Do you need an ideal spot for a Kairos retreat?

Organizing and managing a Junior High or High School youth retreat is a challenging task that involves handling many details. The Maria Stein Retreat Center team is dedicated to helping reduce your workload and aims to make sure that every moment spent with us is both 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 4-day / 3-night retreat costs just

$200 per student

or when staying in Private Rooms “at the Woods” in Maria Stein, costs just

$245 per student

This includes:

Sleeping accommodations for three nights
Nine home-cooked meals designed to satisfy young people
Full use of large and small meeting rooms!

Contact us

Please contact us to discuss the specifics of your retreat.

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 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.

The 4 seasons room is the perfect place to reflect on the day’s sessions.

Our meeting rooms can be configured to meet the needs of your group.

Large meeting room 2 shown set up with a Boardroom layout.

Large meeting room 3 shown set up for small group discussion.

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.

Large group sessions of 200+ can easily be accommodated

The full-size gym provides all the space you will need to host your retreat

The full-size stage features a rear projection screen and a full sound system

The gym is perfectly suited for volleyball, basketball, and pickleball

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.

The altar is the prayerful focal point of the chapel

Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church

Located next door. See www.masstimes.org

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.

A grotto is located next door at the Catholic Church

Statues offer inspiring places for prayer

“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.

Rooms have a comfortable bed, lounge chair, and desk

Dorm Rooms

Dorm beds come with sheets, pillow, and blanket provided. Guests must bring their own towel.

Large Meeting Spaces

The Multi-purpose room and Montini Hall provide plenty of space for large group sessions, and fun time between sessions and in the evening.

Multi-Purpose Room offers a large space for group sessions

The Multi-Purpose Room can be arranged to fit your specific needs

Montini Hall is a very flexible space for evening fun or break out discussions

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.