Thresholds: A Spiritual Retreat for Times of Transition
Thresholds: A Spiritual Retreat for Times of Transition
2675 Benet Rd, Saint Paul, MN, USA
March 13 - 14, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- retreats, spiritual direction, conferencing
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Tod trained as a spiritual director through the Franciscan Spirituality Center in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Tod earned his B.A. in history from Willamette University in Salem, Oregon and an M.A. in Theology from Bethel University in St. Paul, Minnesota. He also did extensive graduate study in Hebrew and Semitic Studies at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. He currently serves as the head of maintenance at St. Paul’s Monastery and the Benedictine Center.
Tod sees spiritual direction more as spiritual companioning and he approaches directees through deep listening, giving them the space to deepen their awareness and their connection to God. His hope for every conversation is that the participant’s awareness of God is heightened and that there is new movement toward God.
Tod and his beloved spouse are blessed with two (almost-grown) children. He notes that raising his kids exposed a lot of illusions he had about himself!
Tod is accepting new directees.
‘It’s not the age, it’s the mileage’—or so the saying goes. No one ever told me that the miles could end up being fun and ending up somewhere totally unexpected could turn out to be the best thing for me. May you know God in your journey!
Details of this retreat
Thresholds: A Spiritual Retreat for Times of Transition
Life is full of thresholds—sacred spaces between what has been and what is yet to come. Whether you are entering a new season of vocation, family, health, or purpose, these moments invite us to slow down, listen deeply, and trust the Spirit’s gentle guidance.
During this retreat, we will explore how God meets us in times of change—offering grace, courage, and hope as we cross from the familiar into the unknown. Through prayer, silence, reflection, and shared conversation, participants will be invited to honor the past, release what no longer serves, and open their hearts to the new life emerging on the other side of the threshold.
Join us for this retreat at the Benedictine Center. Register now!
Life is full of thresholds—sacred spaces between what has been and what is yet to come. Whether you are entering a new season of vocation, family, health, or purpose, these moments invite us to slow down, listen deeply, and trust the Spirit’s gentle guidance.
During this retreat, we will explore how God meets us in times of change—offering grace, courage, and hope as we cross from the familiar into the unknown. Through prayer, silence, reflection, and shared conversation, participants will be invited to honor the past, release what no longer serves, and open their hearts to the new life emerging on the other side of the threshold.
Join us for this retreat at the Benedictine Center. Register now!
Schedule
prayer, meals, workshops
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Benedictine Center of St. Paul's Monastery, 2675 Benet Rd, Saint Paul, MN, USA
Directions
There are many buildings near the corner of Larpenteur and Century Avenues. Events and retreats are hosted at St. Paul's Monastery. Please be sure to check your destination is set to St. Paul's Monastery, 2675 Benet Rd, St. Paul, MN 55109. Call 651.777.8181 for assistance.
Directions
From I-94
Take Century Avenue (Hwy 120) exit.
Go North 3 miles to Larpenteur Avenue.
Turn left. Monastery Way is the first right. Go straight to get to St. Paul's Monastery.
From I-694
Take Century Avenue (Hwy 120) exit.
Go South 4 miles to Benet Road, just before the light at Larpenteur Avenue.
Turn right. St. Paul's Monastery is visible on the right.
From Hwy 36
Take Century Avenue (Hwy 120) exit.
Go South about 2 miles to Benet Road.
Turn right. St. Paul's Monastery is on the right.
Directions
From I-94
Take Century Avenue (Hwy 120) exit.
Go North 3 miles to Larpenteur Avenue.
Turn left. Monastery Way is the first right. Go straight to get to St. Paul's Monastery.
From I-694
Take Century Avenue (Hwy 120) exit.
Go South 4 miles to Benet Road, just before the light at Larpenteur Avenue.
Turn right. St. Paul's Monastery is visible on the right.
From Hwy 36
Take Century Avenue (Hwy 120) exit.
Go South about 2 miles to Benet Road.
Turn right. St. Paul's Monastery is on the right.
Accommodation
Commuter
Commuters enjoy the amenities of the Benedictine Center, even without spending the night. All commuters enjoy the public spaces of the Monastery, including the St. Paul's Monastery Gallery, monastic library, meditation chapel (when the Sisters are not at prayer), courtyard, dining room, and other sitting areas. If indicated within the description of a program, guests may also enjoy the luxury of a private room for the day.
Single Overnight Room
A single room offers spacious solitude. With at least one writing desk, rocker, and bed in each room, guests can relax with a book, pray, and rest comfortably. A bathroom may be shared with an adjacent room, but personal retreat guests are afforded the luxury of an empty room next door whenever possible.
Shared (two single beds)
A shared room enables quiet within community. Each room has two writing desks, rockers, and single beds and still plenty of room to relax and pray. A private bathroom may be shared with an adjacent room and guests enjoy the benefits of a slightly reduced cost without compromising the quality of the retreat experience.
What's Included
- meals
What's Not Included
- travel
Last Chance
