Superintendent Summit and Retreat

Program Description

We know that Lent is a time of penance, purification and renewal. In his 40 days in the desert, Christ modeled for us the importance of taking time away to draw closer to the Lord in preparation for ministry. This Lenten season, we invite you to prayerfully refuel at this year’s Superintendent Summit and Retreat, which will take a revitalizing turn by taking place in a serene retreat setting!

Come, refresh in the beauty and quiet of the Bethany Center, located in the Diocese of St. Petersburg, Florida, March 16-19, 2026. This venue will provide like-minded superintendents with a peaceful time of preparation and prayer with leisure, fruitful discussion, and fellowship, rooted in our commitment to fulfilling the Church’s noble and life-giving mission for Catholic schools. This will be the 6th annual Summit & Retreat of bringing like-minded superintendents together to participate in seminars and roundtable discussions about your vital role in the renewal of Catholic Education. Finally, we will celebrate as we come together for the Solemnity of St. Joseph and the Feast Day of St. Patrick in the midst of the sacred Lenten season while we are preparing our hearts to hear and answer God’s callings.

We invite all superintendents, assistant superintendents, associate superintendents, and other diocesan-level education leaders to join us for this event. Space is limited; please register soon.

LOCATION: 

We are pleased to invite you to retreat to the Bethany Center in Lutz, Florida, located in the Diocese of St. Petersburg, Florida.

$735 per person, due within 15 days of registration.

The cost for this program includes:

• Three nights of private accommodations at the Bethany Center, with private bath
• Three breakfasts, three lunches, two dinners, and evening receptions with refreshments
• Lenten retreat led by chaplain
• Group outing to a nearby destination, including a convivial dinner and a beachfront walk
• All sessions, programs, and materials

Participants are responsible for their own travel. The closest airport is Tampa International Airport (TPA). Bethany Center is located 22 minutes from the airport by car.

Cancellations received at least 60 days in advance of the event (by January 15) will be honored with a full refund. Cancellations received at least 45 days in advance (by January 30) will receive a 50% refund. Cancellations received less than 45 days in advance will receive no refund.

Participants will stay in a private room in a cottage overlooking the Bethany Center’s Lake Mary. Each room is generously appointed with a queen size bed, private bath, desk, comfortable reading chair and telephone. Inviting wrap-around porches provide rocking chairs with views overlooking the lake, an excellent place to enjoy the serenity of the natural surroundings. All cottages have a central gathering room for the use of those in the cottage. Each gathering room is equipped with a microwave oven, small refrigerator, coffee pot and ice maker.

A one mile walking trail follows the shore of Lake Mary. Gazebos strategically placed along the path allow you to enjoy the charm of the natural setting from various vantage points. Each gazebo offers up to eight seats encouraging informal conversations or private meditation.

QUESTIONS: 

Questions or concerns? Let us know!