About Our Group...
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Who are Matt Talbot Group 42 members?
We are a group of men (Group 42 is a men-only group) who, like dozens of other Matt Talbot groups across the country, hold retreats that serve to further strengthen our foundation of recovery from alcohol and/or other substances. Generally speaking, individual Matt Talbot groups consist of members from similar locations; the majority of Group #42’s membership reside in northern and central New Jersey.
How can I join Matt Talbot Group 42?
Anyone in recovery who attends a Matt Talbot Group #42 retreat for the first time and does not belong to another group qualifies for membership. Each member receives his own registered number, as well as a medallion signifying this membership. Once you are a Matt Talbot Group #42 member, you are forever welcome as a lifetime member of our brotherhood.
What if I belong to another Matt Talbot Group, can I still attend?
If you joined a different group in the past you can still attend our retreats. This can happen due to schedule conflicts where members can't make their regular group and still want to attend a retreat. Another example is if they moved away or changed sponsors to a group #42 member. All are welcome to our retreats.
How often does Matt Talbot Group 42 hold retreats?
Our retreats are held twice per year, typically in June and November.
Where are Matt Talbot Group 42 retreats held?
For the foreseeable future, our retreats are held at Sacred Heart Retreat Center in Newton, NJ. This is approximately a 60-minute drive from northern and central New Jersey.
How long are Matt Talbot Group 42 retreats?
Retreats last from Friday evening until Sunday morning. Although we don’t officially start until supper at 6:00pm Friday, many members arrive in the afternoon or early evening to get a head start on the weekend. On Sunday morning we fuel you with a good breakfast and a closing session and prayer. We’ll have you recharged and on the road by 10:30am.
What is the price for each retreat?
Each retreat costs range approx. $260 per person.
What is included for this price?
Included in this price are sleeping accommodations, all meals during your stay (dinner on Friday, three meals on Saturday, breakfast on Sunday), coffee and tea throughout the day, a Saturday late-night snack and ice cream dessert, and the group’s payment to our retreat leader.
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Is assistance available for those with financial constraints?
Yes. Matt Talbot Group 42 regularly provides full or partial scholarships to new or existing members with financial constraints. Though we are fully self-supporting, we are far more concerned with your sobriety than with your money. Please do not hesitate to inquire about a full or partial scholarship.