An individual may make a retreat at the Center for a few hours, for a few days, or for an extended period of time. During this time, the retreatant may meet with a spiritual director or just spend some time in personal prayer or quiet reflection.

This is a writing retreat for artists, activists, community organizers, scholars, educators, students, practitioners, and nonprofit leaders in the fields of restorative or transformative justice, criminal legal defense, justice studies (racial justice, gender justice, climate justice), or social justice advocacy who have a writing project of some sort—a book, thesis, dissertation, article, grant proposal, newsletter, exhibit copy—and could use concentrated time and space to work on it. Independent writing sessions will be punctuated by facilitated gatherings where participants will have the opportunity to connect, reflect, and support one another. There will also be opportunities for writing coaching with the retreat…

A directed retreat at St. Raphaela Center is a time of quiet in order to enhance attentiveness to God’s voice within you and in your life. A reverent silence is maintained throughout the Retreat Center at all times including during meals. Each retreatant meets with his/her director daily for approximately 45 minutes.  Each director possesses the necessary skills to guide their directees compassionately and peacefully, allowing them to listen to God’s voice and to journey closely with their loving God, both within the retreat setting and going forth into their daily lives.  The number, nature and length of periods of…

A Directed Retreat Weekend is a time of of prayer and silence to listen more deeply to the voice of God within, and to share what is heard during this silence with an experienced spiritual guide.  If you prefer not to meet with a Director during your retreat, please note it on your registration. Date: July 10-12, 2026 Time: Starting at 4:00pm; Ending July 12 after lunch

A directed retreat at St. Raphaela Center is a time of quiet in order to enhance attentiveness to God’s voice within you and in your life. A reverent silence is maintained throughout the Retreat Center at all times including during meals. Each retreatant meets with his/her director daily for approximately 45 minutes.  Each director possesses the necessary skills to guide their directees compassionately and peacefully, allowing them to listen to God’s voice and to journey closely with their loving God, both within the retreat setting and going forth into their daily lives.  The number, nature and length of periods of…

Retiro Ignaciano de 8 Días en Español Escuchando a Dios como Ignacio El Retiro Ignaciano de 8 días Escuchando a Dios como Ignacio es una experiencia profunda de encuentro con Dios que invita a entrar en un camino de silencio, oración y discernimiento inspirado en los Ejercicios Espirituales de San Ignacio de Loyola. Durante ocho días, los participantes se sumergen en un proceso espiritual más amplio que permite no solo “escuchar” a Dios, sino también reconocer su presencia activa en la propia vida, sanar la relación con uno mismo, y renovar el llamado a amar y servir. Este retiro está…

A directed retreat at St. Raphaela Center is a time of quiet in order to enhance attentiveness to God's voice within you and in your life. A reverent silence is maintained throughout the Retreat Center at all times including during meals. Each retreatant meets with his/her director daily for approximately 45 minutes. Our Spiritual Directors on staff will […]

A directed retreat at St. Raphaela Center is a time of quiet in order to enhance attentiveness to God's voice within you and in your life. A reverent silence is maintained throughout the Retreat Center at all times including during meals. Each retreatant meets with his/her director daily for approximately 45 minutes. Our Spiritual Directors on staff will […]