LaunchBreak vs CasaConnect

LaunchBreak’s inclusive networking platform is leading the charge to embolden and propel the women’s athletics community. Our free community and its programming are open to all generations of women, female-identifying individuals, and non-binary and gender non-conforming people who participate/d in women’s sports at the collegiate, national and/or professional level. Club athletes are welcome to join if there was no varsity alternative at the time, including athletes with disabilities. Members must be at least eighteen years of age to join. Our professional networking and shared-interest community has excellent resources, including access to mentors/executive coaches, a member-generated job board, industry talks with senior professionals as well as opportunities to meet for a game/workout. The platform includes current student-athletes, early-career to senior-level professionals, 150+ current/former pro athletes, 500+ mentors, and athletes who play/ed at 650+ universities.

CasaConnect: Bridging Church, Grounds, Ministries, and Retreats Experience the heart of Franciscan spirituality with CasaConnect, the new digital home of the Franciscan Renewal Center in Paradise Valley, Arizona. Rooted in the spirit of St. Francis and St. Clare, CasaConnect invites you to explore the richness of Catholic life through on-demand retreats, formation programs, livestreams, and vibrant community spaces — all in one easy-to-use app. Through this platform, the Casa offers a modern way to engage with its mission of spiritual renewal, healing and transformation, and service to others. Wherever you are, you can join the Casa community, grow in faith, and experience the peace that has drawn pilgrims to the desert for more than 70 years. Explore the beauty and depth of Franciscan life through programs such as St. Bonaventure: The Soul’s Journey into God, the first in a growing library of video retreats and spiritual courses. Or join our growing list of ministries beginning with Faith Formation or Tau Society to connect with others seeking to live the Gospel. Inside CasaConnect, you’ll find: •Premium video retreats and workshops filmed on campus •Active calendar of events across all areas of the Casa •Daily reflections and prayers rooted in the Franciscan tradition •Livestream Masses and events from Our Lady of the Angels Church With CasaConnect, you can engage with the Casa’s mission anytime, anywhere, and on any device. Whether you’re joining a virtual retreat, participating in online Mass, or sharing a reflection with others, the Franciscan spirit of hospitality and renewal is always within reach. If you’ve ever visited the Franciscan Renewal Center — or longed to — this app offers a new way to stay connected to its peaceful rhythms of prayer, learning, and community.