The Episcopal Church's Duncan Center in Southeast Florida recently reopened its establishment as a rental facility for different events, retreats, and more. The Center partnered with the 'recognized institute of the Roman Catholic Church, Amoris Christi. 

Duncan Center, Amoris Christi Partnership

The Episcopal News Service recently announced the partnership between its Duncan Center and the Amoris Christi, both located in Delray Beach, Florida. As reported, the Center had numerous issues even before the pandemic. 

Over the years, the Duncan Center reportedly had 'maintenance and operational losses.' The rising costs and location of the establishment also added problems to the management team of the Center. 

By the time pandemic hit the country, the Duncan Center was forced to close down due to several canceled reservations in the facility. Due to the recurring issues that the church faced with the Duncan Center, the Bishop's Office reportedly had to act on it and do something to make the Center functional again. 

After some time, the bishop and the Executive Board agreed to have the Center partnered with one of the most notable organizations of the Roman Catholic Church, Amoris Christi. On Oct. 13, the church will be holding a celebratory event for the partnership of the two organizations. 

The event will begin at 5 p.m. and invite guests from all over Florida, including Bishop Joy Allapat of the Syro-Malabar Diocese, Bishop Eaton, and Bishop Gerald Barbarito of the Diocese of Palm Beach. 

Open for Rental Services

According to the same report, Karen Weeks, current president of the Duncan Center board, will handle all the inquiries and reservations on renting their facility. It was explained that congregations and churches could use the Duncan Center for different events if they have a reservation to use the facility. 

As reported, this was also the first time that the Center will be on 'sustainable financial footing' to help the facility operate at lower costs. 

Duncan Center

As per its website, the Duncan Center, also known as Duncan Conference Center, was first proposed on Jan. 15, 1984. That was when St. Paul's Episcopal Church gave five acres of land to the organization. 

After more than a year of construction, the Center finally opened to the public to "served as a tranquil and relaxing place for meetings and conferences for professionals who need to get away from life's daily routine." 

Over the years, the facility continued to prosper its name to locals and nearby churches. 

In 1989, the organization was able to stretch its land space to accommodate more people. In 2003, they established its first outdoor labyrinth, which was reportedly inspired by the masterpiece labyrinth in Chartres Cathedral in France. 

Amoris Christi

As explained in the report, the Amoris Christi is a group that believes in youth formation and allows young people to be trained to live a life of discipleship. The institute reportedly promotes programs to help youth decide about their religious vocation and other related subjects. 

Its website said that the organization wants to raise a world of 'true Catholic leaders.' 

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