Step away from the noise of daily life and experience the peace of Saint Meinrad Archabbey.
Whether you’re seeking spiritual renewal, discernment, or simply time with God, our Benedictine hospitality, beautiful surroundings, and guided retreats offer a sacred space to listen, pray, and grow.
Check in times for retreats are 2:00 pm central. Vespers in the Archabbey Church is at 5 p.m., followed by supper. The opening conference typically begins at 7:30 p.m. The retreat concludes with lunch on the last day of the program. A complete schedule will be provided at check-in.
If you would like to arrive or depart on dates other than the scheduled retreat start and end, please contact us at guestservices@saintmeinrad.edu or by calling 812-357-6611.
To register online, begin by clicking on the title of the retreat that interests you.
The Longing of God
Friday, December 17, 2027 - Sunday, December 19, 2027Location: Saint Meinrad Archabbey
Session Faculty: Fr. Kolbe Wolniakowski, OSB
In Advent, we often speak about our longing for God—our desire for peace, hope, healing, and salvation. Yet before humanity ever searched for God, God was already searching for us. This retreat will reflect on the story of salvation as the story of a God who continually seeks His people: calling to Adam in the garden, forming Israel through longing and waiting, and finally drawing near to us in the Incarnation of Christ. Through Scripture, prayer, and reflection, we will explore how the deepest desires of the human heart ultimately reveal the longing of God Himself—a God who desires to dwell with his people.
FeesSingle- $350
Double- $550
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