Faith, Healing, and Empowerment for a New Beginning
We are honored to invite formerly incarcerated individuals—and families with loved ones currently in custody—to our Life Together After Prison Retreat, a day dedicated to renewal, connection, and hope.
Saturday, January 17, 2026, • 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
San Damiano Retreat Center
710 Highland Dr, Danville, CA 94526
Free breakfast and lunch included.
Why This Retreat Matters
Reentry is more than coming home—it is rebuilding life from the inside out. Many individuals returning from incarceration carry both visible and invisible burdens.
These challenges often include:
- Rebuilding identity and self‑worth after years of judgment or stigma
- Navigating employment barriers and limited job opportunities
- Reconciling with family or strengthening relationships affected by separation
- Managing emotional wounds, trauma, or spiritual disconnection
- Facing social isolation, lack of community support, or fear of being misunderstood
- Overcoming housing challenges or unstable living situations
- Trying to avoid old environments, influences, or triggers
- Seeking a supportive faith space without fear of shame or exclusion
This retreat is designed precisely for these realities—and to offer a place of safety, encouragement, and belonging.
How the Retreat Supports Healing and Growth
The Life Together After Prison Retreat provides a peaceful, welcoming environment where participants can:
- Rediscover faith, purpose, and inner strength
- Restore confidence and cultivate courage for the next chapter
- Gain clarity, direction, and spiritual grounding
- Experience grace, compassion, and acceptance
- Connect with others who share similar experiences
- Build community with people committed to healing and growth
- Take time to rest, reflect, and recharge
By the end of the retreat, individuals will feel spiritually renewed, supported, and better equipped for the journey ahead.
Registration and Information
We have a few spots remaining. If you would like to join us, please register by 12:00 noon tomorrow, as we must finalize our list before the retreat.
To register, send an email to escobarj@sfarch.org
Questions? Email escobarj@sfarch.org or call 415‑614‑5572.
Past Retreat - Group Photos
2025
2024
2023
2022