Program Listing Page

One-Day Personal Retreat

Open Dates
The Priory Spirituality Center

On a One Day retreat you will have a room to stay in and access to the Library, Center kitchen, and walking trails. Lunch is provided at no extra charge.

Meeting Space

Open Dates
The Priory Spirituality Center

Do you have a group that needs a space to meet in? Our conference rooms are available Monday through Saturday for programs, workshops, meditations, prayer meetings and more!

Gift Certificate

Open Dates

A gift purchased for someone you would like to bless with a retreat, program or spiritual direction.  Several options, listed at right, are available.  Contact the Center for more information. 360-438-2595

Private Overnight Retreat

Flexible Dates
The Priory Spirituality Center

 Spiritual Direction is available for an added cost. We […]

Lunch and dinner are also available for an added cost.

Group Retreat

Flexible Dates
The Priory Spirituality Center

Time away is important for our spiritual selves. When we take the time to deepen our faith and our relationship with God, we become better people and a stronger congregation. A silent retreat is purposeful discipline. Groups that have worked with us have provided a teaching at the introduction of the retreat, released the group […]

Zoom-Year 1 Listening with the Spirit 2025-2026

With Mary Pandiani, D. Min., MA, C.S.D and Monika Ellis, OSB, MA, Education

October 1, 2025 - April 29, 2026
The Priory Spirituality Center

The Priory Spirituality Center is opening registrations for Listening with the Spirit 2025-2026, a formation program for spiritual directors. Dr. Mary Pandiani and Sister Lucy Wynkoop will facilitate the spiritual direction formation program. If you have further questions, please contact Sister Lucy Wynkoop at 360-438-2595 or lucywynkoop@gmail.com. If you would like an interview, please register […]

Forest Therapy walks (Forest Bathing)

With Kathy Holley, -PhD

January 24, 2026
The Priory Spirituality Center

Forest Therapy walks (Forest Bathing) at St. Placid Priory “The Lord God made all kinds of trees grow out of the ground – trees that were pleasing to the eye…” (Genesis 2: 9a) Through Forest Bathing, often called Forst Bathing, we rest in God’s presence, immerse ourselves in nature, and receive its holistic benefits. Research […]

Hybrid: R.E.S.T Rest in God’s Presence and Word

With Kathy Holley, PhD

January 24, 2026
The Priory Spirituality Center

St. Placid Priory’s R.E.S.T. retreat invites you to slow down and encounter God through silence and Scripture. Meditate on God’s Word: reflect deeply on Scripture (Col. 3:16) Practice memorization: hide God’s Word in your heart. (Psalm 119:11) Be transformed by God’s Word: Renew your mind (Romans 12:2) Embrace God’s presence: Rest in silence, allowing God’s […]