CONTACT:  Christine Gerety  |  (310) 566-1531 | 

The "Always Beginning" Senior Adult Ministry provides an opportunity for older adults (both men and women) to meet their spiritual and social needs in a friendly environment with their peers from October through June of each year through the

following activities. 

First Friday Luncheons & Retreats

Five times a year, our Always Beginning Ministry hosts a delicious First Friday Luncheon.  All adults 65 & over are welcome to join us. The Luncheon and two seasonal Retreats are complimentary, but reservations are necessary, so please contact Christine at or 310-566-1531.

Advent Retreat & Luncheon

Adults 65+ are invited to reflect and renew this Advent at a retreat on Fri., Dec. 5, 10 a.m.–Noon in the Caruso Center. The retreat concludes with 12:10 p.m. Mass. Reservations required—contact Layla at (310) 566-1543 by Tues., Dec. 2.

Come celebrate the holidays at the Always Beginning annual Christmas feast on Fri., Dec. 6, immediately following the 12:10 p.m. Mass in the Grand Pavilion1 Enjoy a delicious luncheon prepared and served by our terrific volunteers, plenty of holiday spirit, and the chance to meet fellow parishioners. Senior adults receive a complimentary lunch but must reserve with Layla at (310) 566-1543 by Tues., Dec. 2.

Always Beginning 2025-26 Luncheon Schedule

All Luncheons are in the Grand Pavilion and begin immediately following the 12:10 p.m. Mass

Friday, October 3

Friday, December 5

Friday, February 6

Friday, March 6

Friday, May 1

Always Beginning 2025-26 Retreat Schedule

All Retreats are in Caruso A/B, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon.

Friday, December 5 - Advent Retreat

 Friday, March 6 - Lent Retreat