In our fast paced and always busy life, treat yourself to a spiritual break.  Enjoy the quiet and contemplative atmosphere of Benet House.  Bring comfortable shoes for a walk to the lake or through the woods, where deer, birds and turkeys may often be seen in their natural habitat on the beautiful property of our St. Mary Monastery.  Each day you will have an opportunity for communal prayers, Vespers with the Sisters, and time with a spiritual director.  Space is limited so register soon!!

Dates:  Sun. July 10 – Wed. July 13.

Time:  Arrival:  after 2 pm; Begins at 5:30 pm with Soup Supper – ends Wed. after lunch.

Spiritual Directors: Elaine Olson, Rick Davis, and staff.

Fee: Register and pay in full by June 30: $375 (private room, all meals and spiritual direction sessions). Registrations and payments after June 30: $390 (private room, all meals and spiritual direction sessions).

Elaine K Olson is a retired ordained pastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, a certified spiritual director, and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor.

Rick Davis is from Quincy, IL who is certified spiritual director.