And many are taking the journey. Mt. Calvary Monastery and Retreat House in Santa Barbara, Calif., hosts more than 2,200 people a year. Many people who grew up during the '60s and '70s have a certain distrust of institutions. They have now reached an age where they want to get in touch with the spiritual side of life, but a large, organized church can be off-putting. A monastic setting is perfect for withdrawing from our daily lives and giving ourselves the opportunity of reflecting on where we've been, and where we might be going.
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