Mendham, New Jersey is home to the Sisters of Christian Charity of the North American Eastern Province. In 1927, our magnificent and scenic 112 acres belonged to the Cromwell Estate and was sold to the Sisters along with the original 44 room mansion, now Villa Pauline Retreat and Guest house. This lovely facility continues to provide retreat experiences for countless groups.
The Quellen Spiritual Center was dedicated in May, 2004 and occupies parts of the 1st and 4th floors of the Motherhouse. Quellen offers programs and retreats throughout the year as well as hosting groups. In addition to the Center’s Chapel, there are 4 breakout rooms, a comfortable outside porch and garden, a Retreatants dining room, a gift shop, 32 single bedrooms, 4 dorms, and access to check email. We welcome members of all faith traditions!
These combined retreat facilities are part of the dream of Pauline von Mallinckrodt, Foundress of the Sisters of Christian Charity, who was the first to provide retreats for women in Germany in 1874.
