True marital happiness includes spiritual intimacy, with God and with each other.
The Toronto Sector is pleased to invite any couples in Canada Central Area to a Teams of Our Lady Retreat, which will be held on the weekend of Friday, February 27th to Sunday, March 1st, 2026 at the Valley of the Mother of God Retreat Centre in Orangeville, Ontario.
We also warmly welcome Catholic married couples who are not yet part of Teams, but who are interested in the charism of Teams of Our Lady.
Retreat Program for Couples
The main retreat program is for Couples in Teams or interested in Teams, and is intended to fulfill the Annual Retreat Endeavour in the manner prescribed by Fr. Caffarel (overnight, two days, deepening our practice of the Endeavours and reception of the Sacraments). The theme and content of the retreat are being developed by a Retreat Team from the Toronto Sector, in consultation with the Toronto Sector Couple and Spiritual Counsellor(s).
Any Spiritual Counsellors interested in participating in the retreat, whether for Liturgies, Conferences, or Confessions, should reach out to the retreat team Lead Couple: Marta & Nicolas Pappalardo – Toronto Team IV.
Childcare Program
For couples unable to secure childcare for the weekend, there will be an opportunity to bring children for the duration of the retreat. Children will be accommodated with their parents for sleeping, but will benefit from a separate program, to be developed by volunteers based on the ages and number of children. This will allow parents the opportunity to benefit fully from the Couples’ program in tranquillity, and for the children to have fun and form friendships in a faith environment.
Registration, Costs & Logistics
Maximum capacity: 37 couples/families
Registration is first-come, first-served
There are different sized rooms depending on the size of each family. Each room has a private bathroom.
If you are interested, please register for the retreat as soon as possible using the registration form as space is limited!
Registration Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScE3TDp05ffTEEzxWIwmS1nef-2deUmZyjK0UVxPHi3L3ouOg/viewform?usp=header
Retreat Cost
The cost for the weekend – including all taxes and fees, two nights’ accommodations, meals, and the full retreat program is:
- $525 per couple
- $150 per child 4 years or older
- Free for children 3 and under
How to Secure Your Spot
A minimum deposit of $250 per family must be sent by Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) to Finance.Toronto@teamsofourlady.ca
In the memo line of the EFT, please write “Teams Retreat Spring 2026” along with your family name and the Sector you belong to.
Please ensure you complete both:
- The registration form, and
- The EFT deposit
Please note: retreat costs are not eligible for charitable tax receipts.
Meals & Accommodations
- Rooms vary in size depending on family needs
- Each room includes a private bathroom
- Food is prepared by the retreat centre staff
- The menu is established in consultation with the Retreat Team
- Dietary restrictions and special accommodations can be noted in your registration form
Schedule
- Friday at 5:00 PM – Arrival, registration, settling in, and first conference (evening)
- Saturday & Sunday – Full retreat program
- Sunday at 4:00 PM – Departure
Arriving on Friday will allow us to settle in, enter into the spirit of retreat, and get a good night’s rest to benefit from a full day program on Saturday and Sunday.
Important Notes
- The retreat is organized entirely by volunteers on a cost-recovery basis
- Couples are responsible for their own transportation
- Space is limited — early registration is strongly encouraged
Ready to Register?
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW:
We hope that you will take advantage of this opportunity to fulfill your annual retreat endeavour, AND to find greater fulfillment in your marriage!
There is no end to the list of reasons not to go.
But, if these are the same reasons getting in the way of you growing as a couple in your faith and marriage, make this weekend a priority…
you owe it to each other!
We look forward to spending this weekend with you.
Our Lady, Queen of Teams, Pray for us!
