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Mount St Francis
Retreat Centre

Types of Retreats Offered

Regular Silent Retreats
The weekend retreats (and some two-day midweek retreats) are organised through the generous service of captains who volunteer to register retreatants. Reservations for the scheduled retreats are made with the captains whose names, phone numbers, and email addresses appear in this brochure. All phone numbers are Calgary unless otherwise stated. You may register with any captain of a particular retreat. Your registration with the captain is your confirmation.

These retreats begin with check-in on Friday from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm with supper at 7:00 pm. Silence begins with the first session. Eucharist is celebrated on both Saturday and Sunday and a reconciliation service during the retreat. The retreat ends with lunch on Sunday finishing by 1:00 pm.

Other Types Of Retreats Offered

Midweek Twilight Retreats (Evenings)

Various groups (church and other) are welcome for a meditative evening (6:00 – 9:30 pm). Registration is at 6:00 pm with supper at 6:30 pm. A reflective talk is given at 7:30 followed by a silent meditation, and a closing ceremony.

Individual Silent Retreats

The Mount is also available for individuals who seek a time of silent reflection. Appointments with retreat team members can be made prior to your stay if you so desire.

Small groups

Saint Elizabeth Place (former Sisters’ Convent) is available for small group meetings and seminars.
It can accommodate overnight guests as well.

Hermitage

The Friar Paul Surette Hermitage is becoming popular for heartier souls.

Bookings

To book any of the above, except the regular silent retreats please phone the office at 403-932-2012 or email mtfrancis@shaw.ca.