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Summer P.A.U.S.E. Weekend retreat: Christian Contemplative Prayer, Holistic Healing, and Faith
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Summer P.A.U.S.E. Weekend retreat: Christian Contemplative Prayer, Holistic Healing, and Faith

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500 College Street Northeast, Olympia, WA, USA
Date
August 8 - 9, 2025

Retreat Highlights

  • Winter P.A.U.S.E. Retreat Highlights
  • • Deepen Your Understanding of Spiritual Formation
  • • Recognize the Manifestation of Spiritual Formation
  • • Explore Christian Contemplative Prayer
  • • Experience God in Nature

About this Retreat

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Details of this retreat

About our 4 Seasonal P.A.U.S.E. Retreats

(P.A.U.S.E.—­Prayer and Understanding Silent Experiences)

We warmly invite you to our 4 seasons of P.A.U.S.E. retreats—sacred opportunities to appreciate the seasons, rest, reflect, and nurture your connection with God. These retreats center on Christian contemplative prayer, offering space for spiritual formation, soul care, holistic healing, and deepening faith. Guided by the words of Psalm 46:10, “...Be still, and know that I am God...,” our seasonal P.A.U.S.E. retreats explore unique aspects of spiritual growth and renewal.

While quiet moments of prayer are at the heart of our retreat, we also embrace times of fellowship, learning, and holistic nourishment—a rejuvenating pause amidst life’s busyness.

Summer P.A.U.S.E. Retreat Highlights
Our retreat, Christian Contemplative Prayer, Holistic Healing, and Faith offers time to:

Deepen Your Understanding of Holistic Well-Being
Explore the connection between Christian contemplative prayer, well-being, and embodiment as integral aspects of our holistic selves and knowing God (Psalm 46:10a).
Recognize the Role of Prayer in Growing Faith
Reflect on how Christian contemplative prayer influences and strengthens our faith journey.
Contemplate Divine Healing and Transformation
Gain a deeper understanding of how Christian contemplative prayer supports divine healing and fosters a transformative relationship with God.
Experience God’s Presence in Nature
Participate in a shortened Sturgeon Full Moon walk Forest Therapy walk, blending Christian contemplative prayer with time in God’s creation (Romans 1:20).
(Note: You may sign up for full-length Forest Therapy walks on up-coming dates at St. Placid Priory.)

We invite you to join us this summer as we explore the richness of Christian contemplative prayer, holistic healing, and growing faith, all in the presence of God.
~Be blessed and strengthened in the stillness of God’s presence~
(Isaiah 30:15a; 2 Corinthians 3:17-18, NIV)
 

Getting Here

Location icon St. Placid Priory, 500 College Street Northeast, Olympia, WA, USA

Directions

Traveling north from Portland, on I-5:
Take Exit 109
Turn left onto Martin Way at end of exit
Stay in the far right lane
Turn right at second light onto
College Street NE
Turn right at St. Placid sign
(second possible right turn)

Traveling south from Seattle, on I-5:
Take Exit 109
Turn right onto Martin Way at end of exit
Stay in the far right lane
Turn right at the light onto
College Street NE
Turn right at St. Placid sign
(second possible right turn)

Accommodation

We have ten retreat bedrooms, most of which are equipped with two twin beds. The rooms may be shared if you are coming with a friend or partner, but generally there is just one person per room. Our building is set back among the trees so the rooms stay fairly cool. There is heat in each room for the colder nights. Each room has a sink, mirror, chair, desk, and small closet area. Towels and linens are provided, but please bring your own toiletries. Bathrooms are shared and showers are available. Retreatants are welcome to join the Sisters for Mass, Praise, and meals. There is wi-fi available in the Priory Library from 8:30am-8:00pm everyday. The Priory Store is also open on Fridays and Saturdays. Plenty of walking trails wind around the Priory's property and are open to retreatants. Spiritual Direction is available upon request at an additional charge.

Single Occupancy, 1 person
Double occupancy, shared room
Commuter, presentations, and meals
Commuter, only presentation

Venue & Amenities

Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms icon A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea icon Coffee/Tea
Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
Housekeeping icon Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent icon Bicycles For Rent
The Priory Spirituality Center is an ecumenical Christian ministry that encourages those of all faiths to discern the voice of God in their lives and in the world. A ministry of St. Placid Priory we reflect Benedictine values: peace, hospitality, community, learning and prayerful discernment.

We offer a peaceful and contemplative setting for personal reflection. We encourage and challenge people to know the presence of God in their lives through classes, workshops, retreats and individual spir

Meals

Menu Types

Vegan icon Vegan
Vegetarian icon Vegetarian
Pescetarian icon Pescetarian
Ayurvedic icon Ayurvedic
Includes Meat icon Includes Meat
Organic icon Organic
Gluten Free icon Gluten Free
Dairy Free icon Dairy Free
Nut Free icon Nut Free
On-your-own breakfast: Center Kitchen. Eggs, milk, bread, cereal, fruit provided. Your own food welcome, may be cooked in Kitchen. Lunch/Dinner served, main dish+salad bar. Sun coffee hour after Mass

Customer Reviews

4.85 out of 5.0 average rating

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God the Artist was fabulous!
We spent the day in Shelton at an artists private studio. We were able to create three beautiful pieces. I used ferns and Japanese maple leaves in my pottery. We could choose what to make and were given individual guidance and suggestions. Lunch was under a tree in his garden. It was a perfect day. Creativity is a spiritual practice.

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Perfect Place for a Silent Retreat
I recently lost my husband suddenly through a vicious disease. It upended my world. I had been
on a silent retreat many years ago and knew that it would be helpful to get away from all of the external pressures and focus on the internal feelings of grief and loss. Luckily The Priory allowed me to have a five-day silent retreat in my well-furnished room plus a private dining space for silence.
My need for silence was respected by everyone there. The surroundings were lovely and peaceful.
It was just what I needed.

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Zentangle with Sister Monika
I love the zentangle classes with Sister Monika! She starts and ends the classes with thankfulness for the day, for the paper and drawing tools and then gently leads us into creating zentangles. I have been taking her classes for a long time and continue to learn so much.

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Retreat
Everything one needs for quietude, rest and time out for reflection is at St. Placid’s. The grounds for walking are inviting, the food is healthy, everyone is welcoming, the accommodations are clean and comfortable.

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Serenity
When I need time to quietly be, to regain my serenity from living in a world of turmoil, St. Placid Priory is my choice. Here I can simply be, listen to the birds, listen to God.

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Available Dates
August 8 - 9, 2025
  • $235.00
    Single Occupancy, 1 person
  • $395.00
    Double occupancy, shared room
  • $150.00
    Commuter, presentations, and meals
  • $120.00
    Commuter, only presentation
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Policy Info Refund & Cancellation Policy

The event is 100% refundable for cancellation 60+ days before the event start date. The event is 50% refundable if cancelled 30-59 days before the start date.

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