Women's Recovery Weekend Retreat

With John McAndrew, MA, MDiv

February 20 - 22, 2026

Date and Time Details: Friday, February 20 at 6:00 pm - Sunday, February 22 @ 1:30 pm

Location: Mary & Joseph Retreat Center

Address: 5300 Crest Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275, USA

Contact: Jose' Salas
jsalas@maryjoseph.org
310-377-4867 ext. 250

  • $450.00 – Program Price - Single Room, meals included, per person
  • $365.00 – Program Price - Shared Room, meals included, per person
  • $195.00 – Program Price - Commuter, meals included, per person

The “Design for Living” outlined in the Twelve Steps invites us into a deeper awareness of who we are becoming. As our spiritual practice grows, so does our vision—opening our hearts to new possibilities, renewed hope, and a more peaceful way of living. This retreat offers a sacred pause to reflect, reconnect, and strengthen the spiritual foundation that supports our recovery.

Join other women in recovery for a weekend that includes:

  • Guided reflection on the Design for Living found in the Twelve Steps

  • Exploring spiritual progress rather than spiritual perfection

  • Supportive fellowship with women from all recovery fellowships

  • Shared stories, laughter, prayer, and music

  • Quiet time for rest, reflection, and serenity

  • Practical ways to integrate recovery tools into daily life

  • Space to renew your vision and deepen your spiritual practice

Whether you are new to recovery or have many years on the path, you are warmly welcomed into a compassionate and supportive environment designed to encourage growth, peace, and connection.

Please bring:

  • Your Big Book

  • A friend (or two!)

  • An open heart and willingness to grow

Come away for a weekend of renewal, encouragement, and spiritual connection as we continue designing a life rooted in hope, healing, and grace.

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About the Leader

John McAndrew, MA, MDiv

John McAndrew is a counselor, poet, retreat facilitator, and musician. Formerly Director of Spiritual Care at the Betty Ford Center in Rancho Mirage, he currently resides in Arroyo Grande, California, offering spiritual counseling and coaching for individual clients, as well as providing Spiritual Care for Hospice patients.

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