The Society of Franciscan Deacons
July 19 - 24, 2026
Father James Puglisi, SA, welcomes The Society of Franciscan Deacons and their spouses for a weeklong retreat, Sunday dinner through Friday lunch here on the Holy Mountain.
Welcome to Holy Mountain Franciscan Retreat Center
Address for GPS: 40 Franciscan Way, Garrison (Philipstown), NY 10524
Enter Graymoor from Route 9, drive to the top of the mountain, and turn left into the large parking lot by the Welcome Center. Enter under the Graymoor sign and take the elevator to the Retreat Office (5th floor) to pick up your room key and back door code. First Aid and Lost & Found are also located there.
Meals: 8:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 5:00 PM
Dining Room (5th floor) — open all day for water, tea, juice, and ice.
Wi-Fi: No password required.
Assistance: Security: 845-803-6068 | Emergency: 911
Facilities & Amenities
- Private rooms, shared bathrooms. Please bring soap, towels, and toiletries (sheets provided)
- Trail of Glory Art Exhibit: 3rd floor
- Snack & soda machines; Café refrigerators: 4th floor
- Book & Gift Center (4th floor): Wed–Sat 9 AM–5 PM; Sun 9 AM–3 PM
- Kitchenette, conference room & living room: 7th floor
- Labyrinth Prayer Walk: daily, next to Our Lady of Atonement Chapel
- “That Nothing Be Lost” Thrift Store: 16 Franciscan Way, Wed–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
Departure Instructions
- Place sheets in a pillowcase outside your door (leave comforter in room)
- Turn off lights and fans
- Place trash outside your door
- Bring water bottles and recyclables to the 7th-floor kitchenette
- Return keys to the basket outside the Retreat Office
Thank you for visiting the Holy Mountain!