St. Paul of the Cross Presents...
2025-2026 Retreat Season
It is a wonderful opportunity to take some time away from our busy world, your obligations and your stressors. Make time to rest, reflect and recharge.
Come to our historic and peaceful scared space, where you can quiet your mind, open your heart and soul to breathe. Come and pray, worship at the feet of our Lord, hear His words for you and make the retreat experience your own!
Our retreat center is located in the heart of South South Slopes, a historic gem of Pittsburgh. It offers beautiful gardens, updated rooms for retreatants, an intimate chapel for time of prayer and worship, many quiet spaces to relax and scenic views of city. The retreat schedule provides for a relaxed pace of spiritual programming/workshops, personal growth, as well as times for fellowship, personal prayer, or casual walks outside around our peaceful campus. Not to mention enjoy our amazing chef prepared meals throughout the weekend!
FAQ's
Who are these for?
Men as young as 18 are most welcomed. High school students are welcomed to attend but must be accompanied with an adult.
What time are we to arrive by?
Check in is at 4:00 pm.
How Many Can Attend and What’s My Room Like?
St. Paul’s Retreat Center can accommodate over 100 people depending on individuals’ needs. There are currently 88 single rooms – 26 of which can accommodate two retreatants. There are a number of rooms with private bathrooms which ordinarily are reserved for retreatants with serious medical issues.
Dietary Needs
If you are in need of serious food allergy accommodations please contact Nicole Buchek, Event Coordinator 4 weeks prior to one’s retreat at 412-381-7676. Thank you!
Will My Vehicle and Belongings Be Secure?
The property and parking lots are surrounded by a fence and the building is accessed by a security code that you will be given at the retreat.
Is their WiFi?
Yes, we have WiFi.
Is Confession Included?
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available Friday evening at the Retreat Center and in the Monastery Church on Saturday from 3:00 – 4:00 PM.
What About Personal Direction?
If you wish to discuss a personal struggle or seek answers to questions, personal spiritual direction with the retreat priests are available on Saturday. One merely needs to sign up for one of the half-hour time slots on the lists posted outside the office of each priest. One may need some guidance with marriage, the Church’s doctrine, or a time to share one’s inner thoughts. Their words of wisdom may make the retreat worth more than one could ever imagine. Don’t pass up this opportunity.
