People from all over the country visit the Abbey of the Genesee.
See what some of our past guests had to say about their time here...
'width' is a duplicate attribute name. Line 1, position 36.
"I treasured the freedom and the silence. We were free to just be."
-E.C. (Cleveland, Ohio)
"Peaceful and recollective- serene. Allows a "slow" thinking process to take place."
-D.B. (Welland, Ontario)
"God speaks in all situations, but here it is easy to hear and simple BE in God."
-L.S. (Rochester, New York)
"All our creature comfort needs are met. We can concentrate on prayer."
-Anonymous
"The warmth, kindness, and nurturing generosity of the Guestmaster and staff made this a very healing, loving, beautiful spiritual growth experience."
-M.R. (Buffalo, NY)
"The gentle atmosphere provided everything- the prayers, the retreat house staff, the quiet demeanor of the monks, and the gentle encouragement to take time for solitude."
-Anonymous
"This is a place of great hospitality and love. Monks and staff have that same spirit."
-C.O. (Philadelphia, PA)
"Thank you for helping us to enter into the world of a grace-filled spiritual desert if only for a few days."
-Anonymous
"I loved the freedom to pray, reflect, study, or relax as the Spirit prompted without concerning myself with anything else."
-B.B. (Cleveland, Ohio)
"Places that offer silence and solitude today are too few. It is a privilege to be here to share in the rhythm of life of the monks."
-Anonymous
