Events

This retreat will introduce retreatants to the monastic theology of John Cassian, one of the most important monastic theologians of the early church, as laid out in his two most […]

  The Rule of Saint Benedict asks us to go inward and to cultivate a gentle pace and slow rhythm, listening not to external sounds but to God’s presence with […]

“Desde hace algunos decenios, esta edad de la vida concierne a un auténtico ‘nuevo pueblo’ que son los ancianos. Nunca hemos sido tan numerosos en la historia humana. El riesgo […]

Modern methods of “contemplative prayer” often emphasize apophatic spirituality: that is, on the experience of imageless, wordless rest in God’s Presence.  In this workshop we will explore ancient and modern […]

The goal of this retreat is to discuss the practice of discernment as taught by the Christian tradition.  Different methods of the discernment process will be discussed and exercises given […]

This retreat is open to artists at all levels, including beginners. Photographers, sculptors, and writers are also welcome to come and experience the colors and beauty of the high desert […]

As we walk together during these days of retreat, we will reflect on the different faces of poverty: the poor ones who surround our daily lives, nd the poor man […]

This non-directed retreat provides time to reflect on all God has given to us and to enjoy the festive celebration of Thanksgiving with the monastic community.   *If the event […]

On this first weekend of Advent, we will offer a potpourri of monastic insights, enabling participants to experience the Advent season as a time rooted in scripture, history, art, music, […]

El libro el Cantar de los Cantares en su capítulo 2 dice "Mi Amado es para mí, y yo para mi Amado". El retiro está basado en esta premisa de […]

On the Solemnity of Christmas, we first contemplate the mystery of the Word becoming Flesh. The liturgical celebration at the Abbey starts with First Vespers on Christmas Eve and ends […]

In this workshop, the rhythm of monastic prayer at Saint Andrew’s Abbey and the practice of lectio divina will help us to see more clearly the gifts with which we […]