Why should I go on a retreat?
Do you long for some quiet, some gentle conversation, and the gift of stepping out of the everyday?
You may be in need of a spiritual retreat.
Retreats have a long presence in the history of our Catholic Christian faith. Retreats offer one the opportunity to step back, to breathe, to listen for God, to discern, to prayer, to simply, be.
Retreats are varied in their format and timing, but the common factor in our tradition, is that they lead one to God.
Wisconsin offers a variety of retreat venues, including Benet Lake Retreat house, where we host the annual Women’s Retreat. Other spots include Siena Retreat Center in Racine, the Redemptorist Retreat Center in Oconomowoc, and the Jesuit Retreat House in Oshkosh. You can find a more complete listing here.
Retreats run the gamut from a one day long time of group or personal reflection on a theme to a month long Ignatian silent retreat! Most people opt for a weekend experience, which gives one the time to unwind and move into a prayerful mindset.