Programs
Adelynrood Electronic Cookbook Updated Release
Discover the culinary charm of Adelynrood Retreat and Conference Center with the release of our updated cookbook, offered digitally, and featuring delicious recipes crafted by our talented Chef, Adam Segal. This digital cookbook offers a delightful collection of cherished Adelynrood recipes that celebrate the warmth and hospitality of Adelynrood and the joy of shared meals. […]
2026 Blue Book
The printed version of the 2026 Blue Book is now available! Orders will be fulfilled and shipped on a weekly basis.
The Adelynrood School for Spiritual Direction: Developing and Defining an Understanding of Spiritual Direction
With Linda M. Williams, PhD, SCHC and Kathleen Staudt, PhD, SCHC
This session introduces spiritual direction/spiritual companioning, how it differs from and relates to other kinds of helping relationships, and what gifts it calls out of us. Participants will be introduced to various spiritual direction approaches and invited to explore these in practice sessions. Attention will also be given to models of self-reflection and peer supervision. […]
The 129th Companion Conference: To Bind Together: Cultivating Lovingkindness Through Community
Cost: The total per person cost includes 3 nights lodging, all meals and the program fee: Double Room: $578/person Single Room: $666/person (At this time, no single rooms are available. To join the single room wait-list, you can register for a double room, then email Sarah van Gulden at gm@schcCompanions.org) Each bedroom comes with 1 […]
Virtual Icon Writing Retreat: Mary Magdalene
With Kara Gillette
The Society of the Companions of the Holy Cross is excited to offer this virtual icon writing retreat led by Kara Gillette, founder of Sophia Icon Studio. Iconography - the painting or "writing" of icons - is a living tradition and perhaps the oldest form of Christian sacred art. It has been an integral part […]
The Adelynrood School for Spiritual Direction: Integrating Practices of Discernment and Self-Care
With Kathleen Staudt, PhD, SCHC and The Reverend Anne Williamson
This session focuses on the core practice of discernment in spiritual direction, drawing on Benedictine, Ignatian, Quaker and other models. Students will explore their own spiritual journeys and practices of prayer. Attention is also given to practices of spiritual self-care for those who offer spiritual companionship. Prior to the first session, participants should read chapters […]