Centre Maison Dieu Silent Retreat Centre is a place set apart which strives to foster a new monasticism. It is for those who are pilgrims and seekers, searching for silence and renewal.
The site covers some forty acres, located at 52203 Range Road 61, Rural Parkland County, Alberta (approximately 10 km. south of Seba Beach, Alberta). There is one lovely cottage available, La Cellule, self-catering and giving full privacy. A bed-sitting room is also available with private bathroom and access to a kitchenette. A small Church building on the property presently serves “pilgrims.” A small chapel in the basement walk-in level of the main house, St. Mary Magdalene Chapel, is available as well. Reverend Trudeau presides at services held in both.
The hope is that individuals will take intentional time to be alone for a period of time conducive to true reflection — a time of refreshment and renewal. There are trails on the property on which to walk, think, and pray. Reverend Trudeau is available for those needful of spiritual direction. We recognize that each person arrives with their own needs for spiritual nourishment, at times largely unaware of how deep that need is. We offer solitude as needed and support when sought.
We welcome pilgrims to Centre Maison Dieu: to walk trails, for a time of peace, relaxation, and introspection. Birders and mycophiles are welcome, as are those who simply need green space and silence. Because of other pilgrims, there is need to contact us first.
Our bed-sitting room and cottage are presently available for those who wish to stay. We were hit hard by COVID 19, though the cottage would have been a grand place to isolate, being private and fully functional. Note the pictures.
Our bed-sitting room has a couch that opens into a double bed, with a bathroom and a small kitchenette for simple meals. Full meals may be arranged ahead of time with us or at your own table for an extra fee, as with laundry. Though occasional travellers may stop here, the ordinary agreement is for three days to a week.
The cottage, La Cellule, is a beautiful site with all amenities. A true silent retreat is, obviously, done alone. The cottage has a double bed bedroom (the loft is strictly for family), a living room, kitchen and bathroom. Arrangements can be made for laundry. Though basic items are provided, there is need that one come with groceries.
Current rates are $80.00 per night for the bed-sitting room.
The cottage rate is $90.00 per night (a minimum of three nights) and a reduced rate for the week, which is $550.00 at present. Prices include GST. The cottage kitchen has a two burner hotplate (also know as a hob), a crockpot, a large electric Dutch Oven, a Kitchen Aid processor, microwave, pots and pans, electric kettle, coffee and tea pots, dishes, bowls, cutlery, glassware as well as a full refrigerator with upper freezer. There are books but, purposely, no television or sound system or Wifi. To truly relax and meditate, ponder whether, or how, you use your phone service.
Sheets and towels are supplied, as are kitchen basics.
For more information please contact us at:
or phone
1.780.797.2600.
