St. Gertrude's 

Monastery

Cottonwood, ID

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October 8th - 14th, 2026

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One Week Retreat

Sessions begin Friday evening

and conclude the following Thursday morning

 

Friends, join me for a meditative week of icon painting in the serene setting of the St. Gertrude Monastery! This year students will have the option of painting the icon of St. Benedict (pictured) -OR- the icon of St. Scholastica, his twin sister and the foundress of the Benedictine Nuns (icon design will post soon). Prayers, discussion and music will enrich the experience and help students connect deeply with the saint, with God and with themselves.

 

Cost for this retreat is: 

$885 for a Single Room

$845 for a Shared Room

Invite a friend!!!​

 

Tuition includes:

• 5+ days of instruction in the practice of iconography

• All supplies for painting provided, including high-quality icon panels and 23ct gold leaf

• 6 nights lodging at the beautiful Spirit Center 

• 3 meals/day, shared with the community of sisters

• Morning coffee/tea/hot water

• Access to a private kitchen

• Access to beautiful walking trails

• Optional daily Hours with the sisters

• St. Gertrude's may be able to offer financial assistance - please contact the monastery directly.

• The monastery can assist with some transportation from nearby regional airports and the local bus stop (click here for details on travel).

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Students of all ability are welcome to join! Register via the monastery's website by clicking the link below.

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