The Fraternity of Priests

​WELCOME!

To view the local hosts webpage for the Fraternity of Priests 2012 International Conference, click here!

We've assembled some information on the local accommodations, activities, and history.  Hopefully this will both encourage you to join us for the conference, and give you a sense of the rich opportunities that are in store!

This year's conference will take place at the Marygrove Retreat Center in the Diocese of Marquette from Sunday, July 22 to Friday, July 27, 2012.  Our Brotherhood Day will give you a chance to visit the beautiful Pictured Rocks and historic Marquette.  The Diocese of Marquette was founded by the Servant of God Bishop Frederic Baraga in 1857, and we are hopeful that he will soon be beatified.  His example of zealous and selfless priestly service is certainly very much in keeping with the ideals of the Fraternity of Priests.
 

How do I get to the conference?
The conference will take place at Marygrove Retreat Center in Garden, MI in the Diocese of Marquette.  This most northern part of Michigan is largely rural and away from the beaten path, as well as full of awesome natural beauty.  We would recommend flying into the Sawyer International Airport (MQT) outside of Marquette, MI.  A secondary option would be the Delta County Airport (ESC) near Escanaba, MI.  We will provide you with transportation to and from either of these airports and Marygrove Retreat Center when you arrive on Sunday, July 22nd and depart on Friday, July 27th. If you fly into another airport, you will need to coordinate your own transportation (rental car) to the Retreat Center.

When?
This year's International Conference will run from Sunday, July 22 to Friday, July 27, 2012.

Hosts
The Upper Peninsula Chapter of the Fraternity of Priests was founded in 1986, we currently have 10 active members ranging from newly ordained to retired.  Having sent members to many of the international conferences, we are very excited to be hosting the conference this year on our home turf, the beautiful and historic Diocese of Marquette.