Handmaidens
Handmaidens is a faith formation group for single women between the ages of 18 and 35 who desire to cultivate a deeper relationship with Our Lord and walk the faith journey alongside other women. This program is also dedicated to helping young women cultivate a deeper appreciation and understanding of their dignity and vocation as women. Formation and living holiness in the world are nurtured and supported through conferences given by the Carmelite Sisters, prayer, praise & worship, and small group discussions.
This year’s theme is:
Arise: Enter the Garden
“Arise, my beloved, my fair one, and come!”
– Song of Songs 2:10
Join us as we reflect with Our Lady and all the Carmelite Saints on entering the interior garden of your soul.
Next Event:
Handmaidens Evening at Marycrest Manor
Date: November 14, 2026
Time: 4:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: 10664 St James Dr.
Culver City, CA 90230
Upcoming Events
Handmaidens Advent Day of Prayer
Date: December 19, 2026
Location: Sacred Heart Retreat House
Handmaidens
Date: February 20, 2027
Location: Casa Convent (Duarte, CA)
Time: 4:30 – 8:00 pm (Time subject to change)
Handmaidens
Date: March 20, 2027
Location: St. Philomena (Carson, CA)
Time: 5:00 – 9:00 pm (Time subject to change)
Handmaidens Beach Trip
Date: April 25, 2027
Location: To be Announced
Time: 4:00 – 8:00 pm (Time subject to change)
Handmaidens
Date: November 14, 2026
Location: Marycrest (Culver City, CA)
Time: 4:30 – 8:30 pm*
Handmaidens Advent Day of Prayer
Date: December 19, 2026
Location: Sacred Heart Retreat House
Handmaidens
Date: February 20, 2027
Location: Casa Convent (Duarte, CA)
Time: 4:30 – 8:00 pm (Time subject to change)
Handmaidens
Date: March 20, 2027
Location: St. Philomena (Carson, CA)
Time: 5:00 – 9:00 pm (Time subject to change)
Handmaidens Beach Trip
Date: April 25, 2027
Location: To Be Announced
Time: 4:00-8:00pm (Time subject to change)
If you are unsure if these events are for you, or simply wish to explore your faith more, please listen to some of our specially selected talks from past retreats!
General Handmaidens Evening Schedule:
| 4:30 pm | Salve and Vespers |
| 5:00 pm | Dinner (Bring your own) |
| 6:00 pm | Spiritual Conference followed by small group discussion |
| 7:30 pm | Eucharistic Adoration |
For any questions or for more information, please contact us at heartofcarmel@csocd.com
Please fill out RSVP form for each event.