Welcome to The Maria Stein Retreat Center

Whether you’re seeking solitude, personal growth, or a space to bond with others, we offer a unique sanctuary where you can pray, reflect, and discover God’s peace.
The Retreat Center is a place to:
- strengthen your relationship with God
- take time to rediscover yourself
- gain a new perspective
- spend time in quiet prayer
- hold a youth group or parish staff retreat
- participate in day or overnight retreat
Two locations offer the perfect fit for your retreat
“at the Woods” in Maria Stein
Beautifully set in rural western Ohio, and located near the ‘Maria Stein Shrine of the Holy Relics’, and on the Ohio Scenic Byway – Land of the Cross Tipped Churches
- 73 air-conditioned private rooms (60 with private baths, 8 with shared baths, and 5 that share a community bath)
- Three separate dorm rooms accommodating up to 40 guests: Dorm A: 9 beds, Dorm B: 11 beds, Dorm C: 20 beds
- All private rooms are handicapped friendly with pull bars in the bathrooms
- ADA-approved bathroom facility available on the main floor
- Elevator available for access to both levels
- 87 acres of wooded walking paths are ideal for free time between retreat sessions
2365 St. Johns Road Maria Stein, OH 45860


“at the Lake” in Montezuma
Located near beautiful Grand Lake, we are situated near access to the walking path and bike trail that leads to Grand Lake and Windy Point State Park.
- 6 private bedrooms
- Room #1: 1 Full and 1 Twin bed
- Room #2: 2 Full size beds
- Room #3: 1 Full and 1 Twin bed (ADA Compliant)
- Room #4: 2 Full size beds
- Room #5: 1 Full size bed
- Room #6: 2 Twin beds
- 2 Dorms
- Dorm A: 29 Beds, Dorm B: 21 Beds
- ADA-approved bathroom facility available on the main floor
- Full size gym featuring a stage with a rear projection screen
- Chapel that seats 120 people
- Dining Room that seats 120 people
- Single story, handicap-friendly facility
6731 State Route 219 Celina, OH 45866

“Very truly, I tell you, you are looking for me, not because you saw signs,
but because you ate your fill of the loaves. Do not work for the food that perishes,
but for the food that endures for eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you.”
John 6:26-27