Calligraphy Retreats
Lettering the Word Silent Retreats
- Developing a personal relationship with Christ through His Word
- Slowing down and spending more time with the Scriptures using the medium of calligraphy
- Daily Lectio Divina sessions preceded by brief conferences
- Participation in the Divine Office and Mass with the monastic community
- Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation
- Silence throughout the retreat experience
- A chance to break away from everyday concerns by fasting from technology
- Instruction in the lettering techniques used in the daily lectio sessions
- A rural and beautiful environment and the opportunity to walk the ground
The retreatants will be introduced to the practice of Lectio Divina as a way of drawing closer to Christ through the Scriptures. Participants will learn a simple calligraphic script known as the Foundational Hand based on lettering used by Benedictine monks to transcribe the Bible in the 10th century. No previous experience required. (Advanced Retreats are no longer offered.)
| Dates | Availability |
|---|---|
| July 7-10, 2026 | 24 spaces filled / 18 open |
| July 28-31, 2026 | 24 spaces filled / 19 open |
| March 30- April 2, 2027 | 24 spaces open |
| July 6-9, 2027 | 24 spaces open |
| July 27-30, 2027 | 24 spaces open |
Pricing: $400 per person.
Retreat cost includes all meals, a private room, linen and towels, the retreat director's fee, and all materials, including a Lettering the Word Bundle from Altar + Home (calligraphy marker, journal, instruction book, and links to online videos). If you already have the LTW Bundle, please contact the Abbey Guest Center at (660) 944-2809.
Arrival is Tuesday between 2–3 p.m. and departure is Friday afternoon.
