“Red Bird Ministries is a Catholic grief support ministry that welcomes all mothers of loss regardless of their faith denomination.”

— Kelly Breaux, founder

Restored, A Grieving Mother’s Retreat

for women who have experienced any form of child loss are invited, including miscarriage, stillbirth, and the loss of an infant child, adolescent, or adult child.

Red Bird Ministries is offering an overnight weekend retreat at the Jesuit Spirituality Center for grieving mothers to experience hope, healing, and fellowship.

Weekend

September 13-15, 2024

Jesuit Spirituality Center 313 East MLK Dr. Grand Coteau, LA 70541

Retreat check-in begins on Friday at 4:00 pm CST Retreat ends on Sunday at 1:00 pm CST.

Register Here

Retreat Support Services Included:

Small Groups

The retreatants will be grouped with their peers based on the age of their child at the time of the loss.
Group Leader

Each participant will be paired with a peer leader of the same age of loss.
Counseling

Retreatants have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with a professional grief counselor.
Spiritual Direction

Retreatants can meet one-on-one with a certified spiritual director to discuss how grief has impacted their relationship with God.

Retreat Cost

Double Room $325

(2) Twin Bed Shared Room with Private Bath
Private Room $425

(1) Double Bed Private Room with Private Bath

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Registration Dates

Registration opens on March 1, 2024, and closes on August 31, 2024.
Refunds

No refunds will be given within 30 days of the retreat.
Scholarships

Financial sponsorships are provided but not guaranteed. Retreatants that have not made the retreat will be given sponsorships first. Apply for a scholarship here.
Travel Policy

If you are traveling from out of state, please read the travel policy before you book your flight.
Travel Information

The closest airport is the Lafayette Regional Airport. (LFT)
T-Shirts

T-Shirts are sold separately for $25. Please choose the registration option with a T-shirt.

Restored Retreat Testimonies

Hear the testimonies of the mothers who have attended the Restored, a Grieving Mother’s Retreat.

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2023 Restored Mom’s Retreat Testimonials

"This retreat was so well planned and orchestrated. It was so good for my total well being. Being in the presence of the Lord and other women who truly understand the magnitude of brokenness caused by child loss provided such relief and a safe harbor to share and discover we are not alone."

Monique V.
This is a great retreat. You feel loved and welcomed.

Kimberly M.
I learned about options that other hospitals offered miscarriage families, which gave my inspiration to reach out to our local hospitals to provide more resources for miscarriages. Having an entire tribe of women who understand fully the grief of child loss and how encouraging it is that we are all still uplifting each other and making sure that everyone is walking righteously with the Lord. We do not have to carry our crosses alone!

Brittany M.
I have been a Catholic all my life but did not fully embrace the depth of the sacraments. I was afraid that I would be intimated by other women who believed all the tenets of the faith that I did not fully believe in. It was quite the contrary. I met a group of vulnerable, life loving women who only wanted to share the love of the Holy Trinity for each of us. My faith was definitely restored. I never expected as much laughter and joy.

Maureen R.
This retreat cracked open the walls I built to guard my heart and allowed me to realize that the cross of child loss does not have to be carried alone. The community I found here is invaluable and has been such a blessing.

Janis L.