Our Story

OUR HISTORY
Before SERC was founded, our camp was chartered by the Sisters of Social Service and was known as Camp Mariastella. The Sisters, who had been involved in youth camping since the 1930′s, founded Mariastella in 1941. Their values are consciously reflected in the spirit and program of SERC.

OUR STORY
St. Edward Retreat Center is a newly founded Catholic non-profit organization established in January 2020. The non-profit was spearheaded by the vision and generous donation from Kathie Lund.  She has been a supporter of Catholic retreats and summer camps for over 50 years.  She believes that the youth need outdoor experiences to ground their faith and share in the beauty of God in a natural setting.  Her vision to provide these expereriences for our youth is deeply appreciated.

A board of 21 directors has been assembled to lead SERC and its mission to provide Catholic retreats and summer camps to parishes and schools in Southern California.