1852 The Congregation of the Sisters of the Incarnate Word and Blessed Sacrament came to Brownsville, Texas to establish the order in America.
1871 The Sisters arrived in Corpus Christi and served in a variety of educational and spiritual ministries.
1964 The Sisters received the Bluntzer homestead and the adjoining property as a bequest in Fannie Bluntzer Nason's will.
1996 The Sisters reviewed ways to continue to engage in viable ministry. Criteria included fidelity to the mission of the congregation and the wise use of resources.
1997 A feasibility study for the expanded use of the property was completed. The study indicated a definite need for a Catholic retreat facility for the people of South Texas. A conceptual plan was drawn up and a proposal to develop the property was approved.
2000 A covered pavilion and a number of campsites were completed. Articles of Incorporation were filed for the Fannie Bluntzer Nason Renewal Center, Inc.
2001 A clear title to the Bluntzer property was received, Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws were officially adopted.
2002 Fannie Bluntzer Nason Renewal Center, Inc. was included by the Diocese of Corpus Christi in the Official Catholic Directory, giving the corporation 501 (c)(3) status.
2003 The Sisters established a Board of Directors with delegated responsibilities to develop the renewal center plans to serve the mission. Specific directions included plans which use environmentally friendly and functionally efficient construction.
2007 FBNRC, Inc. Board of Directors began doing business as "The Spirit Center".
2009 A strategic planning process conducted by Richardson Philanthropy Consultants, and a second feasibility study by Dini Partners were conducted. The architectural plans by CLK Architects and Associates were completed in preparation for the Capital Campaign.
2011 Fulton Coastcon selected and awarded the construction contract to build the facility.
Milestones in Fannie Bluntzer Nason Renewal Center, Inc.'s History
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