Looking to put on an overnight event?
Organizing and managing a Junior High or High School youth retreat is a daunting task that requires managing many details. The Maria Stein Retreat Center team is deeply committed to helping reduce your workload and strives to ensure that every moment spent with us is enriching and enjoyable.
We believe in the transformative power of retreats and are dedicated to helping you stay within your budget. To assist with your budget planning, when staying in the Dorms, a typical 2-day / 1-night retreat costs just
$69 per person
This includes:
- One night in the dorms
- Three home-cooked meals – dinner on day 1 and breakfast and lunch on day 2
- Full use of all meeting rooms and the gym
For cost-saving ideas or to discuss the specifics of your retreat, please email or call.
Two locations that provide a peaceful Christian sanctuary
Whether you visit our “at the Woods” or “at the Lake” location, you will experience a setting perfectly suited to hosting retreats for adults and youth. Both offer quiet environments that invite students to unplug from their daily routines and immerse themselves in a deep exploration of their faith. During these increasingly rare moments, students discover the opportunity to foster rich dialogue, forge lasting friendships, and develop a renewed sense of community.
“at the Lake” is perfect for groups up to 50
Located near Grand Lake St. Mary’s, our Montezuma location offers full use of the facility and grounds and is a short walk to ball parks, nature areas, and walking paths around the lake.
Meeting Rooms
Having full use of the entire facility makes it easy to create a secure “lock-in” event. This means you don’t share the space with another group. No more worrying about keeping your students quiet to avoid disturbing another retreat group.
Guest rooms
Dorm beds come with sheets, a pillow, and a blanket provided. Guests staying in the Dorms must bring their own towel. The Private rooms are suited for leaders who need quiet time.
Gymnasium
The full-size gym features a large stage equipped with a rear projection screen and a connected sound system, perfect for presentations or movie night.
Chapel
A beautiful Main Chapel is available for Mass and Prayer services. We provide everything needed to celebrate the Mass, including vestments, Communion hosts, and Sacramental wine. We do not have a Priest on staff, so please get in touch with the St. Charles Living Center to inquire about the availability of a Priest.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church
The Grounds
Five acres of walking paths, outdoor seating, and fire pits are located throughout the grounds. Nearby walking paths lead to Grand Lake St. Mary’s park and the 5-mile Greenway Trail.
“at the Woods” is for groups of any size
Located near the Shrine of the Holy Relics, our Maria Stein location is situated on 87 acres, where you have use of the wooded walking paths, outdoor seating, and quiet places to pray the rosary and meditate at the Stations of the Cross.
Meeting Rooms
A choice of meeting rooms is available, all well-suited for large group sessions and small break-out discussions.
Private Guest Rooms
Private rooms have either a full or a queen size bed and a private bath. We provide all bedding and towels.
Dorm rooms
40 available Dorm beds in three rooms come with sheets, pillow, and blanket provided. Guests must bring their own towel.
Large meeting Spaces
The Multi-purpose room and Montini Hall provide space for large group meetings, and fun time between the day’s sessions and in the evening.
Chapel
Our Chapel is available for Mass and Prayer services. We provide everything needed to celebrate a Catholic Mass, including vestments, Communion hosts, and Sacramental wine. We have many private spaces well suited for the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Catholic Mass
Seasonal Missalettes: We Celebrate and Gather hymnals are available.
Priests
We do not have a Priest on staff; please contact the St. Charles Living Center to check availability.
The Grounds
The Retreat Center is situated on 87 acres that feature walking paths, outdoor seating, and fire pits throughout the grounds.
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“Taking a child he placed it in their midst, and putting his arms around it he said to them,
whoever receives one child such as this in my name, receives me;
and whoever receives me, receives not me but the One who sent me.”
Mark 9:36-37