Individuals who long for a space devoted to renewal, rest, and/or spiritual growth are invited to make a self-guided retreat here at St. Mary-on-the-Lake. Guests may visit for the day in a private room at the Peace & Spirituality Center or spend one or several nights as a guest in the home of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace.

A retreat offers a time and place to get away from the noise of our daily lives and busy world, to return to the source of inner peace and renewed commitment. It is an opportunity to refocus ourselves within divine loving embrace.

Gorgeous, wise land both roots the spirit of this place and provides chances to reflect outdoors. The eleven-acre grounds offer a prayer labyrinth, many trails including a Peace Path through the woods, a Meditation Garden, and a dock on Lake Washington. Retreatants may reflect in the chapel and read in the library.

Day retreatants may enjoy a variety of resources that are available at the Center: a prayer table, art supplies, singing bowls, yoga equipment, and a book nook.

Spiritual Direction may be available during your visit by prior appointment.

We ask a donation of $25 for a day retreat; however, scholarships are available for those for whom this expense poses a challenge.