You Are WELCOME Here!
Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center welcomes all people to experience the natural beauty of God’s creation in the Sonoran Desert of Arizona. Breathtaking sunsets give way to sunrises announced by the calls of the Cactus Wren and Gambel’s Quail. The gardens throughout the nine-acre campus are filled with native plants, trees, and many species of Sonoran Desert cacti. At an elevation of 2,580 feet, the campus is somewhat cooler than the Phoenix metropolitan area, especially during the glorious evening and early morning hours.
When you arrive, you will be warmly greeted by our people-centered staff, who will help orient you to your surroundings. Each bedroom has a private bathroom and a patio or balcony, with most offering spectacular mountain views. Our experienced chefs prepare homemade, healthy meals for our guests. A heated swimming pool and Jacuzzi are available for relaxation and enjoyment. Meeting rooms equipped with Wi-Fi and audiovisual support provide everything needed for a successful meeting, conference, or retreat.
This oasis in the desert features three walking paths with audio-guided meditation including a Labyrinth, Prayer Pathway, and Islands of Silence.
Retreats at Spirit in the Desert welcome people of all faiths and traditions to experience reconciliation, renewal, healing, and transformation. Churches of all denominations and related organizations can gather their leaders and members in a peaceful getaway environment designed to encourage meaningful communication, reflection, and productivity.
Spirit in the Desert also welcomes individuals seeking a personal retreat for a day, a weekend, or longer—a quiet space for rest, renewal, and reconnection.
The staff at Spirit looks forward to seeing you at this special place where people experience the love of God, joyful hospitality and a renewal of their callings in the world.