The Episcopal House of Prayer is a place with community at its core. Learn more about the contemplative prayer journey through our workshops, retreats, & community

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The Episcopal House of Prayer is a 12-room retreat house nestled in maple woods on the edge of the campus of Saint John’s Abbey and University in Collegeville, MN. Welcoming groups into this peaceful, sacred space is a key part of our mission of Benedictine hospitality. From church staff, to spiritual book clubs, to meditation groups—and beyond—we invite all groups of spiritual seekers, from any faith tradition, to come away to the House of Prayer to reflect, pray, and reconnect with your spiritual path.

Looking to dip your toes into learning about the contemplative prayer path? Explore a variety of workshops, weekly contemplative prayer sits and gatherings for your contemplative spiritual journey. We offer a variety of virtual and in-person opportunities to learn more and come together as a community.

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An Invitation to Befriend Ambiguity

Have you ever stood at the edge of a lake, looked out, and wondered where the shoreline ends and the trees begin? Have you ever been confused, for a moment, about which direction is up and which is down while looking toward the shoreline and seeing the clouds perfectly reflected on the surface of the… Read more

 
"I finally took the plunge and signed up for a retreat in May of 2015, and I haven’t looked back."
— Jodie Milroy

Upcoming Retreats

Here are highlights from our rich program offerings. You can view all events and retreats, both virtual and in-person, on our calendar.

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Mission & Vision

Our Mission is to assist in the ongoing work of discerning God's presence, both within ourselves and in the world; provide guidance in the search for wisdom; teach all forms of contemplative prayer; offer training in the inner work of the spiritual life.

The Vision of the Episcopal House of Prayer is to be a contemplative ministry of spiritual transformation, grounded in the Christian tradition, in the practice of Benedictine hospitality, reaching out and welcoming all.

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Episcopal House of Prayer
P.O. Box 5888
Collegeville, MN 56321

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