Visiting Us: A Haven in the Wilderness

The Monastery of the Holy Spirit is a place of solitude and peace in a noisy world—a protected sanctuary for spiritual renewal and reflection. The monastery has a long tradition of welcoming those seeking respite in a peaceful environment. The monks spend much of their time in contemplation, searching for truth. This journey into solitude makes them well equipped to accompany others who have embarked on spiritual journeys. Perhaps for this reason, the monastery attracts people at a crossroads in their lives, serving as a haven for those in need of guidance or a quiet rest along the way.

The monastery is one of the largest tourist attractions in Rockdale County. Individuals of all faiths flock to the monastery; less than half of all visitors are Catholic. With its beautiful, sprawling grounds, the monastery is a popular spot for picnics and daytime strolls, and is a frequent destination for tourists interested in the site’s history. The Monastery welcomes guests to experience a retreat for a day, or as long as a week, of restful recollection and spiritual renewal.

The Monastery of the Holy Spirit is located in Conyers, Georgia, 35 miles east of Atlanta. See our map for directions.

The Welcome Center
The Welcome Center is open for visitors six days a week, Monday – Saturday. Father Malachy greets our visitors from 9:30 AM – Noon, and 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Here is shown a video about the monastery which tells about the history and monastic life. Father Malachi is available to answer any questions you may have, and directs you to other areas of interest.

Day Visits
The monastery welcomes individual or group day visitors who come for a day of reflection, and to enjoy the silence and solitude of the monastic landscape. If you are planning a group visit (of 10 or more people), it is necessary to let us know in advance. Contact the Retreat House MORE INFORMATION

Retreats
An invitation to retreat. We offer several types of retreats during the mid-week, and weekends. These retreats can be private, or you can register for one of our scheduled topical sessions. This will offer you the opportunity to encounter God in solitude, in stillness, in the beauty of nature, in the healing rhythm of the contemplative lifestyle in the presence of a praying Community. MORE INFORMATION

Monastic Guest Program
The monastery has opened its doors of hospitality to allow men the opportunity to experience monastic life by living within the monastic community for extended periods of time. MORE INFORMATION

See our Daily Liturgical Schedule