Guest Experiences

Stories of Renewal, Rest & Sacred Encounter

From quiet personal retreats to transformative group gatherings, hear how Heritage has touched the hearts of those who have walked these sacred grounds.

Hear Their Stories

Listen to Guest Experiences

Heritage through the eyes of those who've walked these grounds — in their own words.
Women's Retreat
"I Found a Peace I Didn't Know I Needed"
A first-time visitor shares how a weekend at Heritage brought unexpected clarity and renewal.
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Catherine M.
Women's Retreat, March 2026
Group Retreat
"Our Team Left Transformed"
A parish group leader describes how Heritage strengthened their community's bonds through shared prayer and fellowship.
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Deacon Mark R.
Parish Group, January 2026
Family Reunion
"History Brought Our Family Together"
A family of 25 recounts how walking the historic grounds and attending Mass in the Church of the Purification created lasting memories.
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The Williams Family
Family Reunion, Fall 2025

Guest Stories

Journeys of Renewal

Every guest arrives with a different need. These stories follow visitors from arrival to the lasting impact Heritage left on their lives.

OUR MISSION

At Heritage, our mission is to provide a welcoming Catholic environment that invites people to experience faith, history, and beauty.

Board & Staff

Millie BrowningMillie Browning
Millie Browning
Treasurer
Retired Finance Manager, Christ Our King and Savior Parish
Lisa ChurchfieldLisa Churchfield
Lisa Churchfield
President
Chick-fil-A, Retired
Dr. Elizabeth CoeDr. Elizabeth Coe
Dr. Elizabeth Coe
Secretary
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Oconee Valley Healthcare
John Ryan DuffeyJohn Ryan Duffey
John Ryan Duffey
Vice President
President, J. Ryan Duffey Architect, Inc.
Catherine FussCatherine Fuss
Catherine Fuss
Faith-Based Program Coach
Kristen Gibbs, MRPLKristen Gibbs, MRPL
Kristen Gibbs, MRPL
Freelance Writer
Sally KazinSally Kazin
Sally Kazin
Spiritual Director
Deacon Rick MedinaDeacon Rick Medina
Deacon Rick Medina
Chief Advancement Officer, Office of Mission Advancement, Archdiocese of Atlanta
John MountJohn Mount
John Mount
Chief Commercial Officer, Q Mixers
Michele McHale PickardMichele McHale Pickard
Michele McHale Pickard
Ministry Lead: Catechesis and Certification, Office of Evangelization and Discipleship, Archdiocese of Atlanta
Tripp TillerTripp Tiller
Tripp Tiller
American Airlines, Retired
Fr. Mark WhiteFr. Mark White
Fr. Mark White
Fr. Mark ThomasFr. Mark Thomas
Fr. Mark Thomas
Fr. Michael SillowayFr. Michael Silloway
Fr. Michael Silloway
Fr. Rey PinedaFr. Rey Pineda
Fr. Rey Pineda
Fr. Bryan KuhrFr. Bryan Kuhr
Fr. Bryan Kuhr
Fr. Valery AkohFr. Valery Akoh
Fr. Valery Akoh
Fr. Brian BuffordFr. Brian Bufford
Fr. Brian Bufford
Fr. Paul MoreauFr. Paul Moreau
Fr. Paul Moreau
Msgr. Richard LopezMsgr. Richard Lopez
Msgr. Richard Lopez
Fernanda AldredgeFernanda Aldredge
Fernanda Aldredge
Director of Hospitality
Norm AldredgeNorm Aldredge
Norm Aldredge
Executive Chef
Michael BarryMichael Barry
Michael Barry
Executive Director
Ginger DiMascioGinger DiMascio
Ginger DiMascio
COO
Kathy McCormickKathy McCormick
Kathy McCormick
Ministry and Program Coordinator
Nolan McGinleyNolan McGinley
Nolan McGinley
Marketing and Guest Services Associate
Betsy OrrBetsy Orr
Betsy Orr
Founder & CEO
Sam ScottSam Scott
Sam Scott
Facilities Technician
Brad ScottBrad Scott
Brad Scott
Director of Facilities

Your Journey Into Renewal
Starts Here

We’re honored to walk alongside you—whether you’re planning a retreat, exploring our historic grounds, or supporting our mission. However you choose to connect with Heritage, we’re excited to welcome you to a place of peace and purpose.