Come and experience our “Sacred Space” along the beautiful Atlantic Ocean at Biddeford Pool, Maine. The Center offers a spiritual harbor for heart and soul, providing opportunity for silent reflection, healing, and prayer for those seeking rest for the body, quiet for the mind and renewal for the spirit. Enjoy the beauty of what was once a splendid ocean-side hotel, built in the late 1800’s, with spectacular panorama of the seascape.
Faith
Christian:
Catholic
Open to All:
Open to All
Mission/Lineage: M.J.S.C. is owned and operated by the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary. You will be welcomed by friendly hospitality, whether you are looking for the solitude of a personal retreat, insights from spiritual direction or nurturing from our many guided retreats, the Center offers ample privacy and quiet respite from the noise and complexities of everyday life. Open to Religious, Clergy, Parish Councils & groups of all faith traditions, Seminarians, Deacons, Vocations, Laity, Ministry groups.
Average Cost: $$ - $$$
Special Needs: Wheelchair Access
Restrictions: No Smoking
Language: English, French
Retreat Type (definitions):
Directed, Guided / Programmed, Personal, Preached, Silent
Features
Meditation:
Centering Prayer, Mindfulness
Mens Retreats:
Mens (no specific type)
Relationship:
Marriage
Special Facility Features:
Bookstore / Gift Shop, Chapel / Temple, Library
Spiritual Direction:
Spiritual Direction
Spiritual Studies:
Contemplative, Prayer, Religious, Text / Scripture
Womens Retreats:
Women (no specific type)
Room Types: Hotel
Total Number of Rooms:
49
Housing: Clean, comfortable, modest rooms include twin beds, dresser/desk & chair, and a rocking chair. Most rooms have a private sink. Common baths and showers are in close proximity to bedrooms.
Meal Availability: Available On Site, Provided - All Meals
Location of this Retreat:
10 Evans Road
Biddeford, ME 04005
United States
Travel Info: We are located at Biddeford Pool, off Route 208
From the Maine Turnpike, Exit Mile 32. After toll booth, go straight through the first set of lights onto a brief connector for about ¾ of a mile, to a 2nd set of traffic lights. Turn left onto Rt. 1. Stay in right lane for about 1 mile. At the next set of lights, turn right onto West Street. Drive ½ mile to the next set of lights. Turn left onto Hill Street. Go about 1 mile to traffic light and turn right onto Pool Road / Rt. 9/208 (S/W). Travel approximately 5 miles, past the University of New England. Turn left at the water tower, keeping with Rt. 208 (S), Bridge Road, toward Biddeford Pool. At the end of the road, turn left onto Mile Stretch Road. Continue about 1 ¼ mile. Turn right onto Evans Road. Drive to the left side of the building to the rear parking lot. Enter on ground level, ocean side. ~ Welcome to Marie Joseph Spiritual Center!