Events

Monastic Wisdom for Everyone:  “Benedictine Peace.” Monasteries through the centuries have been known for many unique qualities—one of the most notable being that they are places of peace.  This retreat […]

This icon painting class is a unique blend of artistic discipline and spiritual tradition, welcoming participants of all skill levels into a space filled with quiet reverence and creativity.  Christine is […]

Cultivating Loving Presence: Spirituality, Science, and the Whole Human Being This retreat integrates contemplative neuroscience, human psychology, and the ancient wisdom of the Christian tradition to explore the daily cultivation […]

What if nothing is missing — except our presence? This four-day contemplative photography retreat is an immersion in sacred seeing. Drawing from the contemplative photography tradition of Miksang (“good eye”), […]

The Eight-Day Centering Prayer Dual Track Intensive / Post Intensive Retreat offered from Friday, September 11 - Friday, September 18, 2026, provides an opportunity to deepen the practice of Centering […]

Are you stuck, looking for a way in, unable to figure out how to proceed, wondering how to make a compelling read from the raw material that is your life? […]

Join the brothers in this time of complete silence, with no programs or spiritual direction offered and a reduced worship schedule. 7:00 a.m. Matins 11:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist 5:00 p.m. Vespers (No Diurnum or Compline during Contemplative Days) To register, please contact our Guesthouse Office by phone at 845-384-6660, ext. 3002 or email guesthouse@hcmnet.org.

The promptings of the Holy Spirit are available to us at all times and in all situations, but it is often difficult to listen, and to discern the will of God until we stop, let go of everyday distractions and stresses, and find time for silence and contemplation. Many Gospel accounts speak of Jesus going […]

Join Br. Bernard, the monastic community, and other monastery Associates for a time of retreat and reflection on Christian and monastic spirituality. This retreat is perfect for Associates wanting to get to know one another and the monastic community more deeply and also for anyone considering becoming an Associate! To register, please contact our Guesthouse […]

Led by Sr. Elizabeth Broyles, CMA Listen with the ear of the heart, Benedict counsels. Come for this time of deep listening for the movements of God’s Spirit in our lives through group spiritual direction. Powerful whether you are in transition or need a spiritual 100,000-mile check, each participant has an opportunity to speak and […]