An Invitation to Christ-Centered Wellness Inspired by the Saints
Friday, October 13 – Saturday, October 14
Friday: 7-8:30 pm | Saturday: 8:30am-1 pm
The Basilica of St. Mary
310 S Royal Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
Join us to learn how to build a strong foundation in Christ as we merge faith and functional health through Reform’s nine wellness pillars and the wisdom of the saints. Using Christ-centered, holistic wellness, we have the opportunity to honor God’s design and return to the freedom that is given to us at our creation.
Reform is a way of life. We believe we were made for the freedom that comes with a daily rhythm of life: simplicity, consistency, and intentionality in Christ become tools in serving our vocations. Join us in nourishing and glorifying your whole person as we journey toward sainthood together.
Our daily lives are more complicated than ever—and yet, we all yearn for the balance and peace that simplicity brings. We invite you to join us for a weekend of prayer and fellowship to learn how to begin living fully alive and be inspired by the example of the saints.
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Pray in Community
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Receive the Sacraments
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Encounter the Divine Physician
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Merge Faith and Functional Health
“Jesus, help me to simplify my life by learning who you want me to be and becoming that person.”
—St. Thérèse of Lisieux
Reclaim your whole-person identity in Christ
+ Assess the current state of your body and soul
+ Shift from self-reliance to reliance on Christ
+ Resources, tools, and best practices for healing
+ Spend time prayer and be inspired by the example of the saints
Led by Reform Wellness
Jackie Mulligan
Jackie is the foundress of Reform and a holistic nutritionist, wellness practitioner, and experienced educator. After years of tireless striving, stress, and compromised health because of her lifestyle, Jackie found her identity, healing, and wholeness in God. Now she’s devoted to helping others find the same through her online class and consultation practice.
Fr. Barry Braum
Prior to priestly life Fr. Barry Braum worked as an artist and graphic designer. Following his ordination, he served as a retreat director and has given many Eucharistic parish missions across Europe, Australia, Africa, and the United States. He earned an STL in Dogmatic Theology and is working on his doctoral dissertation through the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome. He also serves as chaplain to the Tyburn convent in London.
Dr. Bridget Vander Woude
Dr. Bridget Vander Woude is a naturopathic doctor who graduated from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona. She was trained in an integrative primary care setting focusing on managing pediatric and women’s health concerns. Bridget was drawn to natural medicine by her desire to honor the glory of God’s creation and the wonder of the human body.
“I am not afraid; I was born to do this.”
—St. Joan of Arc
Schedule
Friday, October 13
6:30 pm | Registration
7:00 pm | Welcome and Introduction by Jackie
7:30pm | Adoration and Conference led by Fr. Barry
8:30 pm | Benediction
Saturday, October 14
8:00 am | Registration
8:30 am | Holy Mass celebrated by Fr. Barry
9:00 am | Confession
9:30am | Reform Wellness Conference Part I
10:15 am | Reform Wellness Conference Part II
11:00 am | Q&A led by Jackie and Dr. Bridget
11:45 am | Adoration and Conference led by Fr. Barry
1:00 pm | Fellowship
Reform products will be available for purchase.
Ticket Pricing
*Includes Reform resources and light refreshments. Pricing does not include overnight accommodations.
Early Pricing ends on September 15
Regular Pricing: (September 16-October 13)
$80 per person
FAQs
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We believe wholeness and holiness are for everyone, and we invite men and women, priests, religious, and lay people ages 16 and older to attend to nourish their whole-person in Christ. If you are a nursing mother, you are also welcome to bring your little one!
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We would love to have you for any or all of the retreat! Please note, tickets are only available as a two-day package.
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We invite you to choose from a list of local hotels in walking distance from the Basilica listed here.
