Nestled in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains lie the double monastic communities of the Olivetan monks and sisters of Our Lady of Guadalupe Abbey, located twenty-five miles east of Santa Fe, New Mexico. From its very inception, the monastery has served as a center for retreats and church renewal.
The facility has a 29-room guesthouse, with private baths, and four hermitages providing for a maximum of 60 guests. A large meeting room and library are available for your presentations. Meals are provided and may be taken with the monks and sisters are in a private dining room.
The property is about 1,100 acres on the Pecos River at the foothills of the Sangres in the Pecos Wilderness. In thier free-time, your attendees can choose between a peaceful stroll, a strenuous hike, or quiet contemplation.
Faith
Christian:
Catholic : Benedictine, Ecumenical
Open to All:
Open to All
Mission/Lineage: The double monastic communities of the Olivetan monks and sisters of Our Lady of Guadalupe Abbey continue the long history of Benedictine life going back to St. Benedict, a founder of monasticism in the western world. St. Benedict (480-547 A. D.) envisioned and modeled a way of life designed to foster continual communion with God. He saw a pattern of this life in the first Christian community in Jerusalem. "They devoted themselves to teaching of the apostles and to the communal life, to the breaking of the bread and to the prayers" (Acts 4:32). In his Rule for Monasteries, St. Benedict laid down practical teachings and guidelines for this vision to be realized. The monks and sisters of Pecos have embraced this vision of St. Benedict, while giving it a unique expression.
Average Cost: $$
Environment: Lake / Pond, Mountain, River / Stream, Rural, Woods
Restrictions: No Smoking
Language: English
Overnight Guest Capacity (defined as):
60
Meeting Space Capacity (defined as):
60
Meeting Rooms:
| Room Name | Square Feet | Capacity | Description |
| Meeting Space | 750 | 60 | Carpeted floor, high ceiling, toilet facilites, walk from guestrooms, river nearby |
Groups Served: 12 Step / Addiction / Recovery, Arts / Crafts, Church / Faith / Religious, Dance / Theater, Educational, Families, Health / Healing, Meditation Groups, Mens Groups, Music, Nature / Adventure, Non-profit, Peace / Justice, Personal Development Groups, Reunions, Silent, Womens Groups, Writing, Youth Groups
Amenities: Carpet, Chapel / Temple, Church / Prayer Services, Gardens / Outdoor Space, Stations of the Cross, Walking/ Hiking Trails
Special Features: 1100 acres at the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo mountains and the scenic seclusion of the Pecos River valley.
Room Types: Cottage / Cabin, Hotel
Some or all housing is single sex only.
Children OK: Yes!
Food: Vegetarian Options
Meal Availability: Available Nearby, Kitchen - Private, Provided - All Meals
Location of this Retreat:
P.O. Box 1080
Pecos, NM 87552-1080
United States
Travel Info: Our Benedictine Abbey is located 25 miles east of Santa Fe, New Mexico, north on Interstate 25.
The closest airport is Albuquerque, NM (ABQ) about 70 min. southwest of Pecos. A shuttle is available from the airport to Santa Fe. Arrangements can be made to pick-up guests in Santa Fe. A donation is requested for this service.
Please see our website for full directions.
Reservation Criteria: A group retreat requires a non-refundable deposit based on number of attendees.
Retreat Contact: Guestmaster
Phone: (505) 757-6415 ext 254
Email: Email this retreat
Website:
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Organization Contact:
Pecos Benedictine Monastery
P.O. Box 1080
Pecos, NM 87552-1080
United States
Organization Website: View Organization Website