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.


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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 new, self-contained building entitled 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.


Here's a great way to share your thoughts about the Malvern retreat experience. Click "Share your thoughts" above and post your comments in the Malvern Blog!

Upcoming Events

Retreats for Men, Women, Married Couples and Families

Look at our schedule and choose a retreat! 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 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.

Adoremus Te
A Catholic Youth Summer Fest

For High School students
Sunday, August 3rd  Rain or Shine
1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Cardinal Justin Rigali will celebrate Mass for all participants.
On the outside lawn
Dinner will be provided, along with water and snacks for the day
Cost:  $25.00 per person
Please register by downloading this form. Please call 215-965-4636 if you would like to register.

A powerful day of uplifting music, teaching and preaching by Fr. David Engo, OFM Cap and many more, prayer, Reconciliation in the field, Adoration, Mass and nightime Benediction. It is hosted by Malvern Retreat House, the Office for Youth and Young Adults (OYYA), Generation Life, St. Charles Seminary - Religious Studies Division, the Office for Vocations, Life Teen coordinators and Fan the Fire.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, SJ Retreat
August 15-17th Family Life Center
"By His Stripes You are Healed"

Directed by Fr. Mitch Pacwa, SJ, this retreat will focus on the role of the Sacred Scriptures in healing. Hosted in the Family Life Center, the retreat is open to men, women and teens. Only a few places are left for this retreat, so please hurry.

Mother Nadine Brown
October 3-5th Main Retreat House
Spiritual Warfare

Mother Nadine Brown and Fr. Jim Otto will direct this powerful retreat on the topic of "Spiritual Warfare." This is a national retreat which will include powerful teachings, uplifting music with Marty Rotella, Eucharistic adoration, quiet time and a Saturday evening healing service. Please register early! This is a Catholic retreat for men, women, teens, religious and clergy.

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