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Spring P.A.U.S.E. retreat: Christian Contemplative Prayer and Soul Care

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500 College Street Northeast, Olympia, WA, USA
Date
May 16 - 17, 2025

Retreat Highlights

  • Winter P.A.U.S.E. Retreat Highlights
  • • Deepen Your Understanding of Spiritual Formation
  • • Recognize the Manifestation of Spiritual Formation
  • • Explore Christian Contemplative Prayer
  • • Experience God in Nature

About this Retreat

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Details of this retreat

About our 4 Seasonal P.A.U.S.E. Retreats

(P.A.U.S.E.­—­Prayer and Understanding Silent Experiences)

We warmly invite you to our 4 seasons of P.A.U.S.E. retreats—sacred opportunities to appreciate the seasons, rest, reflect, and nurture your connection with God. These retreats center on Christian contemplative prayer, offering space for spiritual formation, soul care, holistic healing, and deepening faith. Guided by the words of Psalm 46:10, “...Be still, and know that I am God...,” our seasonal P.A.U.S.E. retreats explore unique aspects of spiritual growth and renewal.

While quiet moments of prayer are at the heart of our retreat, we also embrace times of fellowship, learning, and holistic nourishment—a rejuvenating pause amidst life’s busyness.

Spring P.A.U.S.E. retreat highlights
Our retreat, Christian Contemplative Prayer and Soul Care offers time to:

Understand the Connection Between Soul Care and Well-Being
Reflect on how caring for your soul contributes to your holistic well-being (3 John 1:2).
Embrace the Role of Soul Care in Daily Life
Explore the transformative power of Christian contemplative prayer and resting in God’s presence as essential elements of soul care (Psalm 23:2-3a).
Deepen Your Relationship with God Through Soul Care
Recognize how nurturing your soul fosters a closer more intimate relationship with God (Deuteronomy 4:29).
Experience God’s Presence in Nature
Participate in a shortened Forest Therapy walk, integrating Christian contemplative prayer with time spent in God’s creation (Romans 1:20).
(Note: You may sign up for full-length Forest Therapy walks on up-coming dates at St. Placid Priory.)

We invite you to join us this spring as we seek renewal, rest, and a deeper connection with God through the practice of Christian contemplative prayer and soul care. Join the sisters for evening prayers at 5 pm followed by dinner.

~Be blessed and strengthened in the stillness of God’s presence~

(Isaiah 30:15a; 2 Corinthians 3:17-18, NIV) Read More

Getting Here

Location icon St. Placid Priory, 500 College Street Northeast, Olympia, WA, USA

Directions

Traveling north from Portland, on I-5:
Take Exit 109
Turn left onto Martin Way at end of exit
Stay in the far right lane
Turn right at second light onto
College Street NE
Turn right at St. Placid sign
(second possible right turn)

Traveling south from Seattle, on I-5:
Take Exit 109
Turn right onto Martin Way at end of exit
Stay in the far right lane
Turn right at the light onto
College Street NE
Turn right at St. Placid sign
(second possible right turn) Read More

Accommodation

We have ten retreat bedrooms, most of which are equipped with two twin beds. The rooms may be shared if you are coming with a friend or partner, but generally there is just one person per room. Our building is set back among the trees so the rooms stay fairly cool. There is heat in each room for the colder nights. Each room has a sink, mirror, chair, desk, and small closet area. Towels and linens are provided, but please bring your own toiletries. Bathrooms are shared and showers are available. Retreatants are welcome to join the Sisters for Mass, Praise, and meals. There is wi-fi available in the Priory Library from 8:30am-8:00pm everyday. The Priory Store is also open on Fridays and Saturdays. Plenty of walking trails wind around the Priory's property and are open to retreatants. Spiritual Direction is available upon request at an additional charge.

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Venue & Amenities

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Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
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The Priory Spirituality Center is an ecumenical Christian ministry that encourages those of all faiths to discern the voice of God in their lives and in the world. A ministry of St. Placid Priory we reflect Benedictine values: peace, hospitality, community, learning and prayerful discernment.

We offer a peaceful and contemplative setting for personal reflection. We encourage and challenge people to know the presence of God in their lives through classes, workshops, retreats and individual spir Read More

Meals

Menu Types

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Includes Meat icon Includes Meat
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Gluten Free icon Gluten Free
Dairy Free icon Dairy Free
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On-your-own breakfast: Center Kitchen. Eggs, milk, bread, cereal, fruit provided. Your own food welcome, may be cooked in Kitchen. Lunch/Dinner served, main dish+salad bar. Sun coffee hour after Mass Read More

Customer Reviews

4.85 out of 5.0 average rating

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Contemplative Retreat
I have been to St Placid Priory several times. It is so peaceful and welcoming. I always come away feeling rested and cared for. This last weekend in Lent was just what I needed to refresh my Contemplative and centering prayer practice. I met and engaged with folks from other faith backgrounds and appreciated sharing our stories and experiences. I learned a lot. From walks in nature to delicious meals and comfy cozy accomodations, the retreat center calmed my weary heart. My only wish is that it lasted longer. The sisters are and support staff were so kind. Read More

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What a wonderful oasis!
Everything about the experience contributed to a deep sense of peace and renewal by the end of my stay. Room was immaculate and comfortable, infused with the spirit of its patron saint Gertrude. Meals with the sisters were delicious and engaging. Each sister I encountered showed an interest in me as an individual. Praying with the sisters was moving and established a calm, centered focus for the day. Read More

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One of my happy places
Just returned from an overnight retreat at St Placid. The accommodations were comfy and the food bountiful and good. Best part was being able to be in prayers with the sisters during the liturgy of hours as well as Sunday Mass, lived how welcomed I was made to feel at the Priory. I urge all people Catholic and non to try and spend a weekend there. Such a relaxing and powerful experience! Read More

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Restful Reflecting
What a privilege to be folded into the priory for a few day. To close out the noise of my daily life with good rest, prayer, reflection, spiritual direction and a welcoming community. Thank you for opening your center to be a healing haven for me! I hope to return. Read More

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Disappointed with the experience
Regarding my experience, unfortunately both my in person interaction and emails felt unwelcome and came across rude. I understand that tone can sometimes be misinterpreted, but the overall approach didn’t feel warm or professional. I was not able to relax or find peace here. Did not enjoy my stay Read More

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Available Dates
May 16 - 17, 2025
  • $235.00
    Single Occupancy, 1 person
  • $395.00
    Double occupancy, shared room
  • $150.00
    Commuter, presentations, and meals
  • $120.00
    Commuter, only presentation

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