The Malvern Retreat House - Malvern, PA... A spiritual sanctuary and Catholic retreat house

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Announcements

5th Annual Golf Classic

This fun-filled event at Talamore Country Club featured golf, lunch/dinner, and auction benefiting Malvern Retreat House & Malvern Cares. To view photos, click here.

Annual Awards Dinner

Our 22nd Annual Awards Dinner honored outstanding individuals who are faithfully committed to Malvern Retreat House. To view photos, click here.

Prosit Winter/Spring 2013 Edition

To view the lastest edition of our Prosit newsletter, click here. To stay connected with Malvern and also view past issues of Prosit, click here.

"The Retreat Experience"

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A Message

from our Rector,

Fr. Charles Zlock

Welcome to MALVERN
"Created for the praise and glory of God." St. Ignatius Loyola

Click Here for 2013

Full Retreat Schedules

In today's hectic, fast-paced society, the retreat experience is as refreshing as ever for annual retreatants and newcomers alike. We can help you find a retreat that's right for you. Click on the link above to see a complete listing of retreats. Call 610-644-0400 or email us at mail@MalvernRetreat.com.

Come alone...or bring a friend.

Upcoming Retreats!

In His Sign’s 6th Annual Healing Retreat

Friday, May 31 to Sunday, June 2

Directed by Kathleen McCarthy; Co-directed by Fr. Stephen DeLacy

“Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved” Jer. 17:14

Directed by Kathleen McCarthy, president of In His Sign Catholic Radio, with co-director Fr. Steve DeLacy, and featuring the beautiful music of Amanda Deo of “The Embers.” The weekend includes Mass, Teaching, Concert, Fellowship and Reflection/Free Time…and four powerful witnesses giving testimony about their healings—physical, emotional, and spiritual. To view the flyer for this retreat, click here. To register for this retreat, click here or call 610-644-0400.

Father/Daughter Evening of Reflection

Sunday, June 9 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Directed by: Fr. Charles Zlock

This evening of reflection is a wonderful way for fathers and daughters to spend time together. Enjoy a dinner and dynamic conference with retreat director, Fr. Charles Zlock, followed by quiet time and Mass. Don't miss this popular night!

To view this flyer for more details, click here.

Click here to register for this evening of reflection, or call 610-644-0400.

Women's Evening of Reflection

Thursday, June 13 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Directed by: Fr. Charles Zlock

Take some time away from your busy routine to reflect and renew your relationship with the Lord! Join us for this evening of reflection with dinner, talk, Mass, and Anointing.

To view this flyer for more details, click here.

Click here to register for this evening of reflection, or call 610-644-0400.

NEW!

Women of Wisdom in a Worried World

Friday, June 21 to Sunday, June 23

Directed by: Fr. Charles Zlock

For women (teens, college, young adults, mothers, women professionals).

Being a woman, a wife, a mother and a person of faith in America these days is a complex challenge. There's definitely a "War on Women," but who is really waging it, and how do we protect ourselves? This retreat offers women of all ages a place to not only find the answers they seek, but to enjoy the support and fellowship of other women who are facing the same challenges. Explore topics relevant to women of all ages: healthy boundaries, finding balance in our lives, discernment & making choices, handling social media, raising holy families in a toxic world, the Catholic view of sex & sexual health, and what the media isn't telling you. Speakers include Dr. Mariette Danilo, Dawn Eden, Susan Brinkmann, and Dr. Les Ruppersberger. Click here for more information.

Cost: $210 overnight in Family Life Center. Click here for flyer.

Registration: Click here to register for this retreat (Women of Wisdom) or call 610-644-0400.

July 4th Family Retreat

Friday, July 5 to Sunday, July 7

Directed by: Fr. William Gaffney

Hosted in the McShain-Horstmann Family Life Center, this weekend retreat is for families with young children, teens, and even grandparents! It includes inspirational teaching and music, outside games, great food, and, of course, fun!

To learn more information about this retreat, click here.

Click here to register for this family retreat, or call 610-644-0400.

Eileen George Healing Retreat

Monday, July 8 to Friday, July 12

Directed by: Eileen George

Join Eileen George for this powerful five-day healing retreat which will include conferences, private Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, meals, prayers and quiet time. A Healing Service is open to the public on Thursday evening of the retreat, scheduled at 7:30 p.m.

To learn more information about this retreat, click here.

Click here to register for this retreat, or call 610-644-0400.

7th Annual Women of Grace Retreat

with Johnnette Benkovic

Friday, July 12 to Sunday, July 14

and Benedicta Leadership Institute

Thurs.- Fri., July 11-12

To listen to Johnnette Benkovic's one minute audio clip about Malvern Retreat House's Women of Grace Retreat "Entering the Heart of the Father: Healing for Divine Love 'For Such a Time as This,'" playing on Holy Spirit Radio, click HERE.

Click here to view the flyer for this retreat.

Click here to register for this retreat, or call 610-644-0400.

NEW!

"Revolution or Revelation? Law, Life, Science, and Religion" for Men and Women

Tuesday, August 13 to Thursday, August 15

Directed by: Fr. Charles Zlock

This retreat focuses on the mix of life and science through topics like medical ethics, business ethics, gene splicing, and DNA technology. It also presents fascinating details about the Roman Catholic Church and the HHS Mandate, and also reveals the true meaning behind the 1st Amendment and religious freedom. It will also share information regarding end of life issues, such as living will vs. durable power of attorney, along with the impact of health care vs. insurance. Speakers include Bobby Schindler, Brian Gail, Larry Cirignano, and Ted Meehan.

To register for this retreat, call 610-644-0400.

Traditional

Retreats

Men of Malvern and Women of Malvern welcome returning retreatants and newcomers. Each weekend is known by a religious name.

Weekend retreat schedules include...

Check-ins: Fridays at 5:00 pm; Check-outs: Sundays at noon.

Upcoming Women's Retreats

Date	Retreat	Retreat Director
Sun Jun 9	Father/Daughter (click here for retreat flyer)	Fr. Charles Zlock
Thurs Jun 13	Women's Evening of Reflection (click here for retreat flyer)	Fr. Charles Zlock
Fri-Sun Jun 21-23	Women of Wisdom in a Worried World	Fr. Charles Zlock
Thu-Fri Jul 11-12	Benedicta Leadership Institute for Women	Johnette Benkovic

To view more upcoming women's retreats, click here!

Upcoming Traditional

"Men of Malvern" Retreats

Date	Retreat	Retreat Director
Fri-Sun May 24-26	St. Pius X	Fr. Dennis O'Donnell Fr. Joseph Breighner
Fri-Sun Jun 7-9	Our Lady of the Sacred Heart	Fr. Richard S. Bennett, CSsR Fr. Charles Zlock
Fri-Sun Jun 14-16	Six-Three Group	Fr. Richard S. Bennett, CSsR Fr. Francis Sirolli, OSA
Fri-Sun Jun 21-23	Our Lady of Lourdes	Rev. Eamonn Mulcahy, CSSP
Fri-Sun Jul 26-28	LJ Ferdinand/Hazleton	Fr. William Gaffney, CSsR
Fri-Sun Jul 26-28	Our Lady Queen of Peace	Fr. Joseph Breighner

To view more upcoming men's retreats, click here!

For information or registration, call (610) 644-0400 or register here

For a list of all our web pages click the Site Map link below.

2013 Retreat Theme

About

Malvern Retreat House

Malvern Retreat House serves the spiritual needs of men, women, teens, families, married couples, religious and clergy, caregivers, people in recovery ... and many special needs groups.

It is the largest and second oldest Catholic retreat house in the U.S., accommodating up to 400 overnight guests with private rooms, delicious meals, and guidance in spiritual reflection.

From the old-world charm of St. Joseph's Hall, to air-conditioned, contemporary-style in McShain-Horstmann Family Life Center.

Amenities include:

Atmosphere of prayerful reflection
Chapels, Oratories and Sacred Shrines
Dining Halls & Conference Centers
Friendly staff, clean surroundings
Plenty of Free Parking
Public transportation accessibility
Serene, spiritual countryside
Time to contemplate
Woodland walking paths
Wheelchair accessibility

Our Retreatants:

The Heart of Malvern

Many retreatants are from the Greater Philadelphia area, where Malvern is regarded as a local treasure. Others travel from all 50 states - most notably, New York, New Jersey, Maryland and Virginia - and even internationally.

Some retreatants reserve the same weekend each year on the calendar and come to Malvern for a "time away" filled with prayer, Mass, group discussion and religious devotion. Many come faithfully each year and proudly pass on the family tradition to the next generation.

Newcomers are always welcome.

Celebrating 100 years
of Catholic

Lay Leadership

Owned and operated by Catholic Lay Leadership since 1912, people have come to Malvern for 100 years, seeking spiritual guidance and inner peace.

Malvern hosts 20,000 people annually at 250 retreats on 125 acres in beautiful Chester County.

There are 50 traditional Men of Malvern groups and 110 others for women, couples, teens and many more. Clergy and many religious denominations are welcome to reflect, refresh and rejoice..

If you are looking for a spiritual getaway, consider making the journey to our peaceful sanctuary in the countryside.

In the Beginning

Our organization began early in the last century, when investment banker John J. Ferreck met with the Rector of St. Charles Seminary to plan for weekend retreats by laymen. The first year, a few dozen men came on retreat; within five years it grew to a few hundred.

Since that time, 1.2 million people have come to Malvern Retreat House for spiritual guidance and inspiration.

To mark our centennial milestone,
Anniversary Chairman John Kozakowski and a team of Board members and staff planned a year-long series of events.

Learn more now...

Malvern Today

"What has sustained Malvern throughout its 100-year history is the never-ending, very personal desire of men and women to spend time in God's presence, away from the distractions and demands of the world. We continue to be an important spiritual resource because people never lose the desire to get close to God. We look forward to continuing this experience into the next century."

- Jim Fitzsimmons, President