The Sisters of St. Benedict at Our Lady of Grace Monastery have announced the closing of the Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center. The retreat center will close its doors in 15 months on May 31, 2024, after 43 years of welcoming guests. The Benedict Inn has enhanced lives through spiritual programs and offered rental facilities in a hospitable, peaceful environment. “The Sisters came to this decision after much discernment and prayer,” said Monastery Prioress Sister Julie Sewell. “The condition of the building is making it harder and harder to operate day to day. Furthermore, our community has financially supported the operations of the retreat ministry for many years and can no longer commit to the degree that is needed to move the facility into the future.” The Benedict Inn, along with the monastery, will be torn down to provide for something new. “As we look into the future, we will continue a much beloved spirituality ministry but on a much smaller scale. It is our desire to welcome others to a place of hospitality and warmth to seek and find God.” Sewell added. A new monastery building, and renewed spirituality ministry will enable the sisters to serve the people of Beech Grove and the Archdiocese of Indianapolis into the future. For more information on the Sisters of St. Benedict at Our Lady of Grace Monastery, please go to benedictine.com
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