Bethany Retreat Center
Bethany Retreat Center was established in 1982 by the Anawim Religious Community of Frenchville, Pennsylvania. It is a place apart to rest, renew and be recreated for those seeking a deeper relationship with God.
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Located on 140 acres of partially wooded land in the hills of Pennsylvania, the atmosphere is quiet and peaceful — only 15 miles off Interstate 80.
Come visit us
Bethany Retreat Center invites you to experience a serene journey through nature, featuring a tranquil trail through the woods that includes our Stations of the Cross, leading to the mountaintop cross. We also have a peaceful 102' x 87' labyrinth, the Mysteries of the Rosary, and a beautiful Marian Grotto, perfect for quiet meditation. Expansive lawns and lush gardens provide ample space for reflection and contemplation. Depending on the retreat, Mass may be celebrated in our peaceful prayer center.
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Our spacious dining room offers delicious home-cooked meals, and our air-conditioned prayer space provides a serene atmosphere for spiritual renewal. With both large and medium conference rooms, as well as a hermitage with a kitchenette, our center is ideal for one-day or overnight conferences, retreats, sabbaticals, or private days of reflection.
Personal Retreats
When the schedule permits, individuals and groups are welcome to avail themselves of the prayerful atmosphere of the retreat center for a day or for overnight stays. Arrangements are tailored to the needs and desires of the individual or group. The facilities at Bethany Retreat Center are also available for rent, if you would be interested in bringing your group to the Retreat Center for a private retreat, please contact our office at 814-263-4855.
Spiritual Direction
Sr. Ruth Ann, CA is a Spiritual Director and Retreat Director.
She provides spiritual direction on an ongoing basis as well as spiritual companioning/direction during retreats at Bethany Retreat Center. Sr. Ruth Ann has her degree in Religious Studies from St. Francis University. She is also
a graduate of Shalem’s Spiritual Guidance Program.
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if you would like to speak with Sr. Ruth Ann Madera,
please call Bethany Retreat Center at 814-263-4855
