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Engage with your faith like never before.

Make your pilgrimage to the edge of Catholicism

Don’t take our word for it.
Here’s what our community is saying:

  • "Thank you to Jessica and Katie Jo for helping me see the beauty in where I am in my Advent journey this year."

    Helena H.

  • "I loved listening to everyone share their insights and thoughts."

    Marsha B.

  • "I grew in confidence in my relationship with God."

    Women of St. Paul Retreat

  • "I felt welcomed and loved."

    Kat F.

  • "This was such a deep, tender experience with the living presence of The Word. Thank you!"

    Vanessa S.

  • "I came for a spiritual tune-up, and God adjusted more than I expected in the best way!"

    Women of St. Paul Retreat

  • "I don't ever remember having such a joyful Lent as I am having this year!"

    Marsha B.

  • "The Holy Spirit was SO present on the morning of our retreat!"

    Women of St. Paul Retreat

  • "The two leaders of the retreat have a very pure and real way of connecting to us. And they welcomed my baby."

    Women of St. Paul Retreat

Custom Retreats and Events

Sisters of Hope Retreat for
Catholic Sisterhood of Lane County,
Eugene Oregon

Oct. 25 - 26, 2025

St. Paul Parish, Eugene OR

Are you a pastor, youth group leader, or parish coordinator looking to bring dynamic, joyful, theologically trained, and communion-centered Catholic speakers to your parish?
Hazelnut Catholic designs meaningful and engaging talks and retreat materials for the unique needs of your parish.

Our Next Collaboration:

Liturgical Seminars

&

Online Courses

  • Registration for this seminar opens September, 2025!
    Deepen your faith through genuine connections with others on a spiritual pilgrimage to the Joy of Christmas.

    This seminar consists of guided deep reading of scripture and poetry, meditative prayer, and LIVE online sessions with a small cohort.

    No prior expertise is necessary! Whether you are just coming into the faith, desiring deep engagement, or looking for a unique Advent experience, this seminar meets you right where you are.

    Let us accompany you in slowing down and preparing your heart to receive the Infant Jesus.

  • REGISTRATION for Lent 2026 opens January 1st, 2026
    Why do we Catholics need Lent? Come with us and a small cohort of seekers to find out why the Church prescribes Lent to each one of us in the months before Easter. Learn how to make your lent intentional and personal, and find the JOY of Lenten conversion.

    We accompany you every week with engaging video lessons, guided prayer and meditation, and LIVE connection with like-minded friends.

    Together, we’ll discover how the deep safety of self-compassion leads to lasting conversion toward the heart of Christ, whose Resurrection was for YOU.

  • Happening Now: Pentecost Mini-Course
    Hazelnut Catholic Online Courses combine the flexibility of self-guided online learning with the care and accompaniment of expert instruction.

    Dr. Katie Jo LaRiviere, professor at Mount Angel Seminary, and Jessica Bedortha, Certified Catholic Mindset Coach, lead you through course materials and interact with your real-time reflections and insights.

    Courses vary in scope and depth, so you can engage at your own pace and comfort level.

    Here are some examples of Courses you could take:

    • How to Read Poetry as a Catholic: a Deep Dive into Selections from Pope St. John Paul II and Mary Oliver

    • Reclaiming Peace: Aligning Your Inner Voice with God’s Truth

    • Lectio Divina with the Gospel of John

    • The Lives of Saints: Medieval Holy Women

    • The Pearl Poet and Grief: Communion and Faith in Times of Sorrow

    … and plenty more!

    Keep an eye on our Registration Page for upcoming courses and details!

“The retreat leaders and attendees were incredibly deliberate about taking the time to know one another and hear each other's stories, no matter how difficult.”

— Kathleen Y., Fall Retreat Participant

Hazelnut Oregon Coast Retreat

COMING FALL 2026

“For when the soul is tempested, troubled, and left to itself by unrest,
then it is time to pray,
to make ourselves supple and obedient to God.”

- St. Julian of Norwich, Divine Revelations of Love

A time and space set apart…

… to rediscover the deep safety of God’s design for your soul, your inmost being.

… to find true rest in God’s plan for you.

… to build true community with a small group of sisters in Christ.

… to experience true accompaniment in your faith - no matter where you come from.

… to learn new ways of engaging with your Catholic faith.

… to love and be loved.

Retreat from the world
at the edge of Catholicism.

Set this time apart with us to return to your true self - the Image and Likeness of God. Explore the beach, pray, and spend quiet time with the Lord. The weekend includes Mass, optional confession, and one-on-one intercessory prayer, as well as engaging talks and group conversations that lift you up and invigorate your soul.

We Oregon gals also know when a good laugh and celebratory glass of local wine is in order!
We balance the weekend with plenty of time for both.

Opt in to adventures on the side, including light hiking, wine tasting, and whale watching (weather permitting).

Join us for an intentional, joy-filled, and Christ-centered retreat like you’ve never experienced before!

The annual Hazelnut Retreat is hosted every Fall on the incredible Oregon Coast.

Guests arrive on Thursday evening to a beautiful and cozy beach house with views of Oregon’s famous haystack formations and ocean vistas.

Throughout the weekend, we discover the gift of God’s being in each of us as we nourish our bodies and souls with delicious food and the Truth, Goodness, and Beauty of God’s love.

“All shall be well, and all shall be well,
and all manner of things shall be well.

For there is a force of love moving through the universe
that holds us fast and will never let us go.”

- St. Julian of Norwich