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What men and loved ones think about Men's Cornerstone
I was raised Catholic, but I had been inconsistent in my faith. I attended Men’s Cornerstone without expectations, but with a desire to grow. I did not have a story, a pain point or problems.
My 26 hours on campus was in February 2020. In my Cornerstone, I made new friends, some with common interest, some very different. I listened to stories of life experiences from others, and learned more about myself.
And - in the end, I felt closer to my family and to God. My Cornerstone experience was absolutely incredible.
I wasn't sure about attending Cornerstone. I had never been to a retreat before because I always thought these were not for me. I have always been a believer but I was not a religious person so I thought I was going to be a misfit and waste my time. A friend insisted and I registered without thinking much about it. I am glad I did. Cornerstone was a fantastic experience as it allowed me to take a break from my busy life and reflect on how I wanted to adjust some life decisions and priorities. Best of all, I had a blast and made wonderful friends.et.
Attending Cornerstone has changed my life, as it allowed me to reconnect with my faith and the Holy Spirit. I had moved to the Southbay a year earlier and had only a very few acquaintances. I now have over 1000 Cornerstone Brothers and friends who are always by my side through good times and bad.
After the passing of my Father, I was seeking reconciliation, fellowship and expanding my relationships with men at church. Cornerstone was a great way to start my journey forward again. I highly recommend attending. You will get what you are searching for.et.
I was a fair weather cradle Catholic .. I wouldn’t normally volunteer to go to a church retreat, but I was trying to get my twins into school and I was told it could help that effort. So, I figured I’d grin & bear it for my kids. I had no idea that Cornerstone would change my heart.
It was obvious that God was calling me back to a meaningful relationship with Him.
Instantly, I felt plugged in, connected to the parish .. I got more out of coming to Mass and my faith was turbo charged, amongst other things.
There was no bible study, no preaching, no instruction .. just ordinary guys getting to know each other, sharing our life experiences and our imperfect spirituality.
Until I attended the inaugural SJF Cornerstone retreat last year I had never been compelled to or interested in attending any such church event .. comfortable with and perhaps a bit casual in my faith. Under the concept of trying something new, I did attend our first retreat here and I am pleased I did. It was a moving, thought provoking, enriching and fun experience.
Before Cornerstone .. I had heard about Cornerstone but didn’t really know what it was about. Would be nice to meet some men like myself and share faith and some life experiences.
Post Cornerstone .. The weekend was pretty awesome, filled with great guys, great program content and activities, and most of all, the Holy Spirit! Men I never met before or had only seen in church, I now call Brothers. Deeply moving.
Before Cornerstone .. I need a branch of like-minded Catholic brethren to share my life .. ups and downs.
After Cornerstone .. I am humbled by the outpouring of love and support that I received from my new brethren.
All I can say, is wow…This is not an average retreat! As a guy who fell away from the church, Cornerstone single handedly reignited my faith and helped me recognize what it takes to be a better man.