Unknown Knowing: A Women’s 12 Step Retreat for Deepening Spiritual Connection
With Mary McQuaid
November 13 - 15, 2026
November 13-15, 2026
Unknown Knowing: A Women’s 12 Step Retreat for Deepening Spiritual Connection
There’s a place within each of us that knows—a quiet, steady presence beneath the noise of fear, control, and self-will. But how often do we dismiss that inner voice because we can’t explain it?
Unknown Knowing is a retreat for women in 12 Step recovery who long to deepen their conscious contact with a Higher Power—and with themselves.
Through prayer, meditation, journaling, movement, and women’s circle, we will create space to pause, listen, and reconnect with the still, small voice within. Together, we’ll explore how to trust our intuitive guidance, even when we don’t fully understand it.
This is a space of spiritual exploration—not about figuring it out, but about allowing the truth to rise.
ARRIVAL INFORMATION
Holy Mountain Franciscan Retreat Center
40 Franciscan Way, Garrison, NY 10524
Drive to the top of the mountain, turn left into the parking lot, and enter under the Graymoor sign. Guests park only in the front lot.
Check-In: 3:00 PM. Check-Out/Rooms Cleared: 10:00 AM
- Take the first elevator to the 5th Floor.
- Check in at the Retreat Office.
- Use the second elevator to access guest rooms on floors 6-8.
Guest Rooms
- Private rooms, or double by request
- Bathrooms located across the hall
- 5th-floor access code posted outside the Retreat Office
Please Bring / Note
- Bath towel(s)
- Personal toiletries
- Bathrobes must be worn in halls
- Proper attire – no pajamas in the dining room.
Helpful Information
- Wi-Fi: No password required
- Assistance/Security: 845-803-6068 (Rooms, AC, Smoke Alarms, Lost Key)
- Emergency: 911
- Snack Machine: 4th floor
Meals are served promptly in the Dining Room on 5th Floor
- Breakfast: 8:00 AM
- Lunch: 12:00 PM
- Dinner: 5:00 PM
Departure Instructions
- Leave sheets and towels (inside a pillowcase) outside your door
- Place trash can outside your door
- Turn off lights, fans, and air conditioning
- Return dishes to the dining room
- Return room key to the basket outside the Retreat Office
Please Protect Our Pipes
Flush toilet paper only. “Flushable” wipes cause damage and flooding.
While You’re Here
- Trail of Glory Art Exhibit (3rd Floor)
- Book & Gift Center (4th Floor) Wed. -Sun.
- Thrift Store (16 Franciscan Way) Wed. – Sun.
- Labyrinth Prayer Walk
- That Nothing Be Lost Thrift Store (16 Franciscan Way) Wed. – Sun
Dear Guests,
This retreat house is home to the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement.
Please always be mindful and respectful, maintaining quiet in
guest rooms and hallways.
Outside chapels close at dusk.
If you arrive after hours or need assistance with your room or meeting space, call Security/Maintenance at 845-803-6068
Kacey
845-690-1104
Holy Mountain Franciscan Retreat Center
40 Franciscan Way, Garrison, NY 10524
Our Lady of the Atonement Retreat House
41 Old Highland Turnpike, Garrison, NY 10524
About the Leader
Mary McQuaid
Mary McQuaid has been facilitating recovery and wellness retreats in NY for 28 years. She is a NYS Certified Addiction Recovery Coach, Personal Development Coach & Guided Meditation Artist living in Rhinebeck, NY. Having had a spiritual awakening, she tries to carry the message to others and practice the principles, one day at a time.
Learn more about Mary McQuaid