Welcome, General Convention Attendees!
Thank you for your interest in the Society of the Companions of the Holy Cross.
THE COMPANIONS:
A COMMUNITY OF WOMEN COMMITTED TO PRAYER AND ACTION
Founded in 1884, the Society of the Companions of the Holy Cross is a group of women, known as Companions, committed to intercessory prayer, spiritual growth and simplicity of life. Today more than 750 women in 32 chapters worldwide support each other through prayer and service, outreach, peace, social justice, spiritual growth and fellowship. Our vision is to bring transformation and reconciliation within ourselves, our Companionship and our faith communities as we work toward healing the world and all creation.
Companions are laywomen and female clergy who are members of the Episcopal Church, who are members of any church in full communion with the Episcopal Church, or who desire to follow Jesus and want to share prayer, service and community. We welcome all women who desire to follow Jesus and our Companion vows. Learn more about Companions at: https://schccompanions.org/
Photos by Lois Blood Bennett
ADELYNROOD:
Adelynrood Retreat and Conference Center, Byfield, Massachusetts, is the home and ministry of The Companions.
Adelynrood offers rest, prayer, meditation and reflection for overnight guests and daytime visitors. The gracious and rustic Main House is open for overnight guests from mid-May through mid-September. Meeting rooms are available year-round.
Guests and community residents alike can dine in the Adelynrood Dining Room. The menu features an eclectic mix ranging from light and health conscious “Spa Cuisine” to traditional American comfort foods. Reservations are required.
Adelynrood welcomes all guests, including individuals and groups. Non-profits, state agencies, businesses, church groups, family reunions, schools, artists, craft guilds and other groups can rent the facilities for meetings or events.
Adelynrood also offers a variety of summer programs to the public, including writers’ workshops, social justice programs, the School for Spiritual Direction, and more.
Learn more about Adelynrood at: https://www.adelynrood.org/