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A retreat is a period of time-a day, a weekend or longer-when a person or group of persons comes away from the routine of daily living to an atmosphere of quiet and peace. The purpose of a retreat is to foster an ongoing process of prayerful listening and responding to the Spirit of God in the contemporary world. This helps the individual experience a deeper commitment to God through spiritual growth and development of the whole person.

Private and Directed Retreats are available upon request and room availability. During a directed retreat (usually a six or eight-day period) a retreatant meets daily with a member of the spiritual director from the retreat staff. A private retreat is a period of solitude and prayer without spiritual direction. An individual directed retreat cost is $80/day; private retreat cost is $65/day.

Spiritual Direction (or spiritual companioning) is available for individuals who would like to meet periodically with a director in order to listen more attentively to God's communication in his/her prayer and life experiences. The Franciscan approach is Christ-centered. Spiritual direction is provided on a donation basis.

Group Spiritual Direction is for individuals who seek to share their stories and experiences of God in an atmosphere of prayer, support, discernment and openness to the Spirit.


Rates and Room Assignments

Rates are based on projected program and ministerial expenses. The weekend rate for double occupancy is $110 per person; for single occupancy, $140 per person. This includes a $25 nonrefundable deposit which should accompany your reservation.

Rates may vary for special programs and weekend retreats require a 10-day advance payment. In cases of financial hardship, please call about available scholarships for certain programs.

Room Assignments There are 15 single rooms and 23 double rooms. Single rooms will be assigned on first-come, first-served basis.

Weekend Schedule Registration and room assignments are Friday at 5 p.m., and the retreat closes at 11 a.m. on Sunday. The weekend usually includes: daily liturgy, conferences and discussion, time for communal and personal prayer, reflection, reading and relaxation. Individual consultation and the Sacrament of Reconciliation are available.