Please click on our events to find out more about these retreats, which are sponsored by the Bon Secours Retreat and Conference Center. If you would like information about scheduling a group conference to come to our Center, please call 410-442-3120. Conferences are distinguished from retreats because the group comes to our center for the facilities, lodging and/or meals, but they have their own presenter and attendees. Retreats are events that we plan here at the Center and that are open to the public to attend.
To maintain an atmosphere of quiet relaxation, we are an adult-only Retreat & Conference Center. Our retreat and event registrations are only open to those who are 18 and over. Please also note that only certified service animals are permitted during your stay. Thank you.
For more details, additional programs and registration information please call: 410.442.3120
“Lent is a time for us to empty ourselves of worldly distractions and allow God to fill us with His love, His grace, and His peace.” ~St. (Mother) Teresa of Calcutta The Lenten Season is a fertile time to journey with Jesus in a meaningful way and to employ our … Continue reading
The Lenten journey is a rich invitation to listen more deeply to God’s call within and to respond more fully and freely with all of our being. The spiritual writer Henri Nouwen describes the spiritual life as being a movement out of the “house of fear into the house of … Continue reading
Thresholds of Our Lenten Journey Throughout the Gospel narratives, Jesus encounters significant thresholds that he must cross as he journeys to Jerusalem, and he invites his followers, who are sometimes reluctant, to accompany him. We also encounter important thresholds in our own lives. Through presentations, guided meditation, journaling, private time, … Continue reading
Uncovering the Mystery of an Ordinary Loaf Have you ever wondered about the origins of bread? Or, how and why bread has come to symbolize everything from nourishing sustenance and vitality to community, social connection, and cultural traditions? Overall, bread represents life itself to countless civilizations and religions, especially in … Continue reading
Soul Care of Self for Caregivers: A Bi-Monthly Spiritual Support Group on Zoom Scheduled for varying Saturdays every other calendar month (January, March, May, July, September, November), this two-hour online program is an invitation for caregivers of all types to converge and engage in a safe, sacred community and with … Continue reading
A Journey of Surrender and Spiritual Renewal Join us for a Lenten retreat designed to help you slow down, release burdens, and make space for God’s renewing grace. Through a gentle rhythm of guided meditation, breath prayer, reflective journaling, and mindful movement, we’ll explore what it means to surrender to … Continue reading
Jesus’ Healing Ministry of Forgiveness Like the people of Jesus’s time, we are astonished by the “great deeds” of his miracles and cures. But we may not focus as much on Jesus’ healing ministry — the times he reaches out to touch someone’s isolation and spiritual brokenness. Join us for … Continue reading
Praying with the Stations of the Cross…in a Little Different Way Visio Divina is a way of approaching what we see contemplatively — gazing on something and letting it gaze on us — and listening for God's invitations to us in the present moment through a process with a visual … Continue reading
Paradoxes are intrinsic to human existence and can lead to a deeper understanding of ourselves and the divine. We often hear paradoxical statements, such as “Out of mud, lotus flowers do grow” and “The last shall be first” and “The meek shall inherit the earth.” In a well-known story by … Continue reading
Reflecting on Lent through the Poetry of Mary Oliver "On the outskirts of Jerusalem, the donkey waited. Not especially brave, or filled with understanding, he stood and waited." ~Mary Oliver Have you ever wondered about the donkey who carried Jesus on that triumphant, palm-waving journey into Jerusalem? Was he merely … Continue reading
Laughter Is the Best Medicine Serious times demand humor as one critical means of coping. This April Fool’s Day, celebrate being a "fool for Christ's sake" (1 Cor. 4:10) as we consider the importance of humor in a wholistic way as an integral part of our life's journey. There will … Continue reading
Were You There: Following Jesus from the Upper Room to the Empty Tomb During the three days of the Triduum retreat, we will follow Jesus’ journey of crucified love through imaginative, prayerful reflections and liturgical celebrations. In the Upper Room, he teaches us how to be a servant leader. In … Continue reading
Learning and Reverencing the Life, Language, and Spiritual Lessons of Trees Have you often wished to connect with nature on a deeper level? Do you already have a practice of spending intentional time in nature while gardening, hiking, or being active? Responses to these questions reveal a frequently-expressed desire — … Continue reading
Finding Strength for the Journey Come experience time away from the wilderness of widowhood and seek solace at a retreat that has been designed with you in mind. This retreat will aid you and encourage you to look forward and upward as you travel this widow’s walk and remind you … Continue reading
Mentorship & Motivation UNLOCKED! Change can be challenging — but it’s within reach! In this empowering retreat day, participants will reflect on their personal journeys, identify the key people in their stories, and explore how each one contributes to their growth. Together, we’ll define what meaningful change looks like and … Continue reading
