During this day retreat, Rick Paolini, will lead us in a discussion about the elements of credibility, trust, our relationship with God, how we grow in faith, with the culmination of our growth in loving and embracing the Eucharist, as the True Presence of Our Lord.

Rick Paolini is Director of Finance and HR for Holy Family Communications, The Station of the Cross Catholic Media Network. The Station of the Cross Catholic Media Network is a network of 20 radio stations located in New York, Massachusetts, The New England Region, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and all around the world on the iCatholic Radio app.

In addition to his responsibilities as Director of Finance and HR, Rick is cohost of the weekly radio program Divine Mercy in My Soul spreading the message of God’s great mercy as revealed to St. Maria Faustina. Rick has had a great interest in studying and spreading the message of God’s Mercy since 1994 when he was introduced to the devotion by Amy Betros and his brother Norm, co-founders of St. Luke’s Mission of Mercy in Buffalo, New York.

Rick is very active in his local parish and has been a Faith Formation Catechist at every grade level over 43 years. He enjoys sharing his Catholic Faith and life experiences via talks and programs.

Retreat Schedule

10 AM  Arrival. Light breakfast foods will be served.

10:30  Session One

11:30  Quiet Prayer time

12:00  Lunch

1:00  Session Two

2:00  Quiet Prayer time

3:00  Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet

3:20  Closing questions/discussion

4:00 Departure

Branches is an outdoor facility.  Our pavilion provides shelter from light rain, but if the forecast states a storm with strong winds, we will relocate to Mary Mother of Mercy Parish, 7231 Main St., Ovid, NY 14521.  You will receive a phone call if we need to relocate.  Thank you.