Benedictine Retreat Centers
Benedictine retreat centers follow the Rule of St. Benedict, offering a peaceful environment for prayer, work, and reflection. Visitors can experience the rhythm of monastic life, characterized by hospitality and a deep sense of community. These centers provide a welcoming space for spiritual renewal and quiet contemplation.
- AL: Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center
- AR: Coury House Retreat and Conference Center
- CO: Benet Hill Monastery
- ID: Monastery of Saint Gertrude
- IL: Benet House Retreat Center
- IN: Benedict Inn – Our Lady of Grace Monastery
- IN: Kordes Center
- KS: Sophia Center
- LA: Christian Life Center
- MN: The Spirituality Center at Saint Benedict’s Monastery, St Joseph
- MN: Center for Spirituality and Enrichment
- MN: Abbey Guesthouse, Spiritual Life Program – Saint John’s Abbey
- MN: The Benedictine Center of St Paul Monastery
- MO: The Conception Abbey Guest Center
- NM: Monastery of Christ in the Desert
- NE: Spirituality Center Immaculata Monastery
- NE: Saint Benedict Center Christ the King Priory
- SD: Benedictine Peace Center
- WA: The Priory Spirituality Center
Jesuit Retreat Centers
Jesuit retreat centers are rooted in the Ignatian tradition, guiding individuals through the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. These retreats emphasize finding God in all things through guided meditation, silence, and spiritual direction. They are designed to help guests deepen their faith and discern their life’s purpose.
- CA: Jesuit Retreat Center of Los Altos
- CA: Loyola Institute for Spirituality
- CO: Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat House
- GA: Ignatius House Retreat Center
- IA: Creighton University Retreat Center
- IL: Bellarmine Jesuit Retreat House
- IL: Loyola University Retreat and Ecology Campus
- LA: Jesuit Spirituality Center
- LA: Manresa House of Retreats
- LA: Our Lady of the Oaks Retreat House
- MA: Campion Renewal Center
- MA: Eastern Point Retreat House
- MD: Loyola Retreat House
- MI: Manresa Jesuit Retreat House
- MN: Demontreville Jesuit Retreat House
- MN: Loyola Spirituality Center
- MO: Ignatian Spirituality Center
- MO: White House Jesuit Retreat Center
- NJ: Loyola House of Retreats
- OH: Jesuit Retreat House of Cleveland
- OH: Jesuit Spiritual Center
- PA: Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth
- SD: Sioux Spiritual Center
- TX: Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House
- WI: Jesuit Retreat House on Lake Winnebago
Franciscan Retreat Centers
Franciscan retreat centers embrace the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi, focusing on simplicity, joy, and a deep connection with creation. These centers often emphasize environmental stewardship and peacemaking as part of the spiritual journey. Guests are invited to find rest and inspiration in a setting that honors the beauty of the natural world.
- AZ: Franciscan Renewal Center
- CO: The Franciscan Retreat Center
- DC: THE HERMITAGE AT FRANCISCAN MONASTERY
- FL: The Franciscan Center, Tampa, FL
- IA: Shalom Spirituality Center, Dubuque, IA
- ME: Franciscan Guest House
- MN: Franciscan Retreats and Spirituality Center
- MO: IL RITIRO Franciscan Retreat Center
- MI: FRANCISCAN LIFE PROCESS CENTER
- ND: FRANCISCAN RETREAT AND CONFERENCE CENTER
- NY: Mt. Irenaeus Franciscan Mountain Retreat
- PA: Franciscan Spiritual Center, Aston, PA
- WI: Franciscan Spirituality Center, La Crosse, WI
Buddhist Retreat Centers
Buddhist retreat centers provide a serene setting for meditation, mindfulness, and the study of the Dharma. Practitioners of all levels can engage in silent retreats, guided teachings, and communal practice. These centers offer a supportive environment to cultivate inner peace, compassion, and spiritual awakening.