Abbey Guest Center

A Place of Peace

The beautiful grounds of Conception Abbey are a perfect location to find peace and renewal.
A Place of Prayer

Guests of Conception Abbey are welcome to join the monastic community for daily Eucharist and the praying of the Divine Office, or to chart a prayer experience of their own.
A Place of Encounter

Retreats at Conception Abbey are an opportunity for you to renew and rejuvenate your faith.
Come Visit Us at Conception Abbey

You are always welcome to come stay at Conception Abbey. Contact the Abbey Guest Center today to make arrangements!

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"Let all guests be welcomed as Christ." Rule of St. Benedict, Chapter 53

The Conception Abbey Guest Center (AGC) provides a variety of services to meet the needs of those who wish to visit Conception Abbey. As a complete retreat center, the AGC welcomes over 8,000 people to campus each year for spiritual renewal and an opportunity to witness Benedictine hospitality.

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Retreat: The Easter Vigil’s Exultet

The Exultet is one of the most evocative and poetic hymns of praise in the liturgy, giving thanks and praise for God’s saving activity through both night and light. An excellent opportunity to bring your RCIA groups to this weekend to enrich their upcoming Easter Vigil experience. You will also be able to participate in the Palm Sunday Liturgy at the Abbey. Led by Br. Thomas Sullivan, OSB

Guest Services

Witness Benedictine hospitality

Visits to Conception Abbey take many forms, including:

Overnight visits at a directed or private personal retreat
Attendance at one of the AGC sponsored spiritual retreats or study days
The use of AGC facilities for your church or parish groups
AGC sponsored confirmation retreats held throughout the year
Tours of the Abbey Basilica or visits to the Gift Shop

Plan a Visit

Encounter Christ at Conception Abbey

Tours of the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception can be arranged for groups through the Abbey Guest Center. To schedule a tour for your group, contact the AGC at (660) 944-2809 or guests@conception.edu.

We invite you to share a meal with us. Just mention your intended meals when scheduling your tour.

Set Up a Tour