Olmsted Manor Retreat Center

01/26/2026

The sacred rhythm of winter: stillness and movement, existing side-by-side.

The woods rest, while the water continues its work.

As the current storm has reminded us (whether we like it or not!), sometimes the best thing for our souls is to simply stop thrashing against the current and match the rhythm of the season. There is deep work happening in the quiet and the rest.

Come find your rhythm at Olmsted.

12/29/2025

To our hardworking clergy and church staff: you poured yourselves out this Advent season into Christmas, and now it's time to refill your cup. Olmsted Manor invites you to step away from the demands of ministry and into the quiet embrace of winter. Recharge, reflect, and find renewal here. Your work matters, and so does your well-being. Plan your restorative retreat with us.

12/20/2025

Though she's best known for "In the Bleak Midwinter," Christina Rossetti wrote a number of poems that movingly capture the spirit of the Advent season.

This poem, "Advent Sunday," ends with that most beautiful invitation from Song of Songs: "Arise, My love, My fair one, come away."

Advent is a season that calls us to step away from the noise and "hold Him fast" as we await the coming of Jesus. If your spirit is feeling wearied this winter, make space for the stillness that comes before the sunrise.

Take some time this day to wait on God in quiet hope. And, as always, you are invited to come away and watch for the daybreak with us.

12/12/2025

Advent blessings to you, as we prepare our hearts for the coming of the King of Glory!

If you weren't able to make it last week, don't forget that this Sunday, December 14th, will be our final Christmas open house of 2025, from 3-7pm. Join us for music, cookies, and more, and enjoy the unmatched warmth of Olmsted this season.

Here's the musical lineup:
3pm- Sharon Bond
4pm- Adam Hickey
5-7pm- Becky Jensen

12/03/2025

You're invited to step into the warmth of the season at the annual Christmas Open House at Olmsted Manor.

Join us on December 7th or 14th, from 3-7pm, as the historic Manor House and grounds are once again transformed and adorned for Christmas—maybe the most beautiful time of year at Olmsted! Take a moment out of the holiday rush to enjoy live music from local artists, savor Christmas cookies and cider, and simply be together as we celebrate the birth of Christ.

Bring your family and friends! We look forward to sharing this treasured tradition with you.

12/02/2025

"Come away."

That is the invitation offered to everyone who steps onto the sacred grounds of Olmsted Manor. Step out of the rush of everyday life, and into a set-apart time in the presence of God. That's our ministry.

This Giving Tuesday, your donation will help us maintain this special place—a true sanctuary for renewal, Christian hospitality, and spiritual growth amidst breathtaking beauty.

Help us ensure that when people need a moment to come away, Olmsted Manor is ready to welcome them. Every gift supports the peace and tranquility that makes Olmsted such a blessing. Please consider whether you might set up a recurring gift, and invite those for whom Olmsted Manor has been a treasured place to join you in it!

Give securely online here: https://secure.myvanco.com/YH02/campaign/C-YJ89

05/09/2025

Olmsted Manor Retreat Center seeks a detail-oriented person with bookkeeping experience and accounting knowledge for our open Part-Time Financial Administrator position. In this position, you'll be assisting in managing financial records, assisting with bookkeeping tasks, and ensuring accuracy in financial reporting. You'll work closely with the Executive Director to maintain organized accounts and support day-to-day financial and administrative operations. Go to our website, https://www.olmstedmanor.org/employment.html, for a full job description and an application. If you're ready to apply your financial expertise in a relaxing, supportive work environment, we'd love to hear from you!

02/06/2025

We are one month away from the annual Prayer Retreat. Have you registered yet?!

Do you long for 2024 to become your “Yes!” year — a fresh, exciting year of discerning and saying yes to God’s new possibilities and breakthroughs? At this retreat, you will learn and gain...

12/11/2024

Thank you to the Swanson family for decorating the manor living room this year! Come out and see their beautiful work this Sunday from 3-7PM for the Christmas Open House. Free and family friendly!