Events At The Abbey
The Abbey of the Hills is blessed with a broad calendar of events including retreats, spiritual gatherings, concerts, business meetings, private parties, family reunions and more.
UPCOMING MONTHLY EVENTS
Click on Calendar of Events below for more details regarding these and upcoming events.
January 14 - Fr. Greg Tschakert
February 11 - Wade Van Dover
March 11 - Fr. Shawn Polman
April 8 - Fr. Rodney Farke
May 13 - Deacon Mike McKeown
June 3 - Deacon Paul Treinen
July 8 - TBD
August 12 - TBD
September 9 - Fr. Mike Wensing
October 14 - TBD
November 11 - TBD
December 9 - TBD
12-Step Retreats at the Abbey 2025
February 21-23 - Men's 12-Step Retreat
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April 4-6 Mixed 12-Step Spiritual Retreat
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May 2-4 Women's 12-Step Spiritual Retreat
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July 18-20 - Mixed 12-Step Spiritual Retreat
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September 12-14 - Mixed 12-Step Spiritual Retreat
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November 7-9 - Men's 12-Step Spiritual Retreat
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December 12-14 - Mixed 12-Step Spiritual Retreat
UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS
Journeymen & Friends Spring Tour Concert
March 22, 2025 7PM
Join in the fun for a premier acappella experience with the Journeymen Chorus and award winning barbershop quartets. Free Will donation. Reserve your tickets now by contacting the Abbey 605-398-9200 or email events@abbeyofthehills.org
SAVE THE DATES for these special events at the Abbey
March 27, 2025 - Orchestra of St. Benedict -
St. Johns University Concert
May 14, 2025 - Fish & Chicken Fry
July 16, 2025 - Annual Abbey Hog Roast
August 5, 2025 - Our Lady of the Snows Feast Day Mass
October 29, 2025 - Annual Abbey Banquet
December 6 & 7, 2025 - Christmas Cantata
Abbey Upcoming Special Events
January 2025
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Marriage Retreat January 17-19, 2025
Seth & Teresa Myhre are the guest speakers for this special event. Enjoy a weekend together with your spouse and discuss the joys and challenges of your marriage and the importance of placing Christ at the center of the relationship. For more information click HERE.
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OPEN HOUSE Party- January 16, 2025 3:30-5:30pm
Join Us for an Open House Party at the Abbey of the Hills!
Date: January 16, 2025
Time: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Come celebrate as we welcome our new Executive Director, Dave Vetch, and thank Dcn. Paul Treinen for his years of service as Director.
Your presence will be appreciated at this special occasion!
Invite a friend, all are welcome!
For more information, call the Abbey at 605-398-9200. We hope to see you there!
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Oils of the Bible January 25, 2025
Join us for a presentation on the Oils of the Bible. You will learn the historical, spiritual and sacramental uses of oils from both the Old and New Testament, and how they are still used in the church today. You will also learn how oils have been used prophetically throughout the Bible.
The day will begin at 9 a.m. and conclude at
3 p.m. Lunch is provided.
Click HERE to register
February 2025 -
NET Confirmation Retreat
February 8, 2025 "Never Alone"
This retreat is for any youth preparing for the
Sacrament of Confirmation. For more information or to register click HERE. Registration deadline is
January 29, 2025
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Vespers & Valentines February 14, 2025
Prayer Time and Candlelight Dinner
Celebrate Valentine's Day with reflection and prayers at the Abbey of the Hills. Couples may receive a blessing of their marriage followed by a romantic candlelight dinner of your choice. The is an ecumenical event welcoming couples of all faiths. For more information click HERE.
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Women's Lenten Retreat February 28-March 2
"Lent: A Pilgrimage of Hope"
In this Jubilee year, join us at the Abbey of Hills for a women’s retreat: “Lent, a Pilgrimage of Hope.” Jeremiah 29:11 assures us that God has plans to give us HOPE in the midst of the challenges of life. We can trust that his love can calm our spirits, heal our hearts and lift our eyes to heaven Opportunities for Catholic Mass, Reconciliation, Adoration and Prayer Ministry will be included in the weekend.
To register please visit the website HEREor call 605-398-9200 or email: events@abbeyofthehills.org
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March 2025
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Men's Lenten Retreat March 7-9, 2025
"Come Follow Me - An Invitation"
Christ invites, he beckons each of us to come to him. When we answer the call to follow, we allow Christ to carry the burden. We recognize the journeys of those around us and do so in fellowship with one another. Jesus extends the boundless love and mercy of God to all of us. His peace, which passes all understanding on our part, is extended for all of us. His invitation is to all. Will you accept His invitation to follow Him this Lent? For more information click HERE
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Women's Weekend of Silence March 28-31, 2025
Retreat for women of all denominations. An excellent opportunity to spend time with Jesus that is free from distractions. Registration includes all meals, snacks and lodging. To register or more information click HERE
To register for an event, click on the event listing in the calendar.
To register for an event,
click on the event listing in the calendar.