Guests & Retreats
Hospitality is essential to the nature of Christian life. At Bethlehem Cloister, we keep 2 guest rooms. Retreats for clergy and lay people are offered from 6th month through 10th month (June - October).

For those seeking a deeper connection with God, we welcome guests of all faiths to come to the quiet and experience stillness, recollection and peace.

We suggest a donation of $50 a night per person. However, those unable to donate that amount can offer what they are able. Simple meals are included.

Our unprogrammed retreats provide time for contemplation and opening to a deeper awareness of God in our abundant natural surroundings.

Be still and cool in thy own mind and spirit from thy own thoughts, and then thou wilt feel the principle of God...        –George Fox, 1658.

Guests may take part in our community life of prayer and work on the farm. The daily rhythm of silent worship, prayer, work, sacred reading, and shared silent meals encourage reflection on how to integrate contemplation into daily life.

Drawing inspiration from monastic wisdom which structures the life of the community, guests come to know that solitude is not lonely, silence is not empty and that Divine companionship can be realized in stillness.

Contact us to schedule a retreat.