by Maryville Retreat Center | Jan 16, 2026 | Featured Post, Uncategorized
A Valentine’s Gift That Lasts This Valentine’s Weekend, give each other the gift that lasts far beyond flowers and chocolates—time to reconnect, renew and rejoice together. About this Retreat in Holly, Michigan New Year, A New Renewal is a Christ-centered retreat...
by Nick Osantoski | Jan 15, 2026 | Featured Post, Uncategorized
As a parent with a loving wife and three young children, I often wonder what a single moment of peace truly looks like. In my desire to find quiet time and space to reflect on my own faith journey, I realize that life moves so very, very fast. I suspect this is a...
by Sister Noel Gabriel | Jan 15, 2026 | Featured Post, Uncategorized
As Coordinator of Hospitality Services here at Maryville Retreat Center, I often find myself reflecting on what the word hospitality truly means—for me and for each of our guests. The Oxford Dictionary defines hospitality as “the friendly and generous reception and...
by Sister Noel Gabriel | Jan 15, 2026 | Featured Post, Uncategorized
As I sat gazing out the windows at Maryville Retreat Center recently, I could not help but be deeply touched by the beauty and wonder of Lake Elliott. I had never noticed before how the waters respond and adapt to the varied weather conditions of the winter season. In...
by Maryville Retreat Center | Jan 2, 2026 | Featured Post, Uncategorized
About the Retreat In the quiet rhythm of prayer and reflection, God speaks to the heart. Maryville Retreat Center’s Directed Retreat Week offers a deeply personal, mostly silent experience designed to help you listen more closely to God’s invitation in your life. Who...
by Maryville Retreat Center | Dec 30, 2025 | Featured Post, Uncategorized
At Maryville Retreat Center, we believe that every Monday is an opportunity to pause, reset and reconnect with what truly matters. Slow Down and Breathe Take a moment to let go of last month’s rush. A few deep breaths, a short walk outside or even a mindful sip of...
