A house of prayer in the heart of the Northern Rivers

Tucked away at a beautifully refurbished monastery in Lismore, Marist House of Light offers a gentle invitation to step back from the noise of daily life — to find silence, stillness, and time to be with your God. 

Whether you're craving a few quiet hours or a longer stay, our doors are open. Newly refurbished en-suite rooms, nourishing meals, and a warm, nurturing atmosphere await you. 

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 "Contemplation is not a technique to be mastered, but a journey inside of ourselves,
to become one with what already is."

Daniel O'Leary 

Retreats

Reflection Mornings

Personal Retreats

Spiritual Accompaniment

Retreats Reflection Mornings Personal Retreats Spiritual Accompaniment

Marist House of Light is a spiritual sanctuary set within a beautifully refurbished monastery at 8 Keen Street, Lismore. It's a place where the busyness of life falls away, and space opens up for reflection, prayer, and personal renewal. The community of three Marist Brothers offers hospitality and invites you to join them in their community prayer. 

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Retreats

Marist House of Light offers a variety of retreat experiences, each shaped around your own personal circumstances and needs. 

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Our space

Set within a beautifully refurbished monastery, Marist House of Light offers newly renovated en-suite rooms designed for comfort, quiet, and rest. 

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  • “Marist house of Light offered me a wholesome and transformative space to connect with God. The Brothers are very hospitable and welcoming. The space is quiet, it allowed me to journey into my soul to hear the voice of God. It is also full of character – the Brothers offer warm community & wise spiritual accompaniment”.

    (R F Jan 2026) 

  • "The quiet, Bill’s Accompaniment, the accommodation and meal organization that allowed me to keep the silence. You guys are doing a great job. My hope is that your ministry will become integral to the life of the Clergy & laity alike."

    (A G  May 2026) 

  • “I felt very welcomed even before I arrived. Once here I felt at home immediately. My needs were well catered for with a generous spirit. The rooms are very comfortable and aesthetically pleasing. The Marist House of Light embraces you and I felt very held there during my stay. The centre has a deep friendly sense of the sacred. The chapel is warm and peaceful. My sense is the Brothers live their words: word and deed matched. I received very attentive, warm and focused spiritual companionship. I highly recommend the Marist House of Light, a great experience.”

    (J H July 2026)

  • We are located at 8 Keen street Lismore, which is at the Northern end of the Lismore shopping precinct. Our Retreat facility is on the corner of Orion and Keen street Lismore. 

  • Parking is available directly out the front of our main entrance or along Orion street. 

  • We are 30 minutes from Ballina airport or Casino train station. An estimated cost of an UBER is $80-$90 while for a taxi it is $80-$120 per trip. Our retreat house is a 70 minute driv from Coolangatta airport. We are happy to pick you up from Ballina airport or Casino station but we would need to add an additional $50 per trip to your invoice. A bus shuttle is available from Casino station into Lismore for those on the XPT. We will pick you up at the bus station on your arrival. To arrange for a pick-up please indicate this preference on your booking enquiry form. 

  • Email us at maristhouseoflight@gmail.com or ring 0438 689 137 and ask us to send you a booking enquiry form. 

  • The all inclusive cost for an overnight stay is $170 per night which includes all meals and linen. A weekend stay is $340 (5pm Friday until 10am Sunday morning). Individual requests can be discussed with the Hose manager. Normal departure time is 10am although individual circumstances can be accommodated. 

  • pecial requests can be discussed at the time of your booking. Vegetarian & Gluten free options can generally be catered for. 

  • Yes all meals are included in your retreat stay. 

  • No. All linen and towels are included in your retreat tariff. 

  • Laundry facilities can be made available for guests on an extended stay. 

  • Mass is available in the adjacent Cathedral  

    Monday 8am in the Monastery Chapel. 

    Tuesday – Thursday at 8am in the Cathedral. 

    Friday at 12.05pm in the Cathedral. 

    Weekend Mass is available on Saturday at 5.30pm & Sunday at 9am and 11am. 

  • Late arrival and early departure can be arranged on discussion with the House of Light Manager. 

  • All guests are welcome and invited to join the Marist Community for Morning and Evening prayer. A residential Marist Community forms part of the retreat facility. Details of our prayer timetable is available in the guest information folder located in all guest bedrooms. 

  • Guests can choose to eat meals privately and in silence during the retreat if that is their preference or you may chose to eat the evening meal with the Marist community. Breakfast and lunch are taken privately according to your retreat programme. 

  • Generally retreats are taken in silence. 

  • Spiritual Direction is available for all retreat guests should they wish this. This is normally arranged at the time of booking. 

  • A community of 3 Marist Brothers live on site. Br Bill Sullivan (Retreat facility manager), Br Bill Tarrant & Br John Hilet (Community Leader) are the residential community in 2026. 

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