In the spirit of the Western tradition, A Catholic Rendezvous seeks to gather Catholic adults of like faith and mind to discuss a variety of topics, enjoy good food and drink, worship together, and experience the majesty of God’s country here in Wyoming. While enrollment as a fulltime WCC student is limited to 18-year olds, adults can now experience life at the nation’s newest and fastest growing Catholic college. And since WCC has a national outreach, you will meet new friends from around the country who share your love of Christ, learning and the great outdoors.

But reserve your spot today – space is limited and we expect this first year to fill very quickly.

Your Hosts
WCC President, Rev. Robert Cook will welcome you to Lander, WY and be your host for the duration of your stay. Other administrators will be present throughout the weekend to answer any questions you may have about the College. And best of all, several current WCC student “ambassadors” will be serving you throughout the conference: assisting with transportation, leading outdoor excursions, and helping you with your homework.

Daily Schedule
Your time at the Catholic Rendezvous will be part vacation, and part adventure – in the pursuit of wisdom! Each morning will begin with Holy Mass and breakfast. The rest of the morning will feature 2-3 seminars based on a specific Great Books reading selection (you will be sent the material in advance of the Rendezvous). After a gourmet lunch, various outdoor adventure options will allow you to experience the grandeur of Wyoming, truly God’s country. Evenings will feature outstanding meals, choice wines, and fellowship, followed by a keynote presentation and discussion. Plenty of “down time” is built into the schedule to allow participants to pace themselves during their time at the conference. And don’t worry about stuffy lectures or cocktail receptions: this is Wyoming. You can be as casual as you prefer. We’re quite sure you’ll want to stay a few extra days come Sunday!

Academic Study
Sadly, many adults choose to stop learning after earning their degree. But life is fullest when we stimulate our minds and learn to be better disciples of Christ. Come experience the flavor of authentic liberal arts education. You will be instructed by WCC faculty and nationally-known guest lecturers. The reading selections will be sent prior to the conference. The course material will be academically accessible for any college graduate.

Spiritual Component
WCC is authentically Catholic in every respect. Your time at the Rendezvous will be wrapped in spiritualitly – just like the life of a WCC student. From daily Mass and prayer to the inclusion of Faith topics in academic study to the presence of our Chaplain for confession and spiritual direction, you might think of the Rendezvous as a mini-retreat in some respects.

Accommodations and Meals
Accommodations will be provided at Lander’s newest hotel, Holiday Inn Express, opened in December 2009. Meals will range from an opening night authentic Western barbeque at the President’s house, to an elegant five course grand banquet on the final evening.

Leading the Restoration of Christian Culture  – August 12-15, 2010
This Rendezvous is meant for CEO’s, owners, senior managers, directors of organizations, and Christian leaders. Today's leaders understand that the future of our country, church and corporations depends upon the survival of Western Civilization which historically means Christian culture.  As Our Lord describes in the Parable of the Sower, the seeds of Christ's love will only grow in a certain soil that is cultivated by the values, literature, philosophy, art, architecture and religion of a Christian culture.  The restoration of the culture demands physical, moral and spiritual leadership that imitates Christ in all things.  How can we restore Christian Culture in our families, communities and business organizations?  What is the essence of Christian Culture?  What shapes the heart and imagination of future Christian leaders?  Presentations will be based on the seminal work of Dr. John Senior in his acclaimed book The Restoration of Christian Culture.  Keynote presentations will be provided by Bishop James D. Conley of the Archdiocese of Denver, Dr. Robert K. Carlson, WCC's Dean, and WCC Professor Herbert B. Mosher.  (All former students of Dr. Senior.) Optional outdoor adventures include a guided day hike, horseback riding or fly fishing.  The conference fee of $1,250 per person ($2,150 per couple) for the 4 day event is all inclusive.  Conference registration is limited to 24 attendees.