ISP Milwaukee
“Before I went on this retreat I felt very alone in my recovery.
Now I feel loved and cared for.”
-ISP participant
About Us
ISP Milwaukee is staging a comeback! From 2009-2020, ISP provided overnight retreats that attended to the spiritual needs of Milwaukeeans recovering from addiction and homelessness. In 2026, we are onboarding new volunteers and seeking partnerships with agencies serving people who are unhoused and/or managing substance use. As one of over 20 cities within the ISP Network, we are excited to bring more experiences of love, hope and healing to the Milwaukee area!
Events
October 2026: ISP Milwaukee took a break from cheering on the Brewers and formally celebrated its relaunch! The team and Advisory Council welcomed over 50 supporters, volunteers, alumni, and new friends to the Cathedral of St. John to find out what all the buzz is about. Guests got a firsthand look at icons painted by local friend and artist Jason Gonzalez during his journey through the Ignatian Exercises—what a treat to be surrounded by such beauty and inspiration for the evening! Jason, team member Cynthia, and advisory council member Carmen shared stories of their own transformations and how spirituality continues to play an important role in their healing. Finally, it wouldn’t be an ISP event without a small creative project, so guests were invited to paint a clay heart with a word of support for future ISP Milwaukee retreatants, which will be used on their first overnight retreats next spring. Thanks to all who came out to support ISP Milwaukee—we are so excited to be back!
Contact us
Contact usFor more information about joining ISP Milwaukee as a volunteer, general supporter, or partner agency, please contact
Shelly Roder
sroder@ispretreats.org
Community Partners
ISP is grateful for the many agencies, retreat centers, and parishes that are a part of our work including:
- Gesu Parish
- Guest House of Milwaukee
- Ignatian Spirituality Center Wisconsin
- Kinship Community Food Center
- Sojourner Family Peace Center
- Siena Retreat Center
…and many more! Interested in working with us? Contact us or read more about retreats and spiritual reflections here.
Alumni Voices
Many ISP participants become retreat witnesses, team leaders, and facilitators and are a part of the leadership opportunities offered by the ISP Network. We are so grateful for their authenticity and willingness to share their stories with the community! Check out our stories of hope and belonging here.
Join the Movement
All ISP programs are offered free of charge to participants and agencies. When you choose to support ISP Milwaukee, your donation funds programs in this community. Let’s do more together!
