Mary DeTurris Poust

Mary DeTurris Poust is a writer, retreat leader, spiritual director, and yoga teacher living in the Capital Region. Her first experience of PLC was 17 years ago as a participant in the Merton in the Mountains silent retreat led by the beloved Walt Chura. Expect to find plenty of Merton (and quite a bit of Walt) in Mary’s Stillpoint retreat experience.

Upcoming Programs by Mary DeTurris Poust

Stillpoint 2026

September 11 - 13, 2026

Stillpoint Retreat: Setting Life to a Sacred Rhythm The world moves at breakneck speed and expects us to do the same, but Psalm 46 famously tells us, “Be still.” Another translation of this favorite psalm puts it likethis: “Cease striving.” This year’s Stillpoint Retreat will offer participants an opportunity to step away from the madness […]