Programs

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 if you choose that option.

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!

Spiritual Direction is a way of extending a"sustaining, welcoming environment: within a one-on-one relationship. It is a dynamic process where one can listen to self in order to reflect on life's questions in light of our Gospel call. Sessions typically last one hour. Multiple sessions can be scheduled. Read about our […]

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 at 360-438-2595. The purchaser registers for the Gift Certificate--and later, the recipient can call to register for the particular program or retreat desired.

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

Prayer Practices is a 2 years (20 sessions -40 hours) certificate program to explore a wide variety of ways to approach a prayerful life. You will  learn to connect with the sacred in diverse ways in order to help guide others. If you are a spiritual director, pastor, counselor or work in a ministry, different […]

Curves This Wednesday morning series of Zentangle classes explores the beauty and versatility of C-curves and S-curves. These simple strokes can become flowers, trees, water, clouds, or anything your imagination discovers—even shapes that have no name at all! Zoom only Wednesdays in August 10:00–11:30 a.m. August 5 August 12 August 19 August 26 Sister Monika […]

Deepen your Centering Prayer practice in an atmosphere of silence and community, away from the busyness of daily life, and allow your mind, body and spirit to surrender to God’s presence and action within. This retreat will be an opportunity for you to deepen your Centering Prayer practice moving towards greater silence, solitude and simplicity. While some […]

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) Step into the healing presence of God through Forest Bathing, a gentle, contemplative walk in nature. Surrounded by the beauty and stillness of the forest, […]

Prayer and work are key to St. Benedict’s way of life. We will begin by prayer, reflection and discussion comparing Benedict’s and our current understanding of planet earth and how we can care for it. After Noon praise and lunch with the Sisters, we will work outside and return inside to wrap up. This program […]

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) Step into the healing presence of God through Forest Bathing, a gentle, contemplative walk in nature. Surrounded by the beauty and stillness of the forest, […]

Do you yearn for rest, prayer and nurturing in your busy schedule? What would your life look like if you gifted yourself or a loved one two 2-night stays at the Center, along with six day retreats throughout the year? Silence, spiritual direction and Lectio Divina are available to aid your reflection. Every Third Thursday […]

Unique to the Celtic lands was the ancient monks’ use of small hand bells, many of which have – astonishingly – survived into our time, largely due to the reverence with which they were held. Through stories of miraculous bells and a modern replica, we will listen for what is stirring within and what might […]

Aging Gracefully Join us for a day retreat of exploring what it means to age well. In the contemplative spirit of creativity and love, we want to discover joy in the aging process. Through the use of artwork and poetry, words and research, we will look at aging in its beauty and losses. We address […]

Waiting with Hope: An Advent Journey to the Incarnation Week 1: – Listen                                     With Sr. Laura Swan "Listen with the ear of your heart." (Prologue) Theme of vigilance and waiting / Trust in God’s promises Practice: interior stillness […]