About the Convent
The St. Mary Convent is the first Coptic Orthodox Convent in the United States under the Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Southern United States. It is a place for females to have quiet time and spiritual reflection with our Lord. The convent is the residence for those females who want to consecrate their lives whether for worship (nuns) or for service (consecrated servants).
In 2006, the Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Southern United States purchased 15 acres waterfront property in Pensacola, FL to be the future home of the St. Stephen Christian Retreat Center. The St. Mary Convent will reside within the retreat center. Until then, the St. Mary Convent’s temporary location is in Daytona Beach, FL.
Future Home - St. Stephen Christian Retreat Center
Proposed Layout
