Our Mission Statement
Inspired by The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius Loyola, Loyola on the Potomac, a Jesuit Retreat House, seeks to encourage and support an individual’s spiritual growth and promote a relationship of depth with God.
For more information about Loyola, our Ministry and Vision Click here
Retreats and Programs
Upcoming Retreats at Loyola on the Potomac
Spanish Ignatian Weekend Retreats
We Journey in Hope
April 23-25 (Retreat for Men and Women)
For more information or to register Click Here
Days of Prayer
May 10, 2021, A Little Martha, A Little Mary
For more information or to register Click Here
Young Adult Retreats
(For Adults 18-35)
Growing in our Friendship with Christ
July 30-August 1
For More information: Click Here
Brother Mickey McGrath Retreat (Full)
Call to be added to waiting list
Almost Home: Where Beauty and Justice Meet
Art, stories and Prayers of Unity in Diversity
May 10 – 12
For more information or to register: Click Here
Contemplative Prayer Retreat
June 1 – 9
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Private and Directed Retreats
June 1 – 9
June 15 – 23
June 30 – July 8
August 2 – 10
For more information or to Register: Click Here
Lessons from Loyola on the Potomac
The Retreat House has re- opened for limited guests. Lessons from Loyola will continue to be posted. These videos are on YouTube with the links below.
Archives: Lessons From Loyola and other online programs
Other Inspirational Resources:
Pausing For Prayer with Elaine Ireland:
Reflections from St. Alphonsus Rodriguez Church in Woodstock, Maryland
Please note that ALL retreats are currently limited to 30 guests to remain in compliance with State and County law regarding social distancing. With the number of guests strictly limited, we will require a deposit to hold a reservation.
We do require a daily temperature check and masks must be worn in all common areas of the Retreat House.
Road to Emmaus
Ignatian Weekend Retreats
We Journey in Hope.
For More information: Click Here
To Register: Click here
Directed and Private Retreats
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To Register for a
Directed Retreat: Click Here
To Register for a Private Retreat: Click Here
2020-2021 Days of Prayer
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To Register: Click Here
Each day of Prayer starts at 9:00 am and includes Continental Breakfast, Lunch and Mass. Fee: $40
Young Adult Retreats:
Growing in Our Friendship
with Christ
July 30 – August 1, 2021
For More information: Click Here
To Register: Click Here
Almost Home: Where Beauty and Justice Meet
A Mickey McGrath Retreat
May 10 – 12, 2021
For More Information: Click Here
To Register: Click Here
Contemplative Prayer Retreat
June 1 – 9, 2021
Learn to understand what God is doing when nothing seems to be happening.
For information and the application process: Click Here
Ignatian Leadership for Mission
July 12 – 15
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To Register: Click Here
Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius
June 15 – July 16, 2021
This thirty day retreat offers a personal experience of the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius.
For more information: Click Here
To register: contact: Director@loyolaretreat.org
Come Aside and Rest Awhile
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Loyola Retreat House Inc.
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Jesus on the Cross feels the whole weight of the evil,
and with force of God’s love He conquers it,
He defeats it with his Resurrection.
Pope Francis
Photo by Patrick Malone
Crab Feast
Sunday, September 12, 2021
2:00 to 5:00 pm
All you can Eat (on site)
Crabs, fried chicken, hamburgers and hotdogs,
corn on the cob, cole slaw, potato salad.
-Loyola Cookies-
Beer, Soda & Water
Early Bird ticket Price $50 (until September 1)
Children 7-12 $35 * 6 and under free
To purchase tickets online click here
Or Contact Alice Case at 301-392-0819 or
alice.case@loyolaretreat.org
Crab Feast Sponsorships Available
Event Sponsor – $750
Reserved Table and six tickets
Company Banner at Event
Company logo on Event Banner
Company Logo on Loyola Website
Event Sponsor – $500
4 tickets to Event
Company Name on Event Banner
Company Name on Loyola Website
Event Friend – $250
2 tickets to Event
Company Name on Event Banner
Company Name on Loyola Website
To sponsor: Click Here
If you were not able to join us on Zoom for the Lenten Series, you can access the links below to view each session.
Tuesday, February 23
“’The Spirit Drove Jesus Into the Desert’…Why?”
Father Paul McCarren, SJ
To View Video: Click Here
Tuesday, March 2
“A Deepening Friendship”
Kathleen Maguire-Zeiss
To View Video: Click Here
Tuesday, March 9
“ The Magis of God”
Father Thomas Gavin, SJ
To View Video: Click Here
Tuesday, March 16
“The Cross as Waiting”
Sister Pat Mensing, SSJ
To View Video: Click Here
Tuesday, March 23
“The Glory of God present in the Passion of Christ”
Father Bill Rakowicz, SJ
To View Video: Click Here
Tuesday, March 30
“ Letting Jesus Wash Your Feet”
Elaine Ireland
To View Video: Click Here
Our E-Newsletter Letters from Loyola is published the second Monday of each month; for the latest newsletter: Click Here
To see previous Letters from Loyola: Click Here
If you would like to receive the monthly newsletter email: alice.case@loyolaretreat.org
Ensuring Responsible Ministry at Loyola on the Potomac
As we reopen our doors at Loyola on the Potomac, we want to ensure all of our retreatants, friends and benefactors that we are taking every precaution to maintain a safe, clean, well sanitized environment for all who enter our doors. The following procedures have been established:
The Main Chapel, The St. Ignatius Chapel, All Dining Rooms and the Conference Rooms have been set up to respect the guidelines of social distancing.
There is signage throughout the building to promote awareness and cooperation with our established guidelines.
There are hand sanitizing stations throughout the building.
All staff and guests are asked to respect and follow these safety procedures:
- Sanitize or Wash hands often
- Maintain appropriate social distancing
- Agree to a daily temperature check (this will be done at breakfast)
- Wear a mask in all public spaces
- Please do not move any chairs in the Chapel or Dining Room, they have been spaced according to guidelines for your safety.
In accordance with the Guidelines established by the Archdiocese of Washington, the following procedures are enacted:
- No Holy Water in fonts
- No holding hands during the Lord’s Prayer
- No Sign of Peace will be offered during Mass
- Masks are required at Mass (the Priest will wear a mask during the distribution of Holy Communion only)
- Retreatants are asked to please take Holy Communion by hand. Keep mask on until the Eucharist is placed in your hand, then move away from the Priest to consume.
To view a video regarding our Corona Virus Response: Click Here.
The Hermitage &
Huckleberry House
The Hermitage and Huckleberry Houses are independent structures on our grounds available for directed and private retreats.
Call Angel Restrepo at (301) 392-0801 or email angel.restrepo@loyolaretreat.org for pricing and availabiliy
St. Inigoes Camp
@ Loyola on the Potomac
Camp Rental Available
Accommodations include:
Amphitheater – Chapel
Deep Wash Sinks – Refrigerator
Fire Pit – Hiking Trails
Indoor bathrooms & Showers
Meeting Space – Picnic Pavilions
Open April – November
For information and reservations contact:
Director (301) 392-0806 or email Director@loyolaretreat.org