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Event Calendar

January

Did you know The Abbey can often times host multiple retreats and events at once? With our variety of spaces and 100,000 sq. foot building, we welcome you to connect with us and see if space is available — even if you see an event posted below listed on your desired date. Send us a note: events@abbeyofthehills.org

Please note our cancellation policy: Any retreat guest reservations/registrations cancelled within one week of the event are subject to a $25 cancellation fee in order to cover any costs associated with food orders. Should a guest decide to leave during an event, or an organization cancels an event within 2 weeks of event date or cuts the event short due to illness, there will not be any refunds issued.

January 2023

January 10, 2023

Day of Recollection (click for flyer)

Join Deacon Rick Christiansen, permanent deacon in the Diocese of New Ulm and serve at the Cathedral.

"The Rule of St. Benedict and the 12 Steps of Humility"

Gather at the Abbey of the Hills for a Day of Recollection with Deacon Rick Christiansen. Fifteen hundred years ago, St. Benedict wrote The Rule which is followed by monasteries all over the world. The chapter on Humility contains his twelve steps, called the “Ladder of Humility,” containing highly-effective, self-help rules for growing in holiness.

February 2023

February 14, 2023

Day of Recollection (click for flyer)

Join Fr. Michael Peterson, former monk of Blue Cloud Abbey 1996-2012 and is now a monk at St. John's Abbey, Minnesota

"Listening According to St. Benedict"

In this presentation, Fr. Michael will share some wisdom for the Rule of Saint Benedict, tell some stories and offer practical advice of how to become a better listener. During the day, he will also play songs from the Native American flute.

February 10, 2023

Vespers & Valentines (click for flyer)

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. This is an ecumenical event welcoming couples of all faiths.

PRAYER TIME: 6 p.m.

SOCIAL: 6:15 p.m.
SUPPER: 6:45 p.m.

$75 per couple

$125 per couple with overnight room and complimentary breakfast

ENTRÉE CHOICES:

*Seafood Delight

*Prime Rib

*Sides: Salad, Baked Potato, Vegetable, Dessert and a complimentary glass of wine or beer

To register for this event visit our website at www.abbeyofthehills.org or call (605) 398-9200

Limited Tickets Available, Pre-Registration Required

Registration Deadline:

February 3, 2022

February 17-19, 2023 (click for flyer)

Men's 12-Step Retreat

This retreat is for men who practice or wish to practice a 12-Step Program. Since 1974, retreats here have been a place for fellowship, reflection, revelation, and growth. The Abbey provides the perfect setting for powerful healing and inspiration on your spiritual journey. Come join us as we trudge the road of happy destiny!

February Events

February 24-26, 2023 (click for flyer)

Men's Lenten Retreat
"Forgiveness and Healing Through the Holy Eucharist"

Men of all ages/faiths are invited to the Abbey of the Hills for a Men’s Retreat, celebrating Lent and the forgiveness and healing found through the Holy Eucharist. The weekend includes opportunities for rest, fellowship, Eucharist, Reconciliation and Adoration along with small groups and plenty of quiet time.

“For the bread of God is that which comes down from heaven and gives life to the world.” So they said to him, “Sir, give us this bread always.” John 6: 33-34
“Do you realize that Jesus is there in the tabernacle expressly for you – for you alone?He burns with the desire to come into your heart…don’t listen to the demon, laugh at him,and go without fear to receive the Jesus of peace and love.”

Begins: Friday, February 24 - Supper at 6 pm

Concludes: Sunday, February 26 with Lunch

Cost: Freewill offering retreat with non-refundable $25 deposit to reserve your place.No one will be turned away for inability to pay.

Suggested donation of $220.

March 2023

March 3-5, 2023

Women's Lenten Retreat

"I Thirst.....I stand at the door of your heart. Will you open to me?"

From the cross, Jesus uttered the words, “I Thirst.” He stands at the door of our hearts night and day longing to transform our lives, bring us his peace and to calm our souls. Join us at the Abbey of the Hills for a Catholic Women’s Lenten Retreat. Will you accept His invitation to open your heart and grow closer to Him? The weekend will have a special focus on encountering Jesus in the Eucharist and will include small group experiences, Eucharistic Adoration and the opportunity for healing prayer as we grow in the realization that Christ thirsts for us!

Friday, March 3 – 7 p.m. (light soup supper will be available)
Sunday, March 5 with Lunch
Freewill offering retreat with non-refundable $25 deposit to reserve your place.
No one will be turned away for inability to pay.

The Abbey of the Hills is sustained in large part by

the donations of the retreatants.

For those who can give, a suggested donation of $200 will help “pay the gift of peace” forward to help those with limited means.

For more information contact Renee Marzahn events@abbeyofthehills.com or
call (605)398-9200.

March 14, 2023

Day of Recollection

Join Wade Van Dover, husband and father with experience teaching and catechizing youth, participation in leadership retreats, 10+ years of men's faith groups and various speaking engagements.

Topic: "Humility....."

.Humility… The great gift to defeating the lie of self esteem

.Humility…The great gift to understanding self

.Humility…The great gift to Serving God

.Humility…The great gift to Loving Neighbor

The day will begin at 10:00 a.m. and end at 3:00p.m. This day long retreat will consist of two conferences and Mass as well as built in time for adoration and an opportunity for the sacrament of Reconciliation. Lunch is provided.

COST: Free-will donation.

The Abbey of the Hills is sustained in large part by the donations of the retreatants. For those who can give, your donation will help “pay the gift of peace” forward to help those with limited means.

REGISTRATION:

Registration is required for meal planning purposes.

March 24-26, 2023

Women's Silent Ignatian Retreat

"Introduction to Ignatian Prayer/Learning to Follow God's Divine Will"

Join Fr. Peter Anderl, pastor of St. Boniface Catholic Church in Ligerwood for this silent retreat for Women.

This Silent Ignatian Retreat offers a chance to come away with the Lord! You will leave behind the distractions and noise of the world and encounter Him and His great love, message and purpose for you in a deep and richly fulfilling way - that can then be taken home with you and lived each day.

This Retreat is a focused encounter with God that centers on the quality of my personal response to God’s self-revelation in prayer and reflection.

When:

Begins: Friday, March 24 – 7 p.m.
Ends: Sunday, March 26 with Lunch

Cost:

Freewill offering retreat with non-refundable $25 deposit to reserve your place.

No one will be turned away for inability to pay. The Abbey of the Hills is sustained in large part by

the donations of the retreatants.

For those who can give, a suggested donation of $200 will help “pay the gift of peace” forward to help those with limited means.

April 2023

April 14-16, 2023 (click for flyer)

Mixed 12-Step Retreat

The mixed retreat for men and women is for those who practice or wish to practice a 12-step program. Since 1974, retreats here have been a place for fellowship, reflection, revelation and growth. The Abbey provides the perfect setting for powerful healing and inspiration on your spiritual journey. Come join us as we trudge the road of Happy Destiny!

COST:

$75 per person day rate no lodging
$170 per person single occupancy
$150 per person double occupancy

Includes: all meals and lodging

Bring snacks, pop and water for breaks

First meeting starts Friday April 14th 4:30 p.m.

Concludes: Sunday, April 16th – 10:30 a.m.

For more information contact Renee
events@abbeyofthehills.com or call

(605) 398-9200.

April 28-30, 2023

A Weekend of Silence Women's Retreat

To Seek our Shepherd and Hear His Voice, To Rest in His Love, And Rejoice in His Glory!

This is a non-denominational women's silent retreat. All faiths are welcome.

Registration includes all meals, snacks and lodging.

COST:

$230 per person single occupancy (room by yourself)
$190 per person double occupancy (room with a roommate and 2 beds)

First meeting starts Friday April 28 4:30 p.m.

Concludes: Sunday, April 30 - 2 p.m.

For more information contact Renee
events@abbeyofthehills.com or call

(605) 398-9200.