Help for everyone to discover the spiritual path for themselves through the 12 steps of recovery. This retreat is especially helpful for participants in 12-step programs.

The Franciscan Friars and Sisters of the Atonement are dedicated to prayer for Christian Unity. This special time in the life of the Church will be celebrated at Graymoor in a variety of ways. For a schedule of events at Graymoor, visit: www.graymoorcenter.org

A retreat that brings together alcoholic men in recovery to share in prayer and reflection to further open the spiritual path to recovery. The retreat is based
upon the spirituality of Alcoholics Anonymous.

A retreat for women in recovery with emphasis on enhancing their pirituality and sober way of life. It is intended to foster spiritual recovery as suggested by AA’s 12 step recovery program.

(Surviving Our Alcoholic Relationships)
A weekend focusing on the spirituality of the Al-Anon program and how it applies to those in a relationship with an alcoholic.

This retreat will be designed to assist you in discovering your inner artist. No art experience necessary just a willingness to explore the artist that resides within you.
$50 9a.m. - 4p.m.

A weekend for men and women
recovering from drug addiction; named for the “Junkie Priest,” the late Father Dan Egan. SA.

A retreat that brings together alcoholic men in recovery to share in prayer and reflection to further open the spiritual path to recovery. The retreat is based upon the spirituality of Alcoholics Anonymous.

Time for prayer and reflection as
the church celebrates “The Three Days” and Easter. Arrive anytime on Spy Wednesday (or later, as necessary); return home after dinner on Easter Sunday. ($300 per person, single occupancy; $250 per person, double occupancy).

A retreat for women in recovery
with emphasis on enhancing their spirituality and sober way of life. It is intended to foster spiritual recovery as suggested by AA’s 12 step recovery program.

An opportunity to inaugurate Older Americans Month and reflect on one’s relationship with God and with other people. Arrive Tuesday at 3:00 PM and return home Friday after lunch. ($130.00 per person, single or double occupancy)

A weekend of Al-Anon meetings,
fellowship and relaxation (Al-Anon members will facilitate
the entire weekend).

This retreat will focus on the use of Centering Prayer but also allows you time to experience various prayer styles and meditation. For those in recovery working on the 11th step, this retreat might be useful.

A retreat for men seeking a deeper understanding of God in their lives. This year’s retreat will consider the basic spiritual questions that can lead to essential truths for the lives of
Men in God.

A retreat for Spanishspeaking
alcoholic men with emphasis on the spirituality of Alcoholics Anonymous.

Time to experience various styles of prayer and meditation. For those in recovery working on the 11th step, this retreat might be useful.

Help for everyone to discover the spiritual part of themselves (especially participants in 12-step programs).

A weekend specially designed for
people living with HIV/AIDS.

A retreat that brings together alcoholic men in recovery to share in prayer and reflection to further open the spiritual path to recovery. The retreat is based upon the spirituality of Alcoholics Anonymous.

A retreat for women in recovery with emphasis on enhancing their spirituality and sober way of life. It is intended to foster spiritual recovery as suggested by AA’s 12 step recovery program.

An opportunity to celebrate life, enjoy the fall colors, and reflect on one’s relationship with God and others. Arrive Tuesday at 3:00 PM and return home on Friday after lunch. ($130.00 per person, single or double occupancy)

This retreat will explore the lives
and the writing of the two most known influences of the Franciscan tradition, St. Francis and Clare. It will focus on living a simple life today as a way of peace making in our world.

Spend an autumn weekend photographing outdoors and exploring your spiritual and creative side where nature serves as a source of inspiration and enlightenment. Especially beneficial for people in recovery. (spend another day, departing Mon. Oct. 8, for an additional $65).

A weekend for married couple to explore their relationship and deepen their love
for each other.

(Surviving Our Alcoholic Relationships) A weekend focusing on the spirituality of the Al-Anon program and how it applies to those in a relationship with an alcoholic.

A retreat for women in recovery
with emphasis on enhancing their spirituality and sober way of life. It is intended to foster spiritual recovery as suggested by AA’s 12 step recovery program.

A retreat that brings together alcoholic men in recovery to share in prayer and reflection to further open the spiritual path to recovery. The retreat is based upon the spirituality of Alcoholics Anonymous.

Explore together what triggers a relapse. Through this retreat learn the necessary tools to prevent a relapse. How can the underlying spirituality help? How does it all go together? This retreat will not prevent a relapse but will give you insight and skills that can help. (Space is limited.)

Celebrate advent by joining this
retreat and preparing a place for our Savior to be born. The Franciscan legend of the stable will be at the heart of this retreat. Come and reflect on the Graymoor collection of nativities. Participants will be encouraged to make their own nativity set and a dwelling place for the Lord.

A Franciscan celebration of the Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ.

Begins with First Vespers of Christmas and procession to the outdoor crèche; continues with a festive Christmas Eve dinner and concludes after the Mass at Midnight. ($60.00 per person, $100 per couple).

An opportunity to give thanks to God for blessings received during the past year and to ask for continued blessings in the New Year. Includes optional interfaith prayer service for peace at the nearby Chuang Yen Buddhist Monastery.

Begins with First Vespers, includes a festive New Year’s Eve dinner and exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, and concludes with a torchlight procession at midnight and the First Mass of the New Year. ($60.00 per person, $100 per couple)

Year-round opportunities — usually weekdays, but occasionally weekends — to relax, reflect, read, and pray on a space-available basis. $75 per person, per day (includes three meals and overnight accommodations).