Monastère de Notre Dame du Perpétuel-Secours à Sainte-Thérèse
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In the Diocese of Saint-Jérôme / Mont-Laurier (Canada), there is a small community of contemplative nuns ready to welcome you to spend time among them in prayer and silence.
Retreats organized by the community
The community of Redemptoristine nuns in Sainte-Thérèse
Located in the heart of Sainte-Thérèse (Québec), the monastery of the Redemptoristine nuns is part of a long tradition of Christian spiritual retreats in Canada. Placed under the patronage of Saint Teresa of Avila, a major figure in spirituality, the town of Sainte-Thérèse has been home to this contemplative community since 1963.
Founded with the support of Bishop Pierre Décary and approved by Bishop Émilien Frenette of the Diocese of Saint-Jérôme, the monastery was born from the desire to establish a French-speaking presence of the Redemptoristines. Three sisters from Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré initiated this foundation, soon joined by other nuns.
At the heart of both the world and the city, the Redemptoristine nuns are called to be a praying presence, a living memory of redeeming Love.
A life shaped by prayer and contemplation
Founded in 1731 in Scala (Italy) by Marie Céleste Crostarosa and Saint Alphonsus Liguori, the Redemptoristines belong to a contemplative order centered on prayer and the remembrance of Christ throughout the day.
Their daily life is organized around:
- liturgical prayer (5 offices per day),
- manual or intellectual work,
- times of silence, rest, and meditation.
Each sister offers her talents in service of the community, in a spirit of simplicity and prayer. A private garden also allows for moments of contemplative walking and wonder.
What to expect during your stay
Going on a spiritual retreat in Sainte-Thérèse
The monastery offers individual spiritual retreats in a setting conducive to silence and renewal.
Guests can:
- take part in Mass and the daily liturgy,
- experience times of deep silence,
- rest, read, and pray,
- walk in the surroundings of the monastery.
This Christian retreat in Sainte-Thérèse offers a true pause in a busy world, helping you rediscover inner peace and clarity.
Monastery guest house, a simple and peaceful welcome
The monastery guest house offers 6 rooms, available for stays of at least 2 days.
The features of the stay include:
- single rooms,
- participation in the liturgical life,
- a small spiritual library available,
- spaces for silence and rest.
A large room also allows for hosting groups, for recollections, formation sessions, preparation for the sacraments, and more. It is accessible to people with reduced mobility thanks to an elevator.
Geography and activities
A monastery in the heart of the city, near Montreal
The monastery is located in Sainte-Thérèse, in the Diocese of Saint-Jérôme, about:
- 20 minutes from Laval,
- 30 to 40 minutes from Montreal.
Easy to access, it offers a rare balance between urban life and monastic calm, ideal for an accessible spiritual retreat.
What to do around the monastery?
Nearby:
- Jardin des Sources Park, ideal for walking and observing nature
- Sainte-Thérèse-d’Avila Church, an architectural gem open to the public
- green spaces conducive to recollection
These places perfectly complement the experience of a spiritual retreat in Québec, combining prayer, nature, and silence.
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