Mary Trainer, RSM

Sister Mary Trainer, RSM, is the founding director of Cranaleith Spiritual Center. She earned a Ph.D. in social psychology from Boston University and a certificate in spiritual guidance from Shalem Institute. Mary is also the founder of Mercy International Center in Dublin, Ireland, where the charism of mercy continues to renew the vision and life of mercy in the world.  She also brings her background in organizational development and spirituality into her ministry of Leadership Development with the staff of groups serving the poor, as well as into her work with leaders in business and the professions through the Center’s Work & Spirit programs. Mary offers Spiritual Direction at Cranaleith and serves on the Board of Directors.

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Upcoming Programs by Mary Trainer, RSM

Individual Virtual Directed Retreat

Also Maria DiBello, RSM and Bernadette Rudolph

Open Dates
Stay at home or bring your retreat experience to the beach, mountains or wherever you are!

Solitude Day (self-catered)

Also Maria DiBello, RSM and Bernadette Rudolph

Open Dates
Seeking a hermitage experience? This retreat allows you to be by yourself throughout your stay and do your own cooking. Let Cranaleith's warmth and beauty provide a renewing space for you!

Individual Directed Retreat (self-catered)

Also Maria DiBello, RSM and Bernadette Rudolph

Flexible Dates
For some, retreat time includes the joys of cooking for oneself! The beauty, rest and solitude of Cranaleith await you. Meet daily with a spiritual director during your stay.

7-Day Directed Silent Retreat 2025

Also Maria DiBello, RSM

July 18 - 25, 2025
In sustained stillness, silt has time to settle and the water becomes clear.  Rest can mend the tired mind and bones.  Like Elijah, you can at last hear God in the still, small whisper.