St. Scholastica Monastery
Benedictine Sisters
1001 Kenwood Avenue
Duluth, Minnesota 55811-2300
May 23, 2024
Important Announcement from Sister Beverly Raway, Prioress
Dear Beloved Community,
With a mixture of gratitude for the past and hope for the future, I write to inform
you of a significant change regarding our McCabe Renewal Center. After years of
reflection and discernment, the Sisters of St. Scholastica Monastery have made the
difficult decision to divest themselves of McCabe by selling this beautiful and
deeply historical property. We will have general use of McCabe available until
June 30, 2024, but no reservations or events will be held after this date.
While this decision was not made lightly, we believe it opens new doors for deeper
connections and spiritual growth within our St. Scholastica Monastery grounds.
We recognize the invaluable role the McCabe Renewal Center has played in
nurturing souls and fostering contemplation over the years. Its legacy–and all those
who have participated in it through the years–will forever be cherished in our
hearts.
Amidst this transition, we invite you to explore the abundant offerings nestled
within the embrace of our Center for Spirituality and Enrichment at the
St. Scholastica Monastery. Here, amidst the tranquil beauty of our gardens and the
serenity of our walking trails, we extend a warm invitation for you to continue your
journey of renewal and reflection.
Overnight Accommodations: The Center offers overnight accommodations for
individuals, couples, and groups for quiet time, private retreats, and sabbaticals.
Our many guest rooms have been carefully prepared to create peaceful spaces for
rest, reflection and prayer, allowing your soul to breathe deeply once again. A simple
breakfast is offered for each guest, and other nutritious meals are provided on request.
Programs and Retreats: A variety of programs and retreats are offered through
the Center for Spirituality and Enrichment on the St. Scholastica Monastery
grounds, as well as online. Through them, we seek to provide opportunities for
spiritual growth, prayerful reflection, and personal enrichment for all ages.
Spiritual Direction: Share your sacred story and receive gentle guidance in your
spiritual journey with a trained spiritual director in a non-judgmental environment,
deepening your awareness of the presence of the Divine in your everyday life.
Meeting Rooms: The Center has available well-appointed meeting spaces, ideal
for gatherings, workshops, and retreats. Let these sacred rooms be the canvas for
your community’s shared experiences and collective wisdom.
Beautiful Gardens: Lose yourself in the splendor of our gardens, meticulously
tended by Sisters, where every bloom whispers secrets of grace and resilience.
Find solace amidst the vibrant colors and fragrant scents, allowing nature to soothe
your spirit and awaken your senses.
Walking Trails: Embark on a journey of self-discovery along our winding trails,
where every step is a prayer and every breath a communion with the Divine. Let
the rhythm of your footsteps guide you towards inner peace and enlightenment.
As we bid farewell to one chapter, we eagerly anticipate the unfolding of the next.
Join us as we embrace this transition with open hearts and unwavering faith,
knowing that the spirit of renewal resides not in a building, but in the boundless
love that connects us all.
Please explore the Center for Spirituality and Enrichment website at
retreatduluth.org for more information on all we have to offer. For inquiries or to
arrange a visit to our Center for Spirituality and Enrichment, please contact us at
218-723-6699, or email retreat@retreatduluth.org. May the light of divine wisdom
illuminate your path, now and always.
With blessings and gratitude,
Sister Beverly Raway, OSB
Prioress, St. Scholastica Monastery
phone: (218) 723-6555 • fax: (218) 723-5902 • website: www.DuluthBenedictines.org