Bon Secours Retreat and Conference Center

10/04/2026

Prayers of "peace and all good" to you on this very special Feast of St. Francis of Assisi!

As we celebrate the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, we reflect on how interconnected we, fellow human brothers & sisters, are with all of God's creatures. May we be compassionate neighbors on our shared planet.

Today, as Season of Creation comes to a close, we offer this final blessing:

May the God who sprung water from a rock,
quenching the thirst of those who wandered in fear, spare us from the drought of a senseless life.

May the God who flows from the wells of salvation, and who is Living Water to the foreigner, the stranger, and the unknown, keep us in peace.

May the God who rolls on like a river, changing the course of the world with streams of righteousness that guide the Church's vessel in this world, empower us to work for transformation.

And may the blessing of our merciful God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, keep us and preserve us in eternal life.

(Anglican Episcopal Church of Brazil)

10/04/2026

Pope Leo XIV on the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis of Assisi, and his Feast Day.

"[T]oday — on the eighth centenary of his death — I wish to recall a laborer who worked with great fruitfulness in the Lord’s vineyard: Saint Francis of Assisi, whom Jesus himself asked to repair his Church. Inspired by the Crucified One, Francis first and foremost built his own life upon the foundation of Christ, sharing in his poverty, joy and sufferings, even to the point of receiving the mystical sign of the stigmata. A man of fervent prayer, full of charity toward all, he was an example to the first friars who shared his asceticism as an authentic condition for the reform of the Church. Saint Francis repaired the Church by virtue of his faith in the Lord Jesus, healing the rifts of discord through the witness of fraternal love.

"Dear friends, the charism of Saint Francis continues to bear fruit even today, after eight centuries. This is attested to, not only by the great and vibrant Franciscan family but also by the many gifts that his spiritual legacy bestows upon the People of God. As we celebrate the Franciscan Jubilee Year, therefore, let us perseveringly ask for the gift of peace and sincerely commit ourselves to building harmony among peoples."

10/02/2026

Congratulations to the Cohort 7 graduates of the Bon Secours Spiritual Direction Institute! Please join us in praying for them as they begin their ministry as spiritual directors.

Interested in learning about our spiritual director training program? Cohort 8 begins in April!

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09/14/2026

🛍️ Join us for our Vendor Fair at Bon Secours!

Stop by on Friday, September 18 from 1–6 PM and shop a wonderful variety of local vendors featuring handmade goods, books, body oils, jewelry, sweet treats, honey, apparel, and more!

The Vendor Fair is open to the public, so bring a friend and spend the afternoon shopping and supporting local businesses. 💙

📍 Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center
1525 Marriottsville Road, Marriottsville, MD

09/12/2026

On the 25th Anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, may we never forget the lives lost, the families bearing their absence; the courage of first responders, and the sacrifices they made. Remember the victims, but also our shared resilience. Christ’s light overcame darkness, inspiring hope, healing, faith and peace.

09/11/2026

🍷 Sip. Savor. Support.

Join us for W**e & Wonder, an unforgettable afternoon of exceptional w**e, delicious food, live music, and meaningful fellowship—all in support of the Sisters of Bon Secours and their ministries in the USA and beyond.

Enjoy a flight of five handcrafted Penn Oaks W**ery w**es, delicious hors d'oeuvres, live entertainment, and the opportunity to gather with friends while supporting a mission of healing, compassion, and Good Help.

📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Bon Secours Stone House
1527 Marriottsville Road
Marriottsville, MD 21104

🎟️ $45 per person
Your ticket includes food, live music, and a five-w**e tasting flight. Additional w**e will be available for purchase.

🍇Reserve your spot today:
https://bonsecours.us/event/w**e-wonder-2026/

Bring your friends, invite your family, and join us for an afternoon of great w**e, great company, and a great cause.

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