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:
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.
Please click here to see a copy of our COVID-19 Guest Safety Preparedness Plan.
Please be aware that due to COVID-19, all events are subject to change due to the changing circumstances in our area. We hope to make the best decisions to ensure the safety of both our staff and our guests. If you have registered for an upcoming event we will contact you regarding any changes made. Thank you for your understanding.
Mixed 12-Step Summer Reteat
July 23 - 25, 2021
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:
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$75 per person day rate no lodging
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$170 per person single occupancy
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$150 per person double occupancy
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$40 per person Tent Camping
Includes: Main meals and lodging
Friday evening potluck
Bring snacks, pop and water for breaks
Begins: Check in July 23, 2021 - 1PM
First meeting starts at 4:30PM
Concludes: July 25, 2021 – 10:30AM
REGISTRATION:
Registration is required.
TENT CAMPING AVAILABLE:
Campers will need to check in at front desk.You will be able to use the dormitory showers and restrooms inside The Abbey.
Campfires except in our Fire Pit ONLY.All Campsites MUST be cleaned and cleared by 1PM.Swimming allowed however children 12 and under must be supervised. Anyone under 12 will be required to wear a life jacket.
To register please visit our website at
or call 605-398-9200, email
Social distancing will be in place.
Day of Recollection
August 10, 2021
Topic: "Dakota Missionary Discipleship: 1875 to 1950
the New Evangelization"
The Abbey of the Hills Inn and Retreat Center will be offering a Day of Recollection.
Father Timothy Smith will lead a historical journey with the missionary disciples who brought the Gospel to the Dakota prairies. We will follow the holy lives of Servant of God Nicholas Black Elk & Father Eugene Buchel S.J. and retrace the footsteps of these missionary disciples. We will highlight the role of Blue Cloud Abbey in this history and how the love of Christ empowered our predecessors to journey everywhere in service to the Church. Each retreatant will receive a booklet of Lakota Prayers & Hymns in Lakota/English language and will gain a deeper appreciation of the work of God's Grace that inspired such fervent missionary activity in the 20th century. By gaining a new perspective of the past, we will be empowered as missionary disciples in the new evangelization.
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:
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.
To register please visit our website at
or call 605-398-9200, email
Social distancing will be in place.
Come Follow Me - Are You Ready For the Journey
An Ecclesia Domestica Retreat
August 27-29, 2021
Ecclesia Domestica is a Latin phrase which signifies ‘The Domestic Church” or ‘’the church in the home”. The Christian family is the first cell of the life of the Universal Church! Our mission is to facilitate retreats where you can celebrate the Sacraments, such as Mass, Confession. Join with other men in prayer such as the Most Holy Rosary, Angelus, Liturgy of the Hours, Chaplet of Divine Mercy and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Grow in faith through large group and small group sessions, and have ample time for individual prayer and reflection. Additonally, each retreatant is offered one hour of spiritual direction with a priest or deacon each day. These featrures all come together to form a wonderful opportunity to grow in your Catholic faith!
When:
August 27-29, 2021
Begins 8:00AM Friday August 27th
Ends Noon Sunday August 29th
Where:
The Abbey of the Hills Retreat Center
46561 147th Street, Marvin SD 57251
Registration and Costs:
$250 per person - includes lodging and meals
Call - Kevin Olson 763-807-1721
Email -
Upcoming Private Events at The Abbey
July 27-28 - Bishop O'Gorman Personnel Retreat
July 31 - 1st United Methodist Church, Brookings Personnel Retreat
August 10-13 - SDSU Grazing Coalition
August5 13-15 - DAV Chapter 1 Women Veterans Retreat
August 16-18 - Atkins Family Reunion
August 19 - Aberdeen Catholic Schools Staff Retreat
August 29 - Lutheran Potluck Lunch
September 5-7 - Labor of Love Sioux Falls Priest Gathering
September 10-12 - Parkinsons Avera Retreat
September 10-11 - Rock Valley Prayer Group
September 13-15 - Doxology Retreat
September 17-19 - Prunty Family Reunion
September 21-23 - Fr. Matthew Cobb Retreat
September 27-29 - Diocesan Directors Meeting
September 27-28 - MACFLM Meeting
If you are interested in bookiing a private event at the Abbey, call Cindi Tramonte to make your reservation. We can host your family reunion, personnel meetings, private retreat or private gatherings. Call 605.398.9200 or email