BEYOND the WALLS: Entering Creation’s Cathedral

A Contemplative Retreat for Rest, Prayer, and Renewal

 Nestled in the quiet beauty of nature at St. Placid Priory, Beyond the Walls: Entering Creation’s Cathedral invites you to step away from the noise of daily life and enter a space of stillness in nature. Surrounded by trees and open air, you’ll be gently guided into a restorative rhythm of rest, reflection, and renewal for body, mind, and spirit. Rooted in the Christian contemplative tradition, this retreat offers a sacred approach to holistic wellness: one that flows from experiencing quiet presence with God. The retreat creates space for prayer, contemplative listening, journaling, and a renewed awareness of rest and well-being in God’s presence.

This Saturday retreat will include time outdoors beneath the trees, as well as opportunities to find your own quiet space in nature for rest and reflection. Indoor space will also be available for personal quiet time, if you prefer. Please dress comfortably and consider bringing a cozy blanket if you like. You are welcome to bring your own chair or use the Priory benches located at various places along the trails and throughout the property. In case of challenging, inclement weather, the retreat will be held primarily indoors.

The afternoon will include a guided Forest Therapy walk here at St. Placid Priory. This experience will invite you to slow down, become more present and immersed in nature. Our time in nature can help deepen our awareness of God’s invisible qualities (His eternal power and divine nature), which can be ‘seen’ through what he has made. (Romans 1:20)

We look forward to welcoming you to this time of rest and renewal.