Nestled in the lush desert valley at the base of Camelback Mountain in Scottsdale, Arizona, the Franciscan Renewal Center offers your group unique and engaging meeting facilities exclusively for not-for-profit organizations. From single day sessions to multi-day conferences, we offer comfortable sleeping accommodations; flexible, technologically-supported meeting spaces; and exceptional food to nourish the body, inspire the mind, and soothe the spirit.
Faith
Christian:
Christian, Catholic
Open to All:
Open to All
Mission/Lineage: We are a center for the experience of spiritual growth which transforms and moves us beyond ourselves in the service of others.
As a Christ-centered community, we embrace the Catholic tradition in the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi and welcome all to share in: Prayerful Celebration and Contemplation, Learning, Social Action, Healing and Hospitality
Average Cost: $$$ - $$$$
Environment: Desert, Mountain
Special Needs: Wheelchair Access
Restrictions: No Drugs, No Smoking
Environmentally Sustainable:
Yes!
For almost twenty years, the Casa has been reducing its ecological footprint. Eco-friendly measures include the installation of solar panels on our friary and new Assisi guest lodge, weather stripping, specially designed "styrofoam" cups for guests, campus-wide collection of recyclable materials and xeriscaping.
Language: English, Spanish
Overnight Guest Capacity (defined as):
156
Meeting Space Capacity (defined as):
125
Meeting Rooms:
| Room Name | Square Feet | Capacity | Description |
| Meeting Rooms | 0 | 125 | Several meeting rooms of various sizes. The largest meeting room is 25x55. |
| Church | 0 | 300 | Church seats 300 people |
| Meditation Chapel | 0 | 20 | Meditation chapel seating for 20 people, available for individual or small groups |
| Main Dining Room | 0 | 150 | Main dining room features buffet style meals and seats approximately 150 people |
| Outdoor space | | | Our renovated, heated swimming pool (2013) includes an in-ground hot tub. The surrounding plaza is great for outdoor socials, break-out space and relaxing.
Ramadas provide serene gathering spaces against a backdrop of mountainside and wildflowers.
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Groups Served: 12 Step / Addiction / Recovery, Arts / Crafts, Church / Faith / Religious, Educational, Health / Healing, Meditation Groups, Mens Groups, Non-profit, Peace / Justice, Personal Development Groups, Silent, Womens Groups, Writing, Youth Groups
Amenities: AV Service, Carpet, Chapel / Temple, Church / Prayer Services, Fire Pit / Circle, Gardens / Outdoor Space, Hot Tub, Labyrinth, Meditation Hall, On-line / Internet Access, Stations of the Cross, Swimming Pool / Lake, Walking/ Hiking Trails
Room Types: Hotel
Total Number of Rooms:
82
Housing: 72 lodging rooms with 2 queen beds
8 lodging rooms with 1 double bed
2 handicap rooms with 1 double and 1 daybed
All rooms with private baths.
Food: Vegetarian or Vegan Options
Meal Availability: Available On Site, Provided - All Meals
Location of this Retreat:
5802 East Lincoln Drive
Scottsdale, AZ 85253
United States
Travel Info: We are just 15-20 minutes away from the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
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Cindy J.
5/1/2016
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"Amy, I just wanted to thank you and the staff for an amazing private retreat. I am filled with God's love and spirit. It was exactly what I needed. The Casa is a beautiful, peaceful place where I know the presence's of God touches all who enter. Thank you again, peace and blessings to you."
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Aryn Sylvester
3/5/2016
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The retreat was incredible. So much deep healing and the staff is amazing. Every time we asked for something we got a cheerful "yes". Thank you so much.
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Anonymous
12/5/2015
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“Before I came here, prayer felt like a recitation. Now it feels like a conversation.”
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Barbie G.
9/15/2015
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I want to thank you so much for providing a great personal retreat for my daughter Julia and me two weeks ago. The room was so clean, and peaceful. I really appreciated the fresh roses in our room—what a sweet touch. The food was super fantastic, and having such sweet, helpful people around was very comforting. God bless you all for your time and efforts. I highly recommend this wonderful place.
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Diane Gesell, RScP
10/29/2014
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Once again, it has been such a pleasure working with you. We experienced another refreshing, wonderful retreat at the Franciscan Renewal Center. Your facility continues to meet all our needs. We appreciate the cleanliness of the buildings and grounds and the courteous friendliness of your staff.
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Loretta Madden
2/18/2014
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We had the most beautiful, loving, spiritual, calming Women’s Retreat ever. From the second we parked our cars, the very capable staff did everything they could to make us feel welcomed. We needed for nothing.
I can’t express how much we appreciated all the hard work and willingness to make our retreat so successful. Thank you for giving us a wonderful place to hold our retreat and to see God in a different way.
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jeff simonian
8/5/2009
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If you want to be in a place of peace this is it.
Very friendly staff and great programs...
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Reservation Criteria: All hosted groups must be a not-for-profit organization, or affiliated with a not-for-profit. Every group or organization must provide a Certificate of Insurance. The certificate must carry coverage of one million dollars naming the Franciscan Renewal Center as an additional insured.
Retreat Contact: Indra Rodney
Phone: 480.355.5632
Website:
View Retreat Website
Organization Contact:
Franciscan Renewal Center
5802 East Lincoln Drive
Scottsdale, AZ 85253
United States
Organization Website: View Organization Website