
About the Order The Sovereign Military Hospitaller Order of Saint John of Jerusalem of Rhodes and Malta is one of the oldest institutions of Western and Christian civilization. The 13,500 Knights and Dames remain true to its principles – nurturing, witnessing and protecting the faith and serving the poor and the sick.
The American Association Founded in 1927 as the first association of the Order of Malta in the Americas, the association is headquartered in New York City with over 2,000 Knights, Dames and volunteers in over 30 Areas working with the poor, sick, and incarcerated and giving witness to the Catholic faith.
Spirituality Knights and Dames join the Order of Malta to pursue their spiritual growth over a path laid out by Blessed Gerard more than nine hundred years ago, seeking to nurture and witness the Faith and assist the sick and the poor.
Spirituality in Action Members are involved in hands-on work at over 100 hundred organizations, including food banks, hospitals, pregnancy support centers, homeless shelters and mentoring programs for at risk children.
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Please join us for the Order of Malta, American Association’s, in cooperation with the Subpriory of Our Lady of Lourdes,
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The deadline to register is May 22, 2026.

Archbishop Allen Vigneron will guide participants through reflections on the essential spiritual gifts that animate the Order’s mission. Click here to read Archbishop Vigneron’s bio.

The retreat schedule includes Mass, the Rosary, adoration, a series of talks, opportunities for Confessions, and the Stations of the Cross. Click here to view the schedule.

Double occupancy rooms and single occupancy rooms are available as well as day rates for those local to the area. Occupancy options are available when you register.
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