Retreats

Following the Benedictine tradition of ‘welcoming all as Christ’, we invite you to take time away from the busyness of everyday life and consider a retreat at the Community of Jesus, on the shores of Cape Cod Bay. We are privileged to share with our fellow pilgrims the beauty of Bethany and Paraclete Retreat Houses, and the Church of the Transfiguration, as hallowed spaces in which to find direction and renewal. In the setting of this monastic community, surrounded by simple beauty, and lovingly prepared meals, many have experienced God’s healing presence, peace, and strengthening Word.

3 Autumn Weekend Retreats
Lift Up Your Eyes

The fading light of autumn days is the backdrop—and a spiritual image—for 3 week-end retreats at the Community of Jesus on Cape Cod, MA. October, November, and December, though months of lengthening shadow, are annual prophets of a coming light that can neither be hindered nor hidden.

“Ring out the darkness of the land, ring in the Christ that is to be,” wrote Tennyson.* As we make our way to the close of the year, we listen for the ringing sound of God’s word, guiding us to the Light that shines in the darkness. * Alfred, Lord Tennyson, Ring Out, Wild Bells

On these retreats, we explore those biblical promises and principles that summon us every day: “Lift up your eyes.”

God’s Promise in the Darkness

“To give light to those who sit in darkness” – Luke 1:79

God’s Power in the Darkness

“The light shines in the darkness and the darkness has not overcome it” – John 1:5

God’s Presence in the Darkness

“We have seen a great light” – Isaiah 9:2

Gregorian Chant Retreats

The eloquent expression of Gregorian Chant is a musical icon of the Word of God.  It conveys holiness and lifts the heart, mind, and soul in prayer.

Each year we offer two Gregorian Chant Retreats, and all are very welcome – beginners as well as those already proficient in Gregorian Chant.

Click here for more about Gregorian Chant

Stay tuned for specific dates and details to follow in 2025.

Personal Retreats

We welcome you to join us for two or three days of personal retreat. You can choose to have a quiet, private time, or a directed retreat using materials provided at the Guest House. There are daily liturgies in the church in which you are invited to participate if you would like. Meals are prepared and served by the Sisters in the Guest House. If desired, spiritual direction is available.

Group Retreats

Paraclete Retreat House is a wonderful setting for a group retreat, with accommodation for overnights and meals, and spaces for teaching and conversation. Spiritual direction can be made available for individuals, and retreats can be designed according to particular goals and needs. All retreatants are invited to participate in the daily liturgies in the church. We look forward to welcoming you, and we pray that this opportunity to “come away” will bless and refresh you.

Rates

Personal Retreat: One overnight and three meals
Suggested donation ranges from $215 per person to $265 per couple

Group Retreat rates, please call the Guest Mistress.
All prices are suggested donations; scholarship possibilities are available.

Family House Retreat: Suggested Donation is $4,000 per week. Meals available at additional cost.
Please contact the Scribes Office at 508-255-1094 or email for more information.

The Community of Jesus is a member of the Association of Benedictine Retreat Centers, an organization of approximately 40 member centers working together to foster the Benedictine charism in retreat ministry. You can learn more about these centers who wish to “welcome all as Christ” by visiting this website.