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The sheer importance of retreats has been highlighted for many of us Catholics throughout the pandemic, as we face a variety of new challenges it’s more important than ever to find connection to God. Catholic retreats offer followers a simple yet powerful way to regain that connection, and to come together in celebration of his...

Catholicism is full of rich traditions which have kept the faith alive and well through so much turmoil in the years since its inception. One of these traditions is the attendance of retreats, during which the attendees undertake certain activities which bring them closer to God. Catholic private school retreats are still held each year...

The idea of a retreat, which is to withdraw from typical daily circumstances usually for education and relaxation, has been a part of our collective culture for as long as history itself. We innately know that we must spend time away from what we do, to break the monotony and to recover and start building...

To those employers who have managed to maintain their workforce despite the difficulties of the recent pandemic, we commend you. Most people are absolutely reliant on their job for their own survival and that of their family, so keeping them on can be considered a heroic act. Although working through this pandemic has come with...

One of the best ways to decompress and relax from the past year or two's difficulties is enjoying a private group retreat in FL with Orange Springs Retreat! By organizing a getaway with a group of parents in your neighborhood, you can come and enjoy an outdoor group retreat full of relaxing and fun activities....

At Orange Springs Retreat, there is one thing we have consistently been able to count on with our guests. They never regret being out and about in nature during their vacation or off-time. Being so close to the border of the Ocala National Forest, Orange Springs Retreat has beautiful views, trails, and nature in abundance....

Whether you’re looking for a retreat for your employees, or for your church or social group, choosing an appropriate kind of retreat may be difficult. You may wish to empower them to give them the means to live a happier life, or simply to help them to see that they can continue to grow. Whatever...

Summer is fast approaching and Orange Springs Retreat has already been hosting all kinds of retreats in Central FL! The summer is for relaxing and enjoying the outdoors, the sunlight, and making memories with friends and family. Floridians have the privilege of being able to enjoy many of these things year round, but even we...

The church is a holy place of worship. It is also a place where many people can come together and be part of a community that shares similar values. For many, creating a habit of going to church and practicing their faith can be a powerful experience that brings you through many tough times—times like...

Here's great coverage from Florida Trend entitled "Yoga Retreats in Florida," that includes coverage of Orange Springs Retreat Center. From the article: Many private instructors who teach daily classes in your town also host out-of-town retreats during the year at private homes or parks. In Tampa, Val Spies expanded her Lotus Room studio to add...

I can’t believe it’s been 10 years since Orange Springs Retreat Center was featured in the New York Times! We have come such a long way with updated facilities, cabins and activities but we still have the same spirit! When you arrive at the OSRC, a feeling of “home” and comfort suddenly takes over. You...

While 90% of our rental groups do all their own programming and scheduling, we are happy to help those who are new to planning group retreats as well as those looking for new ideas. Our flat per-person rate includes all meals lodging and exclusive use of the entire facility, however, we can also help you...