Opportunities for Individuals
Jesus took time away from the crowds and active ministry for prayer, teaching us how important it is to have time for quiet and solitude. The beautiful grounds and peaceful environment of the Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center foster a contemplative atmosphere conducive to prayerful attention to God.
For individuals who seek to deepen their faith life, we offer the following opportunities:
Private or Directed Retreats
A Private Retreat is a time of silence and solitude in order to seek God in prayer. The silence and unstructured time provide an “empty space” in which one can slow down and spend leisure time with our loving Creator. Simple yet comfortable accommodations allow retreatants to rest and pray without the usual distractions of daily life.
In addition to prayer and reflection, private retreat guests often enjoy reading, journaling, strolling our lovely grounds, and visiting the monastic chapel. Retreatants are welcome to join the monastic Community for the Liturgy of the Hours and Eucharist. Meals are served cafeteria-style and a silent dining area is provided.
In a Private Directed Retreat the retreat guest has an additional opportunity to meet daily with a spiritual director who may offer suggestions for reading and reflection during the time of retreat.
Please call the Retreat Center office at (256) 734-8302 for more information or to schedule a private retreat.
Private Retreats: $75 first night, $50 each additional night. Meals are included.
Directed Retreats: $105 first night, $80 each additional night. Meals are included.
Spiritual Direction
Spiritual Direction is an opportunity for faith development and spiritual growth under the on-going guidance of an experienced director. Times and sessions are scheduled in consultation with the director. Please call (256) 734-8302 for scheduling information.
Donation: At least $30 per session
Spiritual Directors: Sister Mary McGehee, OSB; Sister Kathleen Gallas, OSB; Sister Priscilla Cohen, OSB
Bodywork
In addition to spiritual direction, Sister Mary McGehee offers massage, healing touch, and/or yoga.
Two hour session with spiritual direction and bodywork: $100; One full hour body massage: $60. Call (256) 736-5820 to schedule with Sister Mary.
Yoga classes
Mondays, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
January 4 - May 17, 2010
Sister Mary McGehee, OSB; (256) 736-5820
Cost: $50 each 6 week session
Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center
Telephone: (256) 734-8302
E-mail: retreats@shmon.org