I see the true value of retreating from the routine of life and sitting with God.”
Retreat Participant
Consider time away to refresh your mind, body, and spirit and to listen for the whisper of God’s personal love for you. God invites you to “come away with Me.”
2026 Dates
Thursday, May 14 • An Eastertide Retreat
- 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Pray through the emptiness of the tomb, filled with the joy of Easter.
- Lunch included
- Free-will offering
- Lectio Divina, Ignatian meditation, Eucharistic adoration
- Time for walking the beautiful grounds, resting, and prayer
- Register by email: Mary.Meeds@dunrovin.org
Saturday & Sunday, May 16-17 • Women’s Silent Retreat
- Begin at 5 PM Saturday
- End at 4 PM Sunday
- Includes Catholic Mass on Sunday
- Pray through the Seven Sacred Pauses given throughout the day, following the tradition of the Liturgy of the Hours.
- Find peace, rest, and inspiration as you take time away to be with the One who loves you most and knows you best.
- Three meals, linens, towels provided
- Free-will offering; suggested donation to cover out-of-pocket costs is $165/person.
- Register by email: Mary.Meeds@dunrovin.org
Thursday, September 17 • Day of Prayer
- 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Hebrews 6:19 We have this hope, a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul.
- Lunch included
- Free-will offering
- Lectio Divina, Ignatian meditation, Eucharistic adoration
- Time for walking the beautiful grounds, resting, and prayer
- Register by email: Mary.Meeds@dunrovin.org
Thursday, October 1 • Healing Retreat
- 8:30 AM – 5 PM
- John 1:5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness cannot overcome it.
- Lunch included
- Free-will offering
- Three short presentations on opening our spirits to the healing power of Jesus Christ, followed by quiet times of prayer
- Register by email: Mary.Meeds@dunrovin.org
Sunday & Monday, October 11-12 • Women’s Silent Retreat
- Begin at 5 PM Saturday
- End at 4 PM Sunday
- Includes Catholic Mass on Sunday
- Embracing Rhythm and Rest – learn about seven types of rest, and take time to rest with God during this season of change.
- Find peace, rest, and inspiration as you take time away to be with the One who loves you most and knows you best.
- Three meals, linens, towels provided
- Free-will offering; suggested donation to cover out-of-pocket costs is $165/person.
- Register by email: Mary.Meeds@dunrovin.org
Wednesday, November 4 • Healing Retreat
- 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- John 1:5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness cannot overcome it.
- Lunch included
- Free-will offering
- Three short presentations on opening our spirits to the healing power of Jesus Christ, followed by times of quiet prayer.
- Register by email: Mary.Meeds@dunrovin.org
Friday & Saturday, November 27-28 • Women’s Silent Retreat
- Begin at 4 PM Friday
- End at 4 PM Saturday
- Pray through the Seven Sacred Pauses given throughout the day, following the tradition of the Liturgy of the Hours.
- Find peace, rest, and inspiration as you take time away to be with the One who loves you most and knows you best.
- Three meals, linens, towels provided
- Free-will offering; suggested donation to cover out-of-pocket costs is $165/person.
- Register by email: Mary.Meeds@dunrovin.org
Thursday, December 3 • An Advent Day of Prayer
- 8:30 AM – 5 PM
- Lectio Divina, Ignatian meditation, Eucharistic adoration
- Lunch included
- Free-will offering
- Register by email: Mary.Meeds@dunrovin.org
Sunday & Monday, December 13-14 • Women’s Silent Retreat
- Begin at 4 PM on Sunday
- End at 4 PM on Monday
- Especially during the busy days of Advent, seek time to find Jesus within, as Elizabeth and John the Baptist recognized Jesus within the womb of Mary.
- Find rest and renewal as you “Come away with Me,” answering God’s invitation to YOU.
- Three meals, linens, towels provided
- Free-will offering; suggested donation to cover out-of-pocket costs is $165/person
- Register by email: Mary.Meeds@dunrovin.org
Want to learn more?
Read our blog Come Away With Me and Rest
How much does it cost?
Free-will offerings are deeply appreciated. Contact Guest Services to discuss the cost of an overnight stay before or after the retreat, if you prefer.
What is this retreat about?
Each retreatant is welcomed into God’s love through a variety of quiet and prayerful activities:
- Worship and music
- Hourly 10-minute prayer meditations followed by quiet prayer time
- Lectio Divina, Ignatian meditation, Eucharistic adoration
- Short talks – Simple tools for skills in daily living in the grace of God
- Sharing a meal together
- Sharing our God Stories
- Read more in our blog – Come Away With Me and Rest
Why go on a retreat?
- Daily life bombards us with stimuli, decisions, tension, relationships, and activities.
- A retreat offers external time and space to quiet down your internal mind and body.
- God wants to spend time with you. God loves you.
What should I bring?
- Bring whatever may help you with your personal prayer. We have many Bibles available, but you may prefer to bring your own.
- A journal, prayer shawl, rosary, etc. may help you with your prayer.
- Dress comfortably.
- Bring outdoor clothing and boots if you desire to walk Dunrovin’s beautiful woodland paths. Be aware that some paths may be icy or muddy.
- A meal will be provided, but feel free to bring your favorite snack or treat if you would like to share. It is a fun part of the retreat!
- If you are able, please consider a freewill donation.
- Bring your worries, concerns, fears, and hurt. God wants to meet you in these places.
- Bring your hope that God is able to meet you where you need Him.
Who leads the retreat?
Retreat Leaders Jerome and Mary Meeds bring their extensive experience as pastoral care ministers to the Come Away With Me retreats. Jerome is the executive director of Dunrovin and a certified life coach. He has worked in youth ministry and spiritual direction since 1980 and ministered to adults as well since 1985. Mary, a registered nurse and Dunrovin’s executive assistant, worked as a pastoral care worker since 1986. She passionately loves mothers, special needs children, and anyone experiencing grief, confusion, or struggle. Check out the Dunrovin blogs to learn more about their faith in the personal love of God.
Jerome and Mary long for everyone to recognize themselves as beloved sons and daughters of the King. In the Come Away With Me retreats, they share from the depth of healing they have received through God’s personal love and care, particularly through the powerful ministry offered by Healing the Whole Person with Dr. Bob Schuchts & team.
“I never think I have time to go on retreat but then when I go, it is SO good.” – Guest
Mary.meeds@dunrovin.org | 651-433-2486