In The Footsteps of St. Francis

A Jubilee Weekend Retreat to walk in the footsteps of St. Francis and the life-changing moments that transformed him

St Mary Of Providence Center

Retreat Center and Senior Living Community

 

In The Footsteps of St. Francis

A Jubilee Weekend Retreat to walk in the footsteps of St. Francis and the life-changing moments that transformed him

Welcome to St Mary of Providence Center!

Located on a historic property with over 50 acres of rolling hills in beautiful Chester County, St Mary of Providence Center is managed by The Daughters of St. Mary of Providence as a retreat center, an independent living center for Seniors, and as a resource to support the spiritual development of the community.

You are welcome at St Mary of Providence!

Retreats & Meetings

Our historic mansion and other buildings can provide comfortable accomodations and meeting space for retreat groups of 15 to over 100 people.  Full-day and part-day meeting facilities are available for service organizations, churches and other religious groups looking for a unique and contemplative location for off-site discussions and reflection.

senior living

We have four different buildings for independent living! Each has access to walking trails, planned activities, chapels and parking.  All in a warm, loving Christian environment!

special events

The Mansion, our Cafe, our multi-purpose room and our grounds are available to host group events, wedding receptions, family celebrations, and other special occasions.  Full-service catering is available.  Limited overnight accomdations are available for large group functions.

Upcoming Events and Retreats

Spiritual Pilgrimage in the Footsteps of St. Francis: A Jubilee Weekend Retreat

October 9-11, 2026 

All are welcome to join us for a peaceful weekend of spiritual renewal ​as we walk in the footsteps of St. Francis on a meaningful “spiritual pilgrimage”, looking at the life-changing moments that transformed him, helping us discover how God is inviting us to transform our own hearts today.

Learn more here!

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Beautiful and serene facilities. The sisters here are very accommodating and helpful. A perfect place to escape the noise of the world.

- Thomas Esterly