2022 DaySpring Catalog by EpiscopalFlorida

DAYSPRING CATALOG EVENT GUIDE

2022

Through the tender mercy of our God, with which the Dayspring from on high has visited us.

Luke 1:78

1982

1979

1984

Official groundbreaking on December 11

DaySpring welcomes first guests

Diocese acquires original 76 acres along the Manatee River generously donated by the Hall family

1983

Curry Hall built in honor of Mac and Chris Curry

Dear Friends, Welcome to DaySpring! This treasure in the life of the Diocese of Southwest Florida is a beautiful piece of protected “Old Florida” with modern meeting amenities. We consider it a Sacred Place and enjoy sharing it with people of different faiths and backgrounds. The hospitality we offer is built upon the sense of Christian mission we have expressed in five essential purposes for serving God here at DaySpring. We seek to build and maintain programs and practices for Leadership, Transformation, Spiritual Strength, Congregational Vitality, while maintaining a historical continuity of being a Sacred Place. I believe you will find these five essential purposes evidenced throughout the pages of this catalog. In this time of uncertainty, we invite you to be a part of our programs, whether in person or virtually. In these pages, you will not only learn more about our offerings and facilities, but you will see all the ways that our 97-acre campus can be a safe place for your retreat, operating as current CDC guidelines instruct and as they continue to evolve in the year to come. We celebrate the breadth of programs brought to DaySpring from community organizations near and far. Please plan to participate and make a difference in our world. I deeply appreciate the great work that has been envisioned and empowered in past generations and today. DaySpring remains an inspiring place of spiritual growth, strength, and new relationships. Come, discover... The Rt. Rev. Dabney T. Smith Fifth Bishop, Diocese of Southwest Florida

1988

1985-1994 first

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1984

DaySpring purchases 17 acres, bringing our total to 93 acres

Dedication of Curry Hall and Cabins 1-6

St. Thomas Chapel transported to DaySpring from Safety Harbor

1986

Pavilion A constructed

THE MISSION OF

DAYSPRING

DaySpring plays a vital role in the mission and ministry of the Diocese of Southwest Florida. DaySpring’s mission is “to be a sacred place in the heart of our diocesan community that exists to enrich and empower all people in Christ.” We feel the best way to do that is through our ministry of hospitality. DaySpring is open to all persons who are seeking spiritual renewal and personal growth, regardless of denominational affiliation. Jesus says in Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”

1989

Executive Director Mike Riviera builds the Outdoor Chapel

1990

Additional meeting rooms and dormitories built at Bishop Haynes Lodge

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Welcome to DaySpring! Our campus offers guests an unparalleled opportunity to experience peace, tranquility, and stunning natural beauty; it is a sacred place where spirits are renewed, refreshed, and made ready to re-enter the world. DaySpring is a place for all seasons and for all people. DaySpring has pivoted as a result of COVID-19, implementing changes with a focus on safety at every level. Sanitizing methods have been upgraded, our dining hall has transitioned from buffet to cafeteria-style, and tables have been arranged to maintain social distancing during meals. We have moved the Ropes Course to a new wooded area, and are also in the midst of establishing a Spring of Support in front of Curry Hall with modern fountains and fresh landscaping to recognize the individuals who have so generously donated to DaySpring over the years. Upgrades big and small have taken place on campus over the past year, and with them, a new Maintenance Building in a more practical location to service all areas of our property with ease. DaySpring is currently partnering with groups and organizations throughout the community to allow them to experience our environmental oasis, set amidst bustling neighborhoods and businesses. Our campus provides protection for habitats of gopher tortoises and other wildlife and secures a multitude of live oak, palms, and other vegetation along the Manatee River for a truly “Old Florida” experience. Our ministry of hospitality extends to people of all ages and all faiths. Whether your group is large or small, we have the perfect place for you. Come enjoy and be safe at DaySpring’s exceptional campus for your next retreat, conference, camp, or other special event. Carla Odell, Executive Director

2000 1990-94

Completion and dedication of the youth cabins

Director’s House, Retreat House, and Sabbath House added

2001

“New Pavilion” modular building is assembled as a temporary solution to handle large groups

MASTER PLAN TRANSFORMATION AT

DAYSPRING

A bold vision has become reality at DaySpring. With the completion of the first phase of our 10-year Master Plan in 2017, we now work, pray, and transform lives in our new spaces. Gatherings of diocesan and community groups take place in the spacious, state-of-the-art facilities of the 12,500 square-foot Program Center - an impressive and flexible space that accommodates 300-400 people over three rooms. Large group events have expanded options with the ability to utilize the two classrooms for breakout sessions. The nearby historic Tripp Pavilion, which accommodates 150 people, has been completely renovated to the same specifications of the Program Center, with a permanently installed AV system and 20 foot projection screen. The entire Program Center and Pool and surrounding facilities comprising the Youth Sector take on a vibrant and energetic life for the six weeks of DaySpring Summer Camp, as youth and counselors enjoy the coordinated spaces of indoor recreation, pool, sports courts, fire pits, sleeping cabins, ropes courses, and waterfront. Phases Two and Three of our 10-year Master Plan will see premium adult lodging and a second large Meeting and Worship Center added to the campus.

2010

Labyrinth built by DaySpring staff, thanks to a gift by the Episcopal Church Women

2014

DaySpring Development Committee unveils 10-year Strategic Master Plan

2012

Dedication of Diocesan House on September 12, Office of the Bishop moves to DaySpring

Our new Adult Lodges will be two-story structures, tucked back against the wooded backdrop. Each building will have 18 bedrooms, increasing the number of potential sleeping areas by nearly 60% while enhancing comfort within the space. These upgraded lodges will enable DaySpring to host expanded overnight offerings for adults and create a beautiful, comfortable environment to engage national leaders. The Meeting and Worship Center will be a 15,000 square-foot facility with a total table seating capacity of 300 people and will immediately be recognized as the jewel of our property. A large chancel will overlook our wooded forest and the Manatee River, with south-facing windows to provide optimal light. The flexibility of this new space will optimize the use of the overall conference center and significantly increase our ability to host multiple large groups at one time. Adult Lodges The proposed Adult Lodges will be located in the area presently occupied by Cabins 1-‐4. These buildings will be two story structures, tucked back against the wooded backdrop. Each building will have 18 bedrooms, each bedroom with 2 queen size beds and private baths. Each lodge will have a large lounge area for community gathering and outdoor patios/decks. Replacing Cabins 1-‐4 with these two lodges will increase the total amount of adult beds from 76 beds (many singles) to 108 beds. Note: in the future, cabins 5 and 6 could be replaced with a third new lodge which would also allow for expansion, if demand is necessary.

PHASE 3

PHASE 2

PROPOSED CONCEPT FOR ADULT LODGE 13,170 TOTAL SQUARE FEET

PROPOSED CONCEPT FOR MEETING CENTER 14,805 TOTAL SQUARE FEET

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2017

Dedication of new pool and Program Center on February 26

10-year Master Plan approved by Manatee County

2016

Phase 1 groundbreaking for Program Center & Pool Complex

2021

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Groundbreaking for new Maintenance Building

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STATE-OF-THE-ART POOL & GROUNDS IMPROVEMENTS Just outside the Program Center is our state-of-the-art pool, which contains a zero-entry, handicap-accessible shaded area for lounging and marked lane lines for relay events. Our youth programs benefit from basketball and volleyball courts, a “ga-ga pit” play court area, and a fire pit surrounding an open lawn. The four youth cabins, which sleep a total of 128 guests, round out the perimeter of the Youth Sector. This space is intentionally designed for activity-based group events like summer camps, school retreats, and traveling sports teams. The maintenance building and ropes course relocation in 2021 optimizes our campus layout, paving the way for the future strategic master plan phases.

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PROGRAM CENTER The 12,500 square-foot Program Center - completed in 2017 along with the pool facilities - is the cornerstone to our Youth Sector, which includes a Multipurpose Room that accommodates up to 300 guests. The two adjacent classrooms seat up to 50 per room, and have interconnecting audio-visual equipment for coordinated events. All areas of the Program Center can be customized for all types of events.

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SAFETY ENHANCEMENTS KEEPING IT CLEAN: SAFETY AT DAYSPRING

VISIT

VISITING OUR CAMPUS The health and safety of our guests has always been a priority, and it continues to be critical to maintain a high level of sanitation throughout our campus. DaySpring staff has worked tirelessly to create safety standards which keep our guests and staff safe during their time on our property, all while maintaining the same sense of serenity and peace DaySpring has provided for years. Throughout our campus, you’ll notice frequent, thorough sanitation of countertops, keys, office supplies, and high touch items and areas with UV-C wands and/or sanitizing cleanser. Masks are worn by staff at all times, and each member of our team will carry hand sanitizer to use as they move about the campus. To maximize safety, we have created touchless, self-driven access to all of our forms and booklets, as well as commonly requested supplies like mobile phone canoe bags and wristbands. At DaySpring, our goal is simple: we want you to feel safe in our environment so you can take full advantage of your time here.

VISIT. MEET. PLAY. STAY.

Let us take care of the rest.

MEET

MEETING ROOMS Expect frequent sanitation of high-touch surfaces and items like office supplies, TVs, remotes, thermostats, and light switches in all of our meeting rooms. Common surfaces, including chairs, tables, and counters will all be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized between groups, and our staff will make cleansers, sanitizing agents, and other supplies available for use during all scheduled meetings and events.

PLAY

SPORTS & OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES Our campus offers a wide array of activities for all ages. All sports-related equipment and canoes are disinfected and sanitized after each use, and gloves will be provided for ropes courses as needed: ropes course-specific equipment such as helmets and harnesses will be thoroughly sanitized after each use. Chairs around our campfire and gathering areas are appropriately spaced to maintain and encourage social distancing as you relax and enjoy some downtime throughout your visit. For groups staying on campus who plan to use our equipment, DaySpring staff will work with group leaders and facilitators on a sanitization plan and best practices for repeated equipment use during your stay.

STAY

LODGING & ACCOMMODATIONS Spotlessly clean cabins and lodges have always been a top priority at DaySpring: when you stay with us, rest easy knowing we continue to maintain the same high standard for immaculate linens, comforters, and bedding as we have in the past. We have increased sanitization efforts of all high touch surfaces in each of our guest cabins and lodges, including light switches, tv’s, remotes, and lamps. Distanced sleeping arrangements are available for private vs. semiprivate stays so that a safe level of distance is maintained for all guests. Our youth cabins have ample space to accommodate a variety of distancing needs for larger groups. Designated staff will educate group leaders and organizers on best practices for monitoring common spaces and high-touch areas and provide all supplies critical to maintaining a clean and healthy environment throughout your visit.

TABLE of CONTENTS GET OUTSIDE PARTNER PROGRAMS COMMUNITY RESILIENCE A SACRED SPACE SPIRITUAL STRENGTH TRANSFORMATION • ADULT CONGREGATIONAL VITALITY TRANSFORMATION • YOUTH LEADERSHIP MEETING ROOMS LODGING OPTIONS RATES & RESERVATIONS THANK YOU 1

3 93 15 17 21 23 15 27 29 37 43 47 49 51 2

GET OUTSIDE UNPLUG, UNWIND, AND ENJOY Groups and individuals staying at DaySpring take advantage of the many activities found on our 97-acre woodland campus. Traditional sports-related areas abound, but resting among those are plentiful areas of tranqulity; quiet, meditative spaces designed to lift the spirit and heal the soul at a time when anxiety can feel like a constant weight.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS To the west of the Outdoor Chapel situated along our wetlands are the outdoor Stations of the Cross, where visitors can pray and reflect on Christ’s sacrifice for all of us.

LABYRINTH To the north side of St. Thomas Chapel is our Episcopal Church Women Labyrinth and Memorial Garden, a peaceful place for meditation and prayer. Steady your breath, gentle your mind, and open your heart as you move about this sacred space. Studies have shown that walking a labyrinth in meditation can reduce heart rate and blood pressure, triggering a relaxation response throughout your body that can have ongoing benefits long after your meditation concludes. Meditation is a key facet of our mental health initiatives. For more details, see page 15.

CANOPY WALK Refocus and refresh with a walk among our peaceful treetops inside the woodland Canopy Walk. The walk contains a short aerial bridge easily accessible via a stairway, and is a great break from the action of the day.

ST. THOMAS CHAPEL This historic carpenter gothic chapel, once located in Safety Harbor, is now a centerpiece for DaySpring. The Diocese of Southwest Florida holds regular services there throughout the year. Visiting groups may use the chapel for small gatherings appropriate to the setting, or as a place of quiet individual reflection. St. Thomas Chapel is located adjacent to the Labyrinth, and the two areas are often used to assist people in their personal journey of meditation and healing.

GET OUTSIDE OUTDOOR CHAPEL In temperate weather, visitors hold services in our Outdoor Chapel. The stained glass windows are from the original Church of the Holy Spirit, Safety Harbor, built in 1914.

FIRE PIT We have a large fire pit located among the youth cabins and sports courts to use year round for campfires, s’mores, and singing. Benches surrounding the fire pit create a cozy atmosphere; the perfect environment to close out any retreat or camp experience.

MANATEE RIVER OVERLOOK Enjoy the view from our dock overlooking the Manatee River, with benches for contemplation and prayer, all situated under a Chickee-style thatched roof, a housing style used by the Seminole Indian Tribe.

POOL COMPLEX

Located outside the Program Center is our state-of-the-art pool, which contains a zero-entry, shaded area for lounging, as well as marked lane lines for relay events. The pool has an ADA-compliant access ramp to provide a secondary means of entry for individuals with disabilities.

CANOES & WATERFRONT DaySpring has a full set of Old Town canoes and kayaks, with instructors available by request. Please call ahead to reserve and ensure all equipment is ready for use.

PRACTICE FIELD & SPORTS COURTS DaySpring hosts a wide variety of activities on the practice field, which is used for archery, marching band camps, and everything in between. Additionally, we have newly renovated basketball and sand volleyball courts conveniently located between the youth cabins and pool area.

GET OUTSIDE LOW ROPES CHALLENGE COURSE At first glance, our low ropes course seems like nothing more than a series of rope swings, balancing wires, and elevated platforms. With the addition of a trained facilitator, however, each element becomes a powerful abstract metaphor for real-world challenges which can only be solved by a team working together.

TREE CLIMBING A technical program which uses a series of knot styles. Students gain confidence as they tie their way to the top.

HIGH ROPES COURSE High ropes are situated in trees and posts between 25 and 40 feet above the ground. As participants ascend to these elements, they often perceive some level of danger and separation from other participants on the ground. These feelings make our high ropes course particularly useful for fostering confidence and self esteem in participants. Each high ropes course is composed of a series of elements which pose a unique set of challenges to those who attempt the journey, and pride of accomplishment once those obstacles are overcome.

PARTNER PROGRAMS FACILITATING OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES Many of our outdoor offerings can be enjoyed by groups on their own; however, activities like the high and low ropes courses, tree climbing, canoeing, and kayaking require trained facilitation due to safety requirements and equipment logistics. Contact DaySpring for details about facilitation and reserve a time for your group by calling 941-776-1018.

NATURE’S CLASSROOM Nature's Classroom Institute is an environmental education program, offering a fully customized, highly engaging multi-day experience that has direct positive impact on classroom, community and academic performance. Our multi-disciplined, degreed educators integrate lessons with the curriculum of visiting schools in order to reinforce what is being taught in the classroom. The goals of Nature's Classroom Montessori are to foster independence and to support children in moving toward a mastery of self and the environment.

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DaySpring fits all our needs as an environmental education program. We love the location of peaceful wilderness, tucked away just minutes from I-75. We continue to grow as an organization thanks to DaySpring.

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Britta Wood, Education Director-FL, Nature’s Classroom

COMMON GROUND The mission of Common Ground Adventures is to provide meaningful experiences that build relationships, promote personal growth and lead to individual accomplishment. Our wide variety of team building workshops are crafted to develop group unity and range from half-day low impact courses to four-day intensive programs. We believe that life’s deepest, longest-lasting lessons can only be learned through personal and collective experience. All of our programs embrace this philosophy with their focus on experiential learning.

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Common Ground has had a strong partnership with DaySpring since 2000, both in managing their ropes course and providing programming for clients who visit the conference center. DaySpring provides a wonderful challenge and ropes course which offers quality adventure-based programming. It is a model that has been duplicated at other facilities throughout the state, and is a special place for Common Ground.

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Mark Lindsay, Founder & Director, Common Ground

PARTNER PROGRAMS PATHFINDER Founded in 1993, Pathfinder Outdoor Education is a non-profit organization dedicated to building personal, social, and environmental responsibility through the power of shared experience. We offer experiential educational programs that develop leadership, increase self-confidence, and enhance communication through trust and team building activities. Canoeing, high ropes, and outdoor living skills are just a few of the fun, outdoor activities participants can do, working together to gain new skills in problem-solving, resolving conflict, listening, observing, and working effectively in a group.

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Pathfinder has partnered with DaySpring for over a decade to provide adventures to groups of all ages. The sense of community created by the staff and the pride they take in their work has fostered this mutually beneficial relationship. We look forward to many more years of collaboration.

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Amy Durand, Co-Director, Pathfinder

FIND OUT MORE AT

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SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY DaySpring is proud to be the chosen home of a variety of national human services programs, many of which have been visiting us for over a decade. The examples below illustrate the broad range of community impact that our campus has driven through the years.

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CAMP NO LIMITS | 10 YEARS ON CAMPUS We return to DaySpring’s beautiful facility year after year because it works so well for our needs. We love the relaxing atmosphere and beautiful grounds. It’s an empowering weekend for everyone involved.

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No Limits Foundation is a nonprofit organization 501(c)(3) providing camps for children with limb loss and differences. The camp aims to provide education, mentorship, and support to these children and their families. Camp No Limits fosters a welcoming and supportive community in the hopes of helping all those who attend the camp.

Mary Leighton OTR/L Founder, Executive Director & Occupational Therapist

PARTNER PROGRAMS CAMP MARIPOSA | 10 YEARS ON CAMPUS Camp Mariposa is a national addiction prevention and mentoring program for youth who have been impacted by substance abuse in their families. Camp Mariposa is offered free of charge to all families. Children ages 9-17 attend transformational weekend camps multiple times a year. Campers participate in fun traditional camp activities combined with education and support exercises led by mental health professionals and trained mentors. Camp Mariposa provides a safe, fun and supportive environment critical to help break the cycle of addiction.

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With the patience and support of every staff member at DaySpring our youth participants are learning the value of other-mindedness by waiting turns in the buffet line, going back for seconds vs. food waste, and bussing their own plates. They are also learning about caring for their environment, teamwork and overcoming fears through tree-climbing, canoeing, and the ropes course. It was an easy choice for JFCS to launch our teen program at DaySpring due to the relationships built over the years. We appreciate all you do and are grateful for your kindness to us.

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Jeanette Altman, Program Coordinator, JFCS Mariposa

CAMP LIVING SPRINGS | 20 YEARS ON CAMPUS Camp Living Springs is a weekend adult cancer retreat offered at no cost to participants. The camp provides adult cancer survivors with an opportunity to get away from their day-to-day obligations and share experiences with other cancer survivors. Camp Living Springs' mission is to promote camaraderie, relaxation, and shared experiences while nurturing the spirit of those touched by cancer.

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In 2019 Morton Plant Hospital Volunteer Resources and Volunteers hosted their 21st adult cancer survivor celebration retreat. DaySpring is the perfect location and partner for our event. Our campers along with our volunteer staff feel as if we're treated as if no one else exists. Our spirits are renewed on the river and the beautiful grounds. Our campers feel that by coming to Camp Living Springs at your facility is like going on a cruise without ever leaving the dock.

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Vicki Pikal CDVS Manager, Volunteer Resources

Sacred

COMMUNITY RESILIENCE MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID IN A

SPACE

Mental Health First Aid is a skills-based training course that teaches participants about mental health and substance-use issues. The training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training is similar to CPR for physical first aid, and the national certification through the National Council for Mental Wellbeing is earned via the 8-hour training course. Classes can be as large as 30 students with certified instructors. Group sessions and individual registrations are available. DaySpring is the perfect setting for the one-day training, with our state-of-the-art facilities and access to 97 acres of natural resources and contemplative spaces for walking and quiet reflection. Lodging is available for overnight stays with an advance reservation. With referrals to our certified MHFA instructors, group planners can easily add on a day of MHFA training to enhance their experience at DaySpring. As our communities recover from the challenges of a pandemic and build resiliency within ourselves and our teams, DaySpring is committed to hosting both private group and monthly open-registration classes for individuals at our safe and sacred place. Join us in this important initiative.

Interested? Go to

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THE DAYSPRING LABYRINTH

A LABYRINTH IS NOT A PUZZLE TO BE SOLVED.

It is an ancient symbol of wholeness and healing which combines the imagery of the circle and the spiral into a purposeful path. The labyrinth represents the journey to our own center and back into the world, renewed. Use it to let go of stress and anxiety; to cope with grief, struggle or loss; for healing of relationships; for healing of you.

YOU.

RELEASE

RELEASE | Enter the labyrinth at the starting point and follow the

path where it leads you. As you walk, feel yourself letting go of all stray thoughts and distractions, opening your heart and mind as you move gradually towards the center.

RECEIVE RETURN

RECEIVE | Once in the center, give yourself time to linger. This is your place of meditation and prayer; a space to find clarity, insight or illumination. Be open to receive all there is to find.

RETURN | As you leave, conciously follow the same path out as you did in. This is part of your spiritual journey; the final surrender as healing forces take over.

Each time you walk the labyrinth, you become more empowered- both spiritually and emotionally - to follow the path chosen for you.

A SACRED SPACE ST. THOMAS CHAPEL WORSHIP St. Thomas Chapel is a special place used for various programs of our DaySpring guests, and is available by reservation. Each month, clergy from across the Diocese of Southwest Florida are invited to the chapel to preach and celebrate a Holy Eucharist at 11 a.m. with a lunch at Curry Hall to follow. Groups, congregations, and individuals are always welcome to visit and make it an outing; please email reservations@dayspringfla.org to schedule your visit.

SAVE THE DATE ASH WEDNESDAY | MARCH 2 For 2022, Ash Wednesday services will be held at the chapel with imposition of ashes from Bishop Smith. All are invited to attend and no registration is required.

MONTHLY HOLY EUCHARIST

Jan 5

The Rev. Jim Teets | St. Mary’s, Dade City

Feb 2

The Rev. Whitney Burton | Good Shepherd, Dunedin

Mar 2

The Rev. Dabney T. Smith | 5th Bishop of Southwest Florida

Apr 6

The Rev. Andrew Gerns | St. John’s, Clearwater

May 4 The Rev. Michael Cannon | St. John’s, Tampa SUMMER BREAK

Sept 7 The Rev. Jamie Samilio | Good Shepherd, Clearwater Oct 5

The Rev. Eddie Gibbons | Church of the Epiphany, Cape Coral

Nov 2

The Rev. Joe Hudson | Church of the Good Shepherd, Venice

Dec 7

The Rev. Bill Van Oss | St. Michael and All Angels, Sanibel

A SACRED SPACE CHURCH OF THE APOSTLES

Welcome to The Church of the Apostles, an Episcopal Church in Parrish, Florida. The church has been planted. Come help us grow!

DaySpring is the site of the newest Episcopal Church in the Diocese of Southwest Florida. The Church of the Apostles meets at the historic St. Thomas Chapel on Sundays at 10 am.

for more details,visit

PARRISHEPISCOPALCHURCH.ORG

SPIRITUAL STRENGTH ADULT FORMATION & RENEWAL EDUCATION FOR MINISTRY | MENTOR TRAINING Do you feel a call to lay ministry? Become an Education for Ministry (EfM) mentor! EfM is a four-year adult education program with groups meeting throughout the Diocese. During this training, you will discover whether you are called to be an EfM mentor and gain the knowledge and skills you need to successfully mentor an EfM group. Attendees must have a working knowledge of the Bible, church history, and theology. Both sessions are open to anyone wishing to gain a deeper knowledge of theological reflection or further explore their ministry call.

FOUNDATIONS OF SEMINAR LIFE MINISTRY IN DAILY LIFE

MAY 19-21

visit episcopalswfl.org/EFM for more information

RECOVERY MINISTRIES For all people working a 12-Step Recovery Program. If you or someone you love are interested, please contact Alfred Boettjer at (321) 508-3797 for more information. January 21-23 | May 20-22 | October 28-30

CURSILLO

“A Short Course in Christian Living”, a weekend opportunity to grow in faith and in spirituality. De Colores, Spanish for “The Colors”, signifies being in God’s grace. Find out more at cursilloswfl.org

#145 | February 17-20

#146 | April 28-May 1 21

#147 | October 6-9

VOCATION DAY Those interested in pursuing a ministry opportunity may attend an evening seminar and dinner hosted by the Commission on Ministry. This is an informal, conversational time of prayer and guidance about discerning God’s call toward any ministry in The Episcopal Church.

May 10 | November 8

SCHOOL FOR

MINISTRY

Local Formation for Deacons & Priests

The mission of the School for Ministry is to equip and serve those in the Diocese of Southwest Florida who are discerning a call to ordained ministry in the Episcopal Church. The Diocese is a member of the Iona Collaborative, a cooperative project directed by the Seminary of the Southwest that includes almost 30 Episcopal dioceses across the country. The Iona Collaborative provides high-quality theological education for the formation of priests and deacons in local diocesan settings, educating a new generation of leaders who for various reasons cannot attend a residential seminary. The School offers a rigorous yet accessible educational program that combines online content developed by the Seminary faculty with faceto-face class sessions facilitated by volunteer experts from our Diocese. Classes meet at DaySpring on Saturdays and may be supplemented by Zoom sessions led by local or outside guest facilitators. Video content is also available to our diocesan congregations through The School for Ministry for use in parish-based adult Christian formation programs.

visit episcopalswfl.org/SFM for more information

TRANSFORMATION OPEN REGISTRATION ADULT PROGRAMS JOURNEY SERIES | April 22-24 “A Civil Rights Journey through Florida”

Speaker: Paul Ortiz, Ph.D. Professor of History & Director of the Samuel Proctor Oral History Program at the University of Florida

Speaker: Gilbert King Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Devil in the Grove: Thurgood Marshall, the Groveland Boys, and the Dawn of a New America Through a series of presentations and keynote addresses, we will explore important Civil Rights sites and events throughout the state of Florida. You will have opportunities to pray and reflect with fellow retreatants, and to engage in contemplative and restorative practices to feed your soul throughout the weekend. The group will depart DaySpring after breakfast on the 23rd and visit a site in St. Petersburg. After that, we will adjourn for lunch at Chief ’s Creole Café, a black-owned business located next to the Dr. Carter G. Woodson Museum, and then depart for a tour of Sarasota/Newtown. Once our day has concluded, we will return to DaySpring for dinner. Small group breakouts, worship, and contemplative practices will surround our time of pilgrimage.

About the Retreat Guide Julia Rusling is an Episcopal priest, as well as the founder and director of Anam Cara, a ministry of spiritual direction, retreats and yoga therapy. Julia completed Level One training in iRest® (Integrative Restoration) and is currently incorporating that into her ministry.

About Featured Speaker Paul Ortiz, Ph.D. Professor Paul Ortiz (Ph.D. Duke University, 2000) is the author of An African American and Latinx History of the United States, which received the 2018 PEN Oakland-Josephine Miles Award for Literary Excellence. His book Emancipation Betrayed: The Hidden History of Black Organizing and White Violence in Florida from Reconstruction to the Bloody Election of 1920 was awarded the Harry T. and Harriette V. Moore Book Prize from the Florida Historical Society and the Florida Institute of Technology. Professor Ortiz is the director of the Samuel Proctor Oral History Program at the University of Florida.

About Featured Speaker Gilbert King Gilbert King is the author of three books, most recently, Beneath a Ruthless Sun. His previous book, Devil in the Grove: Thurgood Marshall, the Groveland Boys, and the Dawn of a New America, was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for general nonfiction in 2013. King has written about race, civil rights, and the death penalty for the New York Times, the Washington Post, and The Atlantic, and he is a contributor to The Marshall Project, a nonprofit news organization covering the U.S. criminal justice system. He is currently a fellow at The New York Public Library’s Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers, and he lives in Brooklyn, N.Y. JOURNEY

RATES

6 meals & 2 nights’ lodging

Commuter On-site semi-private occupancy On-site private occupancy

$100 $200 $300

Rates include conference fees and materials. Limited on-site lodging; please register early!

DAYSPRINGFLA.ORG

TRANSFORMATION

HOSPITALITY SERIES | December 2-3 Retreat Guide: Jerusalem Greer “Social Media or Social Ministry? Hospitality and Evangelism in the OnDemand World”

COVID has launched us into a time when many people’s primary contact with church will be via social media, YouTube, and other virtual and/or on demand platforms. How do we harness that for its potential, without giving up our sense of community? How are we called to be the Body of Christ, while blending virtual and in-person forms of being together? Greer is the minister for formation and connection at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Conway, Arkansas. For the past year, she partnered with the Presiding Bishop’s Evangelism Team, as a consulting evangelist and as a member of the working group on the Way of Love. Greer also served as the Project Evangelist for Baptized for Life: An Episcopal Discipleship Initiative from Virginia Theological Seminary, as the creator and coordinator for Forma’s Faith-at-Home resources, and as the author of multiple curricula through Forward Movement and Episcopal Relief and Development. She is an in-demand speaker and contributor around the topics of evangelism, discipleship, welcoming former evangelicals, and ministry with families and children.

CREATION CARE SERIES | February 1-2 Retreat Guide | Mr. Bill Lewis with Worship & Music led by The Rev. Carol S. Fleming

“Cultivating a Relationship with Creation”

“The idea that we live in something called “the environment” is utterly preposterous. The world that environs us, that surrounds us, is also within us. We are made of it; we eat, drink, and breathe it; is bone of our bone and flesh of our flesh.” -Wendell Berry Come and explore the natural beauty of DaySpring through a series of talks and reflective nature walks: we’ll be exploring themes of the natural world and our relationships with God’s creation. Share your discoveries with fellow retreatants as you pray and worship in this sacred space. We will learn about natural Florida, what nature teaches us about the Creator and what response we are invited into. The walks will mostly be on dirt trails. Bill Lewis has helped folks engage with the natural world for over 30 years through Sierra Club outings, Audubon outings, Nature Conservancy volunteering, and church-sponsored reflective walks.

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HOSPITALITY & CREATION CARE 3 meals & 1 night’s lodging

Commuter On-site semi-private occupancy On-site private occupancy

$50 $100 $150

Rates include conference fees and materials. Limited on-site lodging; please register early!

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TRANSFORMATION CONGREGATIONAL VITALITY HISPANIC / LATINO MINISTRY CONFERENCE

Latino Ministry in the 21st Century

A bilingual event hosted by the Diocesan Hispanic-Latino Committee of the Diocese of Southwest Florida. Nuestra quinta conferencia anual del Ministerio Hispano Latino es un recurso para la espiritualidad y el compañerismo en el idioma español. Tendrás la oportunidad de aprender de varios de nuestros líderes y de escuchar música y adoración inspiradores. Esperamos que esta conferencia se llene rápidamente, ¡así que regístrese temprano! No hay ningún costo por la conferencia. Our fifth annual Latino Hispanic Ministry Conference is an opportunity to experience spirituality and fellowship in the Spanish language. We will hear from various leaders, and we will experience Latino cuisine and music. There is no charge for the conference.

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DIOCESAN VESTRY RETREAT

Strategic Leadership... With a Bit of Improvisation

The Rev. Canon C.K. Robertson, Ph.D.

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In this instructive and interactive session, we will explore the ways in which vestry leaders and clergy together can: Assess the needs around them, Define their churches’ Sacred Bundle, Develop a path forward and align key structures to fit that plan, and Be ready for unexpected changes as they come our way.

To help us accomplish these goals, we will tap into some key scriptural texts, consider a template that can be adapted to fit our various unique contexts, and enjoy hearing from one another about what works and what doesn’t. Come and be strategic (and flexible) together. The Rev. Canon Robertson has served for many years as Canon to the Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church as well as Distinguished Visiting Professor at General Theological Seminary. A member of the Council on Foreign Relations and the development board of Durham University, he previously served on the governing board of the National Council of Churches USA.

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TRANSFORMATION DAYSPRING SUMMER CAMP Our campers participate in a Christian program designed to deepen their faith and strengthen their friendships through a variety of activities. Campers learn team-building skills and are challenged on our ropes courses, enjoy canoeing, kayaking and paddleboarding on the Manatee River, and get a chance to just be themselves playing games and creating arts and crafts. Come experience God’s love through great music, worship, and food this summer! Six sessions are planned for 2022: for the latest updates and more details, head to

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CAMP SESSIONS & DESCRIPTIONS

June 7-10 | SESSION 1 | HALF SESSION ELEMENTARY CAMP Half-session elementary camp is designed for rising 3rd to 5th grade students to get a taste of the camp experience. From waterfront fun to tree climbing, arts & crafts to games, the spirit of this half week shines with new friends and new experiences, providing a great first experience to young campers. June 12-17 | SESSION 2 | HIGH SCHOOL CAMP For many campers, High School Camp is a threshold experience of personal and spiritual growth. Teens detach from the digital world and focus on community, fun and formation. Campers will enjoy the high and low ropes courses, waterfront activities, outdoor games and more. June 19-24 | SESSION 3 | MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMP A wild and energetic week, Middle School Camp is packed with authentic personal and spiritual experiences while challenging campers with high and low ropes courses, waterfront activities, team games, music, friendship and Christian formation. June 26- July 1 | SESSION 4 | FULL ELEMENTARY CAMP Suited for the young adventurer, Elementary Camp is packed with outdoor fun, games, community-building, and music enhancing formation tailored for the rising 3rd-5th grade students. July 10-15 | SESSION 5 | MIDDLE SCHOOL DISCOVERY CAMP New for 2022, Discovery Camp offers middle schoolers the opportunity to strengthen their creative, leadership and stewardship skills. Campers will nurture their passions and further their relationship with God through outdoor living, movie making, music, crafting, nature skills and more. July 17-22 | SESSION 6 | HIGH SCHOOL DISCOVERY CAMP New for 2022, Discovery Camp offers high schoolers the opportunity to strengthen their creative, leadership and stewardship skills. Campers will nurture their passions and further their relationship with God through outdoor living, movie making, music, crafting, nature skills and more. 30

TRANSFORMATION ONE SESSION...OR TWO? All of our camp sessions are mindfully scheduled to give campers the opportunity to enjoy a week during each month of the summer. One week of fun isn’t enough for many of our campers, who often register for a second session to reunite with friends and deepen their experience. Don’t miss out! Register for multiple sessions before summer camp season begins.

SUMMER CAMP SNEAK PEEK Visit DaySpring for our Summer Camp Sneak Peek! Bring your family and friends to meet our counselors, tour our cabins, enjoy the DaySpring campus, and fellowship over lunch in Curry Hall. Camp staff will be on hand to guide tours and talk to parents about each of our programs, and as always, past campers are welcome. Enjoy a morning of canoeing, kayaking or paddleboarding from 10:00 am to noon, lunch at 12:30 pm, and an afternoon swim in the pool or games on the lawn.

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OUR SUMMER CAMP COUNSELORS DaySpring Summer Camp draws college-age leaders from around the Southeast. Former campers themselves from a number of Episcopal Camps throughout the region, these young adults are current and active leaders in their colleges and home communities. 32

TRANSFORMATION YOUTH FORMATION NEW BEGINNINGS The New Beginnings weekend retreat is designed to respond to the unique spiritual and social challenges facing youth in grades 6 through 8. Created together by adults and young people, this program encourages participants to express their feelings within an atmosphere of openness and zero judgement and results in growth in their love for God, themselves, and those around them.

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HAPPENING

Happening is a spiritual and transformative experience for high school students in grades 9 to 12. This weekend retreat helps participants navigate through the tough questions of faith which many high school students struggle with in their daily lives. Students come away from the weekend with a deeper understanding of themselves, their relationship with God, and how to share that faith with others in their community. During a Happening weekend, participants experience the love of God through music, talks, prayer, and worship. Led by fellow high school students, they are encouraged to ask questions, verbalize internal struggles, and build a stronger relationship with Jesus Christ. An integral part of the weekend is when participants realize how much we are all loved by God and how close we can become as a Christian community in such a short period of time.

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TRANSFORMATION YOUNG ADULT FORMATION VOCARE | “TO CALL” Vocare is a form of the Latin word meaning "to call." The Vocare weekend is a renewal weekend for young adults, ages 19 to 30. At this time they face many serious decisions which set the direction for much of their adult life. The focus of the weekend is "Let Yourself Hear Christ's Call." Its aim is to help young adults understand their vocation through the teachings of Jesus Christ. The weekend includes a variety of open discussions on topics such as:

Identity What ls A Christian? Reconciliation Response to Christ Spiritual Journey

Community Vocation Empowerment Tomorrow

Vocare came into existence in September 1980 when a number of Happening graduates met in Dallas, Texas, to plan the first Vocare weekend. The colleges and universities in Southwest Florida are full of young adults discerning their calls and searching for Christian community, and we strive to meet them where they are with this unique weekend experience.

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SCHOOLS & UNIVERSITIES DaySpring is your ideal partner for one-time or seasonal programs for schools and universities. Our approach is all inclusive, and adaptable to different types of approaches and events. Our staff will help you build your program to customize your stay, ensuring you reserve the right accommodations and facilities for your group so you can relax and enjoy your event. Our all-inclusive overnight rate covers lodging, meals, a meeting space of your choice, and includes full use of the pool, canoes/ kayaks, and sports/activity areas. DaySpring hosts sports-related groups on our campus throughout the year of all ages and sizes, including: GRADES K - 12 | Our elementary and secondary school-age groups utilize our facilities partners that assist students with a variety of environmental programs and team-building exercises, according to age group and needs. High school bands use our practice field for pre-season training, with basketball and volleyball courts just steps away from our housing. UNIVERSITY CAMPS | Florida universities hold a wide range of student events on our campus each year. Our facilities include lecture rooms for large and small groups, and our outdoor ropes courses and tree climbing are used for team building activities. TEACHER & ADMINISTRATION TRAINING | Hosting a school administration event is a breeze with our modern conference rooms, ideal for teacher training. Our fully wired facilities can host every size and type of class or seminar. MILITARY CAMPS | JROTC groups utilize our field for rifle corps exercises. With three meals a day, bunkbeds in our dorms, and field exercises, youths get a taste of basic training, but with a little touch of resort thrown in thanks to our pool and outdoor facilities. COLLEGE TRAINING CAMPS | Southwest Florida is a haven for team sports training, hosting groups from around the nation all year long. Our piece of the Manatee River has been used by Ivy League rowing teams, who stay overnight in our bunk bed style lodging, enjoying meals and rest at our campus.

LEADERSHIP TARGETED ADULT PROGRAMS DEACONS’ ANNUAL MEETING | February 26 Equipping the Deacon for the Work of Ministry An annual event focusing on the practical aspects of the diaconate. All deacons, regardless of canonical residence, are welcome to attend this day of fellowship, story-sharing, and professional development.

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FEATURED TOPIC: CLERGY WELLNESS

Clergy, in the exercise of ministry, wear many hats. As a result, there are often fewer boundaries that define their duties, their schedules, and their relationships with parishioners. Self-care and spiritual renewal are essential for effective ministry. For bishops, priests, and deacons to lead – to be “wholesome examples“ to the people of God – their own wellness must be cared for and cultivated. During this retreat, with the guidance of a speaker, we will explore the topic of clergy wellness, practices that nurture clergy wellness, and how to maintain such practices.

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COLLEGE OF PRESBYTERS March 1 Featured Topic: Speaking of Sin The College of Presbyters is our annual gathering for active Episcopal priests within the diocese of Southwest Florida. It is a day to step out of their parishes, hear from Bishop Dabney Smith and a speaker, and spend time together. The 2022 gathering will focus on speaking of sin with the Very Rev. William S. Stafford, Ph.D., D.D. Speaking of sin has become so hard to do! We need to present the world with a God of love who in Jesus Christ has redeemed us and called us his beloved children—to speak of light, not darkness. Together we will explore how talking about any kind of sin seems to run counter to the message of grace, but by talking about sin in the context of God’s saving love in Jesus Christ can dispel our darkness by God’s light. The gathering will include worship and lunch.

RETIRED CLERGY & SPOUSES LUNCHEON | March 2 An annual gathering of all retired clergy and their spouses. This year, the topic will be Speaking of Sin, led by the Very Rev. Stafford, Ph.D., D.D.

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LEADERSHIP CLERGY SPOUSE ASSOCIATION WEEKEND The 2022 Annual Gathering & Retreat features presenter, The Rev. Catherine Tyndall Boyd, who will lead participants through an exploration of myriad spiritual tools, drawing from many traditions and disciplines. Participants will assemble a kind of toolbox for their life in Christ and receive encouragement for their spiritual journey. The weekend retreat is designed to provide opportunities for spouses of clergy who are active, retired, or widowed to connect and engage with each other by engaging in fellowship, enrichment, worship, as well as FEBRUARY 11 – 13 time for rest and relaxation.

EPISCOPAL CHURCH WOMEN The Episcopal Church Women of the Diocese of Southwest Florida enjoy meeting each year for their annual gathering at DaySpring.

Saturday, November 5 DAUGHTERS OF THE KING A gathering of Episcopal women committed to a life-long program of prayer, service, and evangelism. Chapters gather at DaySpring each year for support from like-minded women.

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DIOCESAN HOUSE VISITS The staff of the diocese serves 79 congregations and 13 schools in Southwest Florida. We are open 9 am to 4:30 pm daily, and welcome visitors to come to the Diocesan House and consult with Diocesan staff on parish development, finance, communications, youth ministry, clergy deployment, and myriad other topics. Please come by and say hello! We welcome and encourage our parishes to plan DaySpring Outings, which can include lunch, a walk around the campus, and a visit to the Diocesan House. Group leaders, please call ahead for lunch reservations at DaySpring and to ensure staff is available at Diocesan House for tours.

LEADERSHIP TARGETED LAY LEADER PROGRAMS BENEFITS & BUDGETING Budgets are an absolute necessity for a church to be successful in managing its financial resources, and employee payroll and benefits are a church’s largest budget items. Come for an update on 2022 employee benefits offered by CPG and the role they play in budgeting.

BENEFITS & BUDGETING | October 25 PAROCHIAL REPORTS & AUDITS

Learn about best practices for preparing both the parochial report and the audit report. These reports use the same year-end financial information, so why not knock out both reporting requirements early in the year? Come get tips on these two important reports.

REALM USERS DAY

A day of fellowship and learning for users of the ACS church bookkeeping system, including People Suite, Financial Suite, Realm Connect, and Realm Accounting. Our day is led by a certified ACS trainer.

PR & AUDITS | January 25 REALM | May 24 To register for all Targeted Lay Leader Programs, contact our registrar at

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WORD OUT CONFERENCE Each year the Word Out conference assists congregations in marketing and communications. For 2022, the diocese is offering a variety of practical training classes in all aspects of communications led by lay staff and lay leadership from our parishes and regional industry professionals around Southwest Florida. Classes are offered in 50-minute sessions in two tracks. We will offer a session on communication planning and organization; basic video marketing beyond livestreaming to support your parish; emerging social media and its value, and how apps such as Canva and Ripl can ease the burden of creating graphics and promotions.

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STEWARDSHIP WORKSHOP Led by Canon for Stewardship the Rev. Canon Chris Gray, the annual stewardship workshop assists parishes in their annual giving campaigns. For 2022, Canon Mary MacGregor will be our speaker. Mary is a board member of The Episcopal Network for Steward and has a particular passion for stewardship. She has been invited to keynote, consult, and lead workshops in 44 dioceses in the Episcopal Church.

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MEETING ROOMS PROGRAM CENTER MULTIPURPOSE ROOM This versatile hall is in the 12,500 square foot Program Center, dedicated in 2017. It includes a raised stage, premium sound system, two 80-inch Smart TVs, LCD projector with stage-size screen, kitchenette, and commercial refrigerator. The room can be configured in multiple ways with a maximum capacity of 300. For breaks, the multipurpose room is flanked on both sides by covered porches with comfortable Adirondack chairs and ceiling fans.

CHAUNCEY BROWN LIBRARY Our library is located at the east end of Curry Hall. The library ambience sets the tone for this recently renovated space which includes Smart TV and boardroom seating for 12, making it an excellent space for small retreats and meetings.

TRIPP PAVILION B Located just behind Pavilion A, Pavilion B is a classroom with a capacity of 35. Newly renovated, it includes a premium sound system and a 70-inch Smart TV.

DAYSPRING MEETING ROOMS DaySpring has a wide variety of meeting rooms and spaces. Our largest meeting rooms, located in the Program Center and Tripp Pavilion, can be set in several styles. Our individual Youth Cabins, Adult Cabins, Pool House, and Retreat House each offer small common areas. All rooms have Wi-Fi accessibility and coffee service. Our safety-enhanced operations always reflect the latest CDC guidelines, and our staff is able to work with guests to customize gatherings to suit individual needs.

TRIPP PAVILION A The Tripp Pavilion, located in the woods near Curry Hall, is newly renovated. It seats up to 150 or can be used as an open space. The renovation includes a ceiling mounted remote LCD projector, premium sound system with multiple microphones, and lavaliers.

MEETING ROOMS PROGRAM CENTER CLASSROOMS A & B

Program Center Classrooms A and B, part of our new Program Center, include Smart TVs and audio equipment. Each classroom has a maximum capacity of 50.

BISHOP HAYNES MEETING ROOM This classroom is located near Curry Hall at the center of DaySpring. Bright windows overlook the expansive deck and wide eaves provide covered walks to the nearby Lounge and Curry Hall dining room. Accommodates up to 50 guests.

OUTDOOR PAVILION Located at the center of our youth area and adjacent to the pool, basketball court and youth cabins is this shaded pavilion with picnic tables. The outdoor pavilion’s airy space and full overhead coverage make it a wonderful location for large picnics and gatherings.

NEW MEETING ROOM Located in the north quarter of the DaySpring campus near our Pool and Retreat Houses, the New Meeting Room seats up to 50 guests. The room is equipped with a premium sound system; video conferencing available by request.

UPPER ROOM This classroom is at the highest point in DaySpring and overlooks the scenic central pond. This meeting space can accommodate up to 25 guests.

LODGING OPTIONS ADULT CABINS Each of our 6 adult cabins are situated close to Curry Hall and have four bedrooms which sleep 4 to 8 guests. Five of our cabins have two twin beds per room with a private bathroom for each. The newly remodeled Cabin 6 has four bedrooms, each equipped with a queen bed and a private bathroom. All of our cabins have spacious, comfortably furnished common areas ideal for reading, conversation, or small group meetings. One bathroom per cabin is handicappedaccessible, and all cabins are connected to Curry Hall Dining Room via a well-lit paved sidewalk.

HALL HOUSE This rustic riverside cottage is part of the original DaySpring property and has two bedrooms which sleep 2 to 4 guests. It is located on the Cove overlooking the Manatee River. A screened-in porch welcomes you with cozy rocking chairs, a wood-paneled living room, and a stone fireplace gives the Hall House a quintessential Florida feel.

SABBATH HOUSE The Sabbath House started life as a residential home, and has been transformed into a large lodging area with 6 bedrooms which sleep 6 to 17 guests. The house contains an airy open loft and 4 full bathrooms.

RETREAT HOUSE The Retreat House is a spacious two-story building with a view of our breathtaking DaySpring tree canopy, as well as 10 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, and can sleep 10 to 22 guests. Two common areas within allow for small group meetings, programs, or quiet, peaceful relaxation.

YOUTH CABINS Our 4 youth cabins (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John) are situated in a tranquil wooded area adjacent to our Program Center, new pool, sports courts, fire pit area, and plentiful green space. Each cabin sleeps 16 per side and has a central common area with abundant seating. The four cabins accommodate a total of 128 guests.

DORMITORIES Our 6 dormitories are located in the center of the DaySpring campus and connected to Curry Hall dining room and the Bishop Haynes lounge area, which offers Wi-Fi access, television, and a reading room for all guests. Each of our dormitories sleep 12 guests on bunk beds. 48

RATES & RESERVATIONS CALL FOR ACCOMMODATIONS DaySpring offers guest houses, cabins, youth cabins, and dormitories for housing during events. Meals are included. Contact DaySpring Reservations at 941-776-1018 (x258) or reservations@dayspringfla.org to plan your event.

REGISTER FOR EVENTS For more information about any of the events listed within, please contact our registrar in the Diocesan office via phone at 941-556-0315 or via email at registrations@episcopalswfl.org.

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PRIVATE ROOM (Includes towels and linens) SEMI-PRIVATE ROOM (Includes towels and linens) YOUTH CABINS* (bunk beds) DORMITORIES* (bunk beds) *towels and linens may be provided at additional cost

$133 $97 $68 $63

Room rates are per night and include three meals in the Curry Hall Dining Room.

LODGING AMENITIES The room rates for overnight guests include lodging, 3 meals per day (dinner on the day of arrival through lunch on the day of departure), and use of the meeting facilities. Bed linens and towels are provided to guests in our adult cabins and residential guest houses. Groups staying in our youth cabins and dormitories should bring their own linens and towels. Linen sets are available at a rate of $7/set with advanced notice. Rooms are available for check-in after 3 pm daily. Quiet hours are observed nightly from 11 pm to 7 am.

DINING & CATERING Curry Hall is a spacious dining facility which overlooks a tranquil pond. It offers inside and outside dining on a screened-in porch, perfect for temperate days and evenings. All meals are included with overnight accommodations. Meals are served cafeteria style. We are happy to accommodate any special dietary needs; please notify us of any restrictions prior to your arrival so we can discuss options and plan accordingly. For guests not staying overnight, rates for meals are as follows.

BREAKFAST $9 $11 LUNCH $16 DINNER 50

THANK YOU Coastal Calligraphers • Colored Pencil Society • Crafty Framers • Embroiderers Guild of America • Florida West Coast Writers • Friends All Stitchin’ Together (FAST) • SunStitchers Needlework • Safety Harbor Scrapbookers • Sunshine State Decorative Artists • Women Contemporary Artists • Women Who Do Lunch Bunch • Art Quilters Unlimited • Camp Quilt-A-Lotta • Friendship Knot Quilters Guild • Grateful Threads • Imperial Wilderness Quilters • Keystone Quilters • Night Owl Whooters • Piecemakers Quilt Guild • Quiltmore • Quilters Workshop of Tampa Bay • Sarasota Modern Quilt Guild • Scrap Happy Quilters • Southwest Florida Quilt Guild • Studio Art Quilt Associates • Suncoast Quilting Circle • Sunset Pointe Quilters • Winnie Miale Quilters •11th Step Retreat • B.E.S.S Sisters • Bethel Family Enrichment Center • First Step of Sarasota • Footprints Beachside Recovery • Garden of the Heart Yoga • Gay Men’s Chorus of Tampa Bay • GCJFCS Woman 2 Woman • General Electric Leaders Workshop • GFWC Florida Federation of Women’s Clubs • Healthy Teens Coalition • Heart of Orlando Wyldlife • Integrated Health Care Systems • Land o’Lakes Writers • Leadership Manatee • Lemon Bay Garden Club, Inc. • LifeLine Screening • Longevity Wellness Training • Matt Talbot Men & Women • Meadows Family Dentistry Training • Memory Disorders Center at St. Anthony’s Hospital • Mount Zion Human Services Inc. and Youth Rise • ROL Publications - Sojourn to Source • Sarasota Hope House • Solihten Institute • St. Petersburg Gnostic Association • SWFL Young Life • Tampa Area Romance Novelists • Team Rubicon • The Gathering Leadership Retreat • Wheel of Conscious Creation • Youth in Action (Drug Free Manatee) • Zhuravushka Blue Heron Spring Camp • Arlington Belmont Rowing Team • Belmont Hill Rowing Team • Camp Crystal Clear • Camp Living Springs - Morton Plant Hospital • Camp No Limits • Common Ground • Florida Southern College Volleyball • Frameworks - Teens In Action • GEMS Girls Club Camp • Harvard - Radcliffe Women’s Rowing Teams • Hulse Grounding Camp • Jewish Family & Children’s Services - Camp Mariposa • Pathfinders • St. Petersburg College Women’s Basketball • Sozo Missions • University of Pennsylvania Men’s Rowing Team • V-Sculls Rowing Academy • Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority • Academy of the Holy Name • Braden River Choral Boosters Association • Bloomingdale High School JROTC • Cambridge Christian School • Clearwater Central Catholic High • Common Ground • Community Christian School

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Community School of Naples • Eckerd College• Educational Consultants Consortium Inc • Florida Gulf Coast University • Florida Polytech • Hershorin Community Day School • IMG Baseball • Islamic Schools League of America • Jesuit High School • Leadership Academy - Sarasota County Schools • Nature’s Classroom Institute • Northside Christian School Band Camp • Out of Doors Academy • Pathfinder • Pinecrest School • Pine View Peace Jam • St. Leo University • St. Mary’s Day School • St. Michael’s Lutheran School • St. Petersburg Catholic HS - Boys Kairos Retreat • St. Petersburg Christian School • St. Stephen’s Catholic School • Seacrest Faculty • Southeastern University @ Grace Church • Tampa Preparatory School • University of Florida IFAS Extension • USF Tampa • USF St. Petersburg • University of Tampa

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We love it here! Thank you so much for welcoming us with open arms and for accommodating all our needs and requests and changes with a smile and a great attitude. You took great care of us when traffic on the road and on the water made us late for a meal! We also enjoyed the chance to meet and chat with some of the other guests. It’s such a treat to cross paths with people from different walks of life. And everyone was having a lovely time! Miriam, Harvard-Radcliffe Womens Rowing Team

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1st Alliance Church • Bayside Community Church • Casa Refugio de Amor - Men’s Retreat • Church of God • Church of the Palm Stephen Ministries • Christ the King Catholic Church • Clearwater Women’s Community Bible Study • Clergy Voyagers Institute • Covenant Life Church • Faith United Church of Christ • First Baptist Church of Bradenton • First United Methodist Church • Florida - Bahamas Luthern Synod • Florida District Unitarian Universalists Assn • Grace Methodist Church • Gulf Cost Community Church • Harvest United Methodist Church • Holy Trinity Presbyterian Church • Iglesia Palabra de Fe • Interim Ministry Network • Jesus Church Women’s Retreat • Jesus the Worker Church • Ladies of Lifespring Church • Lakeland Vineyard Band of Brothers • Lakeview Community Church • Morning Light Ministries International • Naples United Church of Christ • North Port Community U.C.C. • Oasis Church Women’s Retreat • Pass-a-Grille Community Church - WAVE • Pastors’ Prayer Summit • Peace River Presbyterian Women

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THANK YOU River Run Church • Roser Community Church Sarasota Baptist Chuch • Sarasota House of Prayer • Society of the Companions of the Holy Cross • Sojourner Presbyterian Church • Sun City Center United Methodist Church • St. Edwards Catholic Church IGNITE • St. Jude Catholic Church Youth • St. Paul Catholic Chuch • St. Petersburg Presbyterian Church Women • Suncoast Baptist Church Youth • Suncoast Community Church • Suncoast Emmaus Men & Women • Suncoast Youth for Christ Staff • Temple B’Nai Israel • The Bridge Church Youth • Trinity Lutheran Church Confirmation • Truth of Life Ministries • Unity Southshore • Wellspring Church Youth • West Bradenton Baptist Church Women • Woodland Community Church • Altar Guild Annual Meeting • Calvary Episcopal Church • Canterbury School of the Performing Arts • Cathedral Church of St. Peter • Christ Episcopal Church • Church of the Good Shepherd, Venice • Church of the Holy Spirit, Safety Harbor • Church Pension Group • Cursillo • Clergy Spouse Association • Daughters of the King • ECW • Grace Episcopal Church • Icon Workshop • Interim Ministries Network • St. George’s Episcopal Church Prayer Group • St. John’s Episcopal Church WV Journey To Adulthood • St. Mark’s Venice Lenten Retreat • St. Mary’s Episcopal Day School Tampa 8th Grade • St. Mary’s Bonita Springs • St. Mary’s Tampa Women’s Retreat • St. Michael & All Angels Men’s and Women’s Retreat • St. Monica’s J2A • Trinity by the Cove Women’s Retreat • St. Stephen’s Episcopal School Senior Wisdom Retreat • Church of the Redeemer, Sarasota • St. Andrew’s, Tampa • St. Boniface, Siesta Key • St. John the Divine, Sun City Center • St. Michael & All Angels, Sanibel • St. Peter’s, Plant City • St. Mark’s Youth Group, Palm Beach Gardens • St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School, Coral Gables

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IN & OUTSIDE SW FLORIDA

CREATE YOUR OWN PROGRAM

This catalog is designed to be a comprehensive look at our 2022 calendar, rather than a complete portrayal of all the things we have happening at the DaySpring campus. Ask us how we can provide a unique experience for your organization or church group, your family, or just yourself. Reserve a date for a retreat, strategic planning session, camp, or personal quiet day of reflection. Let us create a space for you at DaySpring, our Sacred Place.

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A CONTINUING VISION FOR THE EPISCOPAL CENTER In 1979, the Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida recognized the need for a place where guests from all over the world could congregate and worship in a tranquil, transformative environment. DaySpring found an idyllic home in 76 acres of “Old Florida” property along the north bank of the Manatee River, donated by the Hall family. Even then we knew that it would be the people of DaySpring who gave meaning and purpose to this sacred space. Today, a large number of the users of DaySpring are community organizations or groups not affiliated with the Diocese. This provides a solid, sustainable financial base and is one of the reasons DaySpring is uniquely successful as a camp and conference center. Our impact on our community, near and far, is visible and cherished. The continuing vision for DaySpring brings new opportunities, especially for adult programs. The new Phase 2 Adult Lodges are within our reach. With generous and thoughtful leaders throughout our diocese, we are articulating the plans to make these accommodations a reality. As we live into this new era for DaySpring, we celebrate and invite your commitment and voice to our ongoing legacy here.

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LOCATION

EASY AIR CONNECTIONS

We are 50 minutes from Tampa International/TPA and 30 minutes from Sarasota/SRQ.

NEAR THE SKYWAY BRIDGE, CLOSE TO TAMPA & ORLANDO

Minutes from the mouth of Tampa Bay and the Sunshine Skyway, DaySpring is located near the Ellenton exit of I-75, near Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, Bradenton and less than two hours from Orlando. Take the Ellenton 301 North exit and we are 1.8 miles north on Route 301. Find out more about Bradenton and the Gulf Islands region at bradentongulfislands.com 55

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Wetlands

Youth Director Residence

Director Residence

Retreat House

Diocese of Southwest Florida 8005 25th St. East Parrish, FL 34219

DIOCESE (941) 556-0315 or episcopalswfl.org DAYSPRING (941) 776-1018 or dayspringfla.org

Non. Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Manasota, FL Permit No. 946