Sister Margaret Picha SSND

Margaret is a School Sister of Notre Dame who (since 1970) has been in the ministry of spiritual and human development.  Her degrees in religious education
(emphasizing phenomenology) and human development allow her the background to assist others in integrating psychology and spirituality in their lives.  

She has also been involved in the training and
supervision of spiritual directors for more than 30 years.  Her experience in on-going formation in her Congregation and her interest in living a healthy spiritual human life giver her the ability to support many in their personal growth.

Margaret has recently completed 12 years as a
co-director of Wellsprings.

Brother Michael Laratonda  FMS

Michael is a member of the Marist Brothers of the Schools, a religious congregation dedicated to Christian education. 

Michael's background includes:  teaching at the secondary school and adult levels in the areas of English, theology, and film;  chaplaincy work in hospital and long-term-care facilities with elders;  retreat presenter and spiritual director;  workshop facilitator in the areas of psycho-spiritual development, prayer, sexuality, journaling, and dreams.  Michael's retreat work often uses the arts (film, poetry, etc.) to exemplify particular themes.

Michael has recently completed 12 years
as a co-director of Wellsprings.