Personal Retreats

Cedar Cross now offers a private cabin for personal rest, reflection and renewal. Because great blue herons are frequently spotted nearby, the cabin is known as "Heron's Nest." The cabin provides a cozy living room, kitchen, two bedrooms, and full bath. It can accommodate up to three persons. Other attractive and useful features include a deck, screened-in porch and gas logs. Although a driveway and parking area are provided, Heron's Nest is located only a short distance from the Lodge.

Another option for individuals on personal retreat is to stay at the Lodge where they can perhaps share in meal cost, preparation and conversation.

Personal retreatants are invited to use the art studio (for a small fee), explore the four miles of trails and make use of any outdoor rest area. They are also free to walk the labyrinth and experience "The Way of Jesus."

Although personal retreatants are on their own, there is usually a Cedar Cross resident available for spiritual guidance. There are also books and booklets, written by John Hilpert, available for perusal or purchase in the store that may help set the tone for your retreat. These include Planning Your Own Retreat, Listening: The Other Side of Prayer, and a "Way of Jesus" guide.

Testimonials

"I cannot remember a time in my life when I was in more need of solitude and restoration to the natural harmonies of self - nature - Divine. I loved every moment and I leave filled and rebalanced. Thank you for all your loving care put into this very spacious hermitage. Elegant yet simple, its very atmosphere promotes peace. The whole grounds have a deep peace and healing."

"We enjoyed such a wonderful time of refreshment, restoration, and renewal. We felt the presence of God in every step on the trails, the Way of Jesus, and the Labyrinth. God's spirit and grace permeated our retreat."

Updated: April 30, 2009