Deacons Retreat

Annual Deacon Retreat
October 16-18, 2026
Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center, Temple/Belton

The annual Deacon Retreat will be held from October 16-18 at Cedarbrake. The retreat leader will be Father Simeon Gallagher, OFM, Cap.  

Father Simeon was born in Philadelphia and is a member of the Mid-America Province of the Capuchin Order.  He was ordained in 1971, and his ministerial background is diverse, including serving and preaching in Central America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and numerous US military bases.  Fr. Gallagher conducts retreats for priests and deacons, parish development programs, parish missions, and religious education workshops.

To register, please fill out the form below. The fee is $300.

• Please make all checks payable to the Diocese of Austin & mail to 6225 E US HWY 290, Austin, TX 78723