Conversations are limited in this house where priority is given to engaging in the success of spiritual calm. Quiet reflection orders the tone of this lovely house and its spacious lawns. The absence of telephones, television, radios and tape recorders insure a spirit of tranquillity. While absorbing the stillness new perspectives open and spiritual strength is renewed. Although most people come alone, groups of eleven or less do come for shared silence with some discussion and conference time set aside if desired.
Many groups bring their own retreat directors.
At Mary House there is no set schedule. Retreatants supply their own food and prepare meals in the fully equipped kitchen. The Abbey is close by and those staying at Mary House are welcomed in the visitors' chapels for daily Eucharist and Divine Office. Lay persons own and operate the house and all running expenses are derived from the generosity of guests.