Going on Retreat: A Beginner's Guide to the Christian Retreat Experience

Each year thousands of people seek personal renewal and enlightenment through spiritual retreats. In this valuable guide, author Margaret Silf answers questions such as:

• Why do people make retreats?

• What types of retreats are available?

• What role do retreat companions play?

• How should I prepare for my retreat?

• How can I sustain the retreat experience?

• Where can I find a retreat center near me?

Also discussed are the costs of various types of retreats, the amenities that are provided, and a complete description of one of the most popular retreat formats, the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola.