Welcome to Benet House Retreat Center at St. Mary Monastery

Hiding Place: Come Away By Yourselves (Mark 6:31)
Jun
26
to Jun 27

Hiding Place: Come Away By Yourselves (Mark 6:31)

"Come, Away by Yourselves to a secluded place and rest a while." Have you ever wanted to run away and hide from life? The pace and stress of these times tend to wear us down. It’s more than normal to feel a bit overwhelmed with the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Dive into this scripture verse and feed your soul with encouraging words and a quiet, prayerful time for yourself. Find rest, rejuvenation, and a sense of inner wellbeing. Discover the place hidden within you, filled with Light, Love, and Peace.

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3-Day Silent Directed Retreat: "Be Still, and know that I am God” Ps. 46:10
Jul
16
to Jul 19

3-Day Silent Directed Retreat: "Be Still, and know that I am God” Ps. 46:10

Come and savor this silent, directed retreat. Meet daily with a spiritual director.  How can I be still with such a busy life? Where is God in the quiet and stillness? Find God within you in this experience of quiet and the practice of stillness. This retreat will enable you to practice ways of knowing God more deeply. Use silence to listen as the Spirit guides you and leads you ever closer to the Divine within you.

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Word and Image: An Examination of the Devotions and Depictions of Female Doctors in the Catholic Church
Aug
13

Word and Image: An Examination of the Devotions and Depictions of Female Doctors in the Catholic Church

  • Online via Zoom or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

6-Week Series, meets weekly on Thursdays: August 13th, 20th, and 27th, September 3rd, 10th, and 17th

This 6-week series will examine how works of art interpreted and promoted the spiritual teachings of saints Hildegard of Bingen, Catherine of Siena, Teresa of Ávila, and Thérèse of Lisieux. We will explore historical influences on female devotional experiences and discuss how artistic representations integrated the unique visions of these four female saints into broader Christian narratives.

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Chapters: A Weekend Writing Experience
Aug
14
to Aug 16

Chapters: A Weekend Writing Experience

Using Diane Millis’ book Re-Creating A Life, Learning How To Tell Our Most Life-Giving Story, you will discover the power of narrative storytelling in shaping how we perceive ourselves, and how we are perceived by others.

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Remembering Pope Francis: 3-Part Series
Feb
11

Remembering Pope Francis: 3-Part Series

  • Online or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Pope Francis was passionate about Christ and His Church; an advocate for peace and justice especially to the marginalized; and compassionate towards every person he met. Join Sr. Bobbi for a 3-part series which remembers Pope Francis by reflecting on his writing and papal documents.  

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Boundless Compassion Circles
May
13

Boundless Compassion Circles

  • Virtual and In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the Month

Compassion Circle is a gathering for anyone who has participated in a Boundless Compassion retreat or book study. There is sharing of compassion moments and then an insight on compassion presentation and discussion.

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Healing Relationships Through Nonviolent Communication
Apr
30

Healing Relationships Through Nonviolent Communication

As political polarization deepens across the country, many people are struggling to maintain meaningful relationships and respectful dialogue. This timely Zoom-based panel discussion will explore practical tools for rebuilding trust, strengthening communication, and bridging divides in our communities.

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Boundless Compassion Retreat
Apr
30
to May 3

Boundless Compassion Retreat

Optional Virtual Dates: May 16, May 30: 10 am - 12:30 pm (CT)
Optional Facilitator Training: June 13, June 27: 10 am - 4:00 pm (CT)

Trained facilitators lead this 3-part hybrid retreat that teaches practical ways to be a compassionate presence.

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Rock'N Retreat
Apr
25

Rock'N Retreat

 Join us for a morning of creativity and spiritual reflection during our Rock ‘N Retreat. This retreat combines the beauty of nature with our creative processes and inner reflection to enhance our understanding of God’s presence in our lives.

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The Thomas Merton Chapter Group
Apr
13

The Thomas Merton Chapter Group

  • Virtual or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Benet House is an official chapter of the International Thomas Merton Society (International Merton Society). The chapter meets monthly to read, discuss, and grow in the understanding of Merton’s life and writings. Videos, articles, books, speakers, and features from Tuesday With Merton are some of the resources used.

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