The Fall Retreat For Women – 2026

Jeannine Peters received her certificate in Spiritual Direction through Divine Mercy University. She also holds a B.S. in Psychology from Bridgewater State College; an MA in Religion and Religious Education from Providence College; and an MA in Theology from The Catholic University of America. She is certified in Theology of the Body through the Theology of the Body Institute and is trained in Unbound Healing Prayer through Heart of the Father Ministries.

In addition to offering spiritual direction, Jeannine is an instructor at Divine Mercy University in the Spiritual Direction Certificate. She is a retreat leader and has been involved in various faith-based initiatives in her area. She is also a contributing author to various books and websites. 

Jeannine was a member of the Theology of the Body Foundation Board of Directors from 2018-2022 and Acting Chair from 2022-2024. Prior to that, she was a member of the Theology of the Body Institute Board of Directors from 2015-2018.

Prior to her decision to stay home and raise her children, Jeannine was a junior high school theology teacher at St. Mary’s Catholic School in Alexandria, VA. She also previously worked in public policy and as a spokeswoman at The National Council for Adoption in Washington DC.

Jillian Buhl is a passionate convert to the Catholic faith. She is deeply committed to helping people encounter Christ as a spiritual director, through small group ministry and hosting retreats. Jillian is married to Keith Buhl who endlessly supports her in her creative ways to let people know they are loved and that there is so much more to life! If you want to know more, join Jillian for a cup of coffee and find out why she is Joyfully Jillian.