Hazelnut Catholic
Where, little though we are,
“all have being by the love of God.”
Our Ministry
Hazelnut Catholic is home for Catholics and seekers who are hungry for faithful, Christ-centered and communion-focused integrative experiences that cultivate peace, joy, and hope-filled relationships with God, ourselves, and our communities.
We offer intentional and unique retreat experiences here in beautiful Western Oregon, at the edge of Catholicism, as well as immersive and personal live and online courses, seminars, and guided educational experiences for adults at all stages in their spiritual lives.
Community
Hazelnut Catholic specializes in
building authentic relationships.
Our retreats, seminars, and online courses bring together small cohorts who may begin as strangers, but leave as true friends.
Hazelnut Seasonal Retreats
Transcendent Spring
One-day and Series Retreats reflecting on the truth, goodness, and beauty God created in you.
Located in the lush Willamette Valley at
Cedar Creek Sanctuary and
select locations in Western Oregon!
Oregon Coast Inside-Out
An extended Christ-centered weekend designed to uplift and integrate your spirit,
nourish your body,
and provide rest in God’s peace.
Hosted on the stunning Oregon Coast,
with its incredible seafood and local wines
during its secret best time of year!
Liturgical Seminars &
Online Courses
“I feel like my faith has grown a notch deeper, which was one of my original reasons for joining this seminar. The lovely reflections, the praying together, the talks that gave meaning to scripture, the personalities of all the participants and their stories added even another dimension to my advent journey. I truly feel that my heart room is better prepared for Jesus coming on Christmas Day.”
- Judi M., Advent Seminar
“I was struck by the way the talks completed the theme of the retreat. I appreciate the work that went into the substance of the retreat. The theme itself was just right for women and had something for each of us.”
- Fall Retreat Participant
“I enjoyed myself so much I stayed the whole day and didn't want to go home. I felt that ‘this is it’ feeling that I've been searching for, for such a long time.
Thank you.”
- Edith S., Fall Retreat Participant
Meet our team
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Jessica Bedortha, CCC
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Katie Jo LaRiviere, Ph.D
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“I was questioning if I really needed God in my life. I took it for granted that I was a ‘cradle Catholic.’
Now I am so grateful and feel absolutely struck, knowing that I was placed in this life for God, I am ready to give Him my all!”
— Kathy K, Advent Seminar Participant