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Welcome to MALVERN
"Whom can I send?...Send me Lord." Isaiah 6:8
 
         
 
 

Located on 125 acres of wooded countryside, the Malvern Retreat House is a Catholic retreat house for men, women, families, married couples, religious and clergy. It is also a place where Christian people of other denominations may also discern, strengthen and renew their personal relationship with Jesus Christ, self and others.

Owned and operated by the Laymen’s Retreat League, Malvern Retreat House is a spiritual sanctuary with a long-standing Catholic retreat history. As the largest Catholic retreat house in the U.S., this spiritual sanctuary hosts 350 private rooms, two chapels, five oratories, a large conference center and a dining hall in the Main Retreat House. In addition, a self-contained building - The McShain-Horstmann Family Life Center - offers 50 handicap-accessible rooms. In this building, individuals are offered amenities including a private bath in each room. In essence, Malvern Retreat House offers two separate retreat environments; the Main Retreat House and the Family Life Center.

Well over one million individuals have participated in the retreat experience since 1922 with approximately 20,000 men, women, families, married couples and youth now making the journey to this countryside sanctuary.

As a Catholic retreat house, we also offer the guidance and comfort to other Christian denominations seeking to utilize the prayerful environment and facilities for their ministries.

While staying with us, you will experience our gift of hospitality; clean, comfortable, private rooms and delicious meals served by our retreat-friendly staff.

If you are looking for a Catholic spiritual getaway, make Malvern Retreat House your prayerful destination of choice.

The Malvern Blog!

Prompted by her vow, Mother Teresa of Calcutta developed the habit of responding immediately to the demands of the ‘present moment.’ She would insist that “it isn’t important to look for big things, just do small things with great love... The smaller the thing, the greater must be our love.”

In an effort to respond to the demands of the ‘present moment,’ Malvern Retreat House is now offering you an opportunity to share your thoughts, creative ideas and simple testimonies of faith experienced during a retreat... welcome to the Malvern Retreat Blog! Whether you are thinking about making a retreat for the first time, you are returning for a yearly retreat or, if you are searching for hope in the midst of your daily trials, allow this blog to be your “springboard of hope.” If you are a CA Captain, a recruiter or an individual seeking to enhance the retreat experience at Malvern, this is your place to communicate with all of us.

Share ideas, stories, reflections and practical tips with us in making a Malvern Retreat House retreat a life-changing experience. Post your comments today!

Our Mission

The Malvern Retreat House, owned and operated by Catholic laity since 1921, serves the spiritual needs of lay men and women of all ages, as well as clergy and religious of many denominations, through the retreat experience. Rooted in the Gospel Truths of Jesus Christ, we provide a place of hospitality in a unique and peaceful environment.

 
Upcoming Events

Retreats for Men, Women, Married Couples and Families
Look at our schedule and find a retreat for you! If you have not been on a retreat in years, “Come home to Malvern.”
If you have never been on a retreat, or if you are searching to reconnect with the Lord, call us at (610) 644-0400 and we will help you to choose a retreat. Be assured, you are welcome to participate in any retreat. Come alone... or bring a friend.

Upcoming Traditional Men's Retreats
–even if you have never made a retreat, consider scheduling a time-out with God, self and others this year.  Call 610-644-0400 to register or click on “Make a Retreat.”

September 3-5th
Family Retreat

Hosted in the beautiful McShain-Horstmann Family Life Center, this unique retreat is a crowd favorite. Beat the heat and seashore traffic by spending a fun-filled weekend with other families in the air-conditioned FLC. Fr. Joseph P. Capella will direct the retreat.
Call the office to register immediately at: 610-644-0400.

September 7-9th
A Contemplative Retreat for Men and Women
"New Springtime in Heart"

Directed by Fr. John Paul Joyce, Superior for Priests for the Intercessors of the Lamb, Omaha, Nebraska.
Hosted in the Main retreat house.
Fr. John Paul Joyce will focus on the new Pentecost that has to come drawing on the teaching of the late Pope John Paul II when he spoke about the new evangelization taking place; first, in each heart through a personal relationship with the Lord. A wonderful contemplative retreat. Tuesday evening-Thursday morning. Register by calling 610-644-0400.

• October 10th
A Donut Man Concert

Jump, clap, sing and laugh with the Donut Man as he presents the Gospel introducing children and their families to the basic elements of the Christian faith. Even Duncan the Talking Donut pops out of his bakery box to sing a "whole song." This is a fun afternoon for the entire family, even grandparents. $35.00 per family; $10.00 for an individual without a family. Register early by calling: 610-644-0400. Ages 3-12 years old.

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