Saint Clare of Assisi Retreat Center flourishes through God’s amazing provision working through generous volunteers who offer their time, talent, and treasure. Every act of service—from preparing meals to maintaining our beautiful grounds—becomes God’s love in action, directly touching the spiritual journeys of thousands who seek Him within these walls.
We invite you to discover how the Lord might be calling you to serve in this sacred ministry. Whether you have a few hours to offer or feel God stirring your heart toward ongoing involvement, there’s a perfect place for the unique gifts He has given you. Because we are a 100% volunteer organization blessed by God’s provision, we are always open to more people joining His work! What special charisms has the Lord given you that might assist in bringing people closer to Him?
When you volunteer at Saint Clare of Assisi Retreat Center, you become part of something beautiful—a community of servants whose quiet, faithful work creates sacred spaces for life-changing encounters with Christ. Your service, no matter how small it may seem, plays a vital role in God’s work of transformation in countless hearts.
Kitchen Ministry – Help prepare and serve nourishing meals that fuel both body and spirit during retreats. From breakfast preparation to evening cleanup, kitchen volunteers create warm hospitality that makes every retreat feel like home.
Facility Care & Maintenance – Keep our sacred spaces beautiful and welcoming through grounds keeping, basic repairs, cleaning, and facility improvements. Your care ensures that every guest encounter Christ in a peaceful, well-maintained environment.
Housekeeping Ministry – Prepare retreat rooms and common areas so that each guest finds a clean, comfortable sanctuary for rest and reflection. This behind-the-scenes service creates a peaceful atmosphere essential for spiritual renewal.
Program Support – Assist with retreat facilitation, registration, setup, and logistics. Help create seamless experiences that allow retreatants to focus completely on their encounter with God.
Fundraising & Events – Support special events, capital campaigns, and fundraising initiatives that expand our ministry reach. Your creativity and energy help secure resources for continued growth and service.
Service Projects – Join special projects like garden development, facility improvements, or seasonal preparations. These collaborative efforts build both our physical spaces and our volunteer community while glorifying God.
Individual Volunteers – Whether you can serve weekly, monthly, or just occasionally, we welcome your contribution to God’s work. Many volunteers discover that serving at the retreat center becomes a meaningful part of their own spiritual journey with the Lord.
Group Service – Bring your parish ministry team, youth group, or family for a service project experience. Group service builds community while advancing God’s kingdom through practical love.
Skills-Based Volunteering – Have professional expertise in areas like construction, landscaping, accounting, marketing, or administration? We’d love to prayerfully discuss how God might use your specialized skills to benefit His ministry.
Become a part of our Kitchen Ministry! Sign up below to help serve meals at upcoming retreats. Thank you to ALL of our AMAZING volunteers!
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