They Rise Again to Follow Christ: Addiction, Recovery and the Paschal Mystery
The Twelve Steps are often understood as a spiritual path — and addiction, as a spiritual affliction. It’s no surprise, then, that priests and religious who struggle with addiction may experience deep feelings of unworthiness and a painful sense of being a fraud. For us, recovery is more than a return to mental and emotional stability; it is a profound encounter with the redemptive mystery at the heart of our Christian faith. The hope offered by recovery is nothing less than the hope of resurrection. This retreat invites participants to reflect on how the Paschal Mystery unfolds within our own brokenness, healing, and newfound freedom.
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Retreat Leader
Steve Spahn, SJ, is a priest of the USA East Province of the Society of Jesus. A native of Denver, Colorado and the youngest of 10 children, he has worked in parish, retreat and educational ministries for over 30 years. He presently serves as an Assistant Teaching Professor of Theology and the Associate Director of the Office of Mission Integration at Loyola University Maryland in Baltimore. Fr. Steve is a proud and grateful Guest House alumnus.
About the Location
DiamondHead Beach Resort
2000 Estero Blvd
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931
239-765-7654 | DiamondHeadFL.com
Hotel check-in time is 3 pm & check-out time is 11 am
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Registration Fee
The retreat fee of $650 covers all presentations, three nights’ lodging (January 5, 6 & 7) at the DiamondHead, and seven meals. We are grateful to our Guest House benefactors, whose generosity helps underwrite a large portion of the retreat costs for each participant.
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Closest Airport
The Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is the closest airport to the hotel. The commute from the airport to the hotel is 21 miles and approximately 40 minutes.
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Shuttle Service
Comfort Transportation is a recommended service for airport transfers. To arrange your ride, call 239-745-2845 before your arrival. Be sure to mention “Guest House” when booking to receive the special rate of $60 each way. This rate covers one vehicle for up to three passengers.
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To secure a room, registration must be received by December 12, 2025. After December 12th, all remaining rooms will be released back to the hotel, and registration will be accepted on a room availability basis.