Why pilgrims come
A sacred place worth the journey.
An urban Benedictine monastery in Bridgeport offering three private retreat apartments for individuals, couples, and families who want to pray with the community.
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The pilgrim’s guide
What makes this visit meaningful
Holy Cross makes monastic retreat possible inside Chicago: private apartment lodging, the Benedictine prayer rhythm, and a neighborhood setting rather than an isolated rural campus.
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Live the prayer rhythm
Plan the stay around the community’s current liturgy and preserve the silence of the house.
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Confirm directly
Rooms, meals, eligibility, accessibility, donations, and arrival times can change outside ordinary hotel systems.
Overnight stay available
Three air-conditioned retreat apartments with private entrances are available by direct inquiry.
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