00-10:00am
Serving God
Enjoy a presentation reflecting on the final theme in the book.
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10:00-10:45am
Small Group Discussion and Reflection
Gather in small groups to pray and share concluding reflections on the themes explored.
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10:45-11:00am
Break
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11:00-11:30am
Personal Prayer Time
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11:30-12:00pm
Holy Mass
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12:00-12:45pm
Lunch
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12:45pm
Dismissal
