Adelynrood Retreat and Conference Center

11/13/2025

“In the darkness, in the valley of shadow, we can feel isolated and afraid. But once we have the light of hope, we begin to see just how many people share in our struggle. The first step toward community is recognizing our common humanity. Instead of seeing strangers in the dark, we recognize fellow climbers in the light.”

― Steven Charleston, Ladder to the Light: An Indigenous Elder's Meditations on Hope and Courage

10/22/2025

Fall scenes. 🍁 🍂

10/16/2025

Thank you to everyone who has already signed up for the upcoming virtual program, Claiming Your Spirituality in the Second Half of Life.

For those of you who intend to participate, please register soon at the link below. This program will sell out.

In the summer of 2022, we gathered at Adelynrood Retreat and Conference Center with Linda Williams to explore the concept of "Spirituality for the Sec...

08/12/2025

While in the stillness of the garden, we are blessed with beautiful music from our chapel, joining the birdsong in a hymn only nature could compose. Even our four-legged friends pause to savor the peace of it all.

08/11/2025

At Adelynrood, nature always finds a way to make itself at home, sometimes in the most unexpected places! 🪺💛 Our feathered friends have decided on a new perfect spot for their cozy nest. (Sound on!)

07/25/2025

You never know what (or who!) you may come across at Adelynrood...

Even Honest Abe is sprouting some fresh ideas in our dining room these days! 🌱👀

07/14/2025

“In the spiritual life, we all have a job description to fulfill. In two of the messages I received, this is seen in the image of a spiritual medic or a spiritual construction worker. These are different images, but they carry similar messages: We are here for a reason. Our lives are entrusted to us for a purpose. It is not always an easy or glamorous job, but it is the vital work of restoration, reconciliation, and renewal that must be done, and done on the run in the face of rapid changes.”

― Steven Charleston, Ladder to the Light: An Indigenous Elder's Meditations on Hope and Courage

07/11/2025

Spinach and Feta Pie with Home baked Focaccia and a corn salad...We are salivating over this dish!

Now you, too, can discover the culinary charm of Adelynrood with the release of our updated cookbook, offered digitally, and featuring delicious recipes crafted by our talented Chef, Adam Segal.

This cookbook offers a delightful collection of cherished Adelynrood recipes that celebrate the warmth and hospitality of Adelynrood and the joy of shared meals. This digital cookbook offers a diverse array of dishes to suit every palate and occasion.

Order your digital copy here: https://adelynrood.secure.retreat.guru/program/adelynrood-electronic-cookbook-updated-release/

07/08/2025

There's still time to register for the program, "Seeing as a Spiritual Practice," taking place from July 18-20.

This weekend retreat will invite participants to understand sight as a vital spiritual act, a Franciscan virtue that allows us to encounter our world with tenderness and empathy.

Through group discussions, silent contemplation, and guided exercises in writing, drawing, or photography, we will experience holy seeing as a way to open our eyes and hearts to beauties that we often overlook, and to scenes of suffering from which we instinctively avert our eyes.

Sign up here: https://adelynrood.secure.retreat.guru/program/seeing-as-a-spiritual-practice/

06/27/2025

Get Your Adelynrood Digital Cookbook, Updated Release!

https://www.adelynrood.org/get-your-adelynrood-digital-cookbook-updated-release/

06/26/2025

It was a joy to host Companions for the 128th Companion Conference, “Building Resilience and Renewal for Ourselves, the Companionship, and the World.”

This year’s gathering brought together Companions from near and far for a time of reflection, connection and spiritual renewal.

Here are a few highlights.

Society of the Companions of the Holy Cross

06/05/2025

Another delicious dish from Chef Adam! San Francisco Salad Platter w/ grilled chicken, avocado, pear, and candied pecan.

Did you know that we recently digitally re-released his cookbook, Offerings from Adelynrood?

Take Adelynrood home with you!

You can purchase the cookbook here: https://adelynrood.secure.retreat.guru/program/adelynrood-electronic-cookbook-updated-release/

Bon appétit!