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Stillpoint Retreats

Stillpoint Retreats
Benedictine Sisters of Erie Stillpoint Retreats

About Stillpoint Retreats
Stillpoint retreats include a morning recitation, six blocks of 20-minute sits, interspersed with short meditative walks, a brief teaching from the Christian or Buddhist contemplative traditions, and ending with a closing prayer. Silence is observed throughout the day, including during breaks. Chairs, mats and cushions are provided, or participants may bring their own. 

The last 2026 retreat is scheduled for Saturday, December 5.

2027 Dates (all Saturdays):

  • January 2
  • February 6 
  • March 6 
  • April 3
  • May 1 
  • June 5 

Summer break - July and August 

  • Sept 11
  • Oct 2 
  • Nov 6
  • Dec 4

​​​Time: 9:15 am until 1:00 pm 
(sit starts promptly at 9:15am - new attendees please arrive at 8:45 am).  
Place: Benedictine Sisters Glinodo Conference Center, 6270 East Lake Road.  

Suggested donation: $25.00 (pay online, or bring cash or a check made out to Benedictine Sisters of Erie) 
   
Co-facilitators: Anne McCarthy, OSB; Julia Hamilton

If you have questions or would like to register, email [email protected]

To register click here or email [email protected] and include your name, contact details, and which sessions you will attend.

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