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Abbey Guest Center

"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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Palm Sunday, RCIA and Adult Faith Renewal Retreat

April 1 – April 2, 2023
Retreat Leaders: Fr. Roger Schmit, OSB, Br. Placid Dale, OSB, and Karen Ceckowski

Bring Lent to a conclusion with one of the most exciting, reflective and enriching weekends. This weekend allows us to look more deeply into the Sacramental life of the Church. Includes a candlelight Reconciliation Service, a social gathering to meet those from other parishes coming into the Church, and the Palm Sunday procession.

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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

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.

Map & Directions

Conception Abbey is located in the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph, 20 miles east of Maryville, MO.

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Retreat Calendar

Apr
1
Sat
all-day Palm Sunday, RCIA and Adult Fait...
Palm Sunday, RCIA and Adult Fait...
Apr 1 – Apr 2 all-day
Retreat leaders: Fr Roger Schmit, OSB, Br Placid Dale, OSB, and Karen Ceckowski Bring Lent to a conclusion with one of the most exciting, reflective and enriching weekends. This weekend allows us to look more…
Apr
6
Thu
4:00 pm Pascal Triduum at the Abbey
Pascal Triduum at the Abbey
Apr 6 @ 4:00 pm – Apr 9 @ 2:00 pm
Join the monastic and seminary community for the most sacred and exciting holy days of the year. Rich liturgies, daily retreat talks, a sedar meal, time for silence and a joyous Easter Vigil celebration will…
Apr
21
Fri
4:00 pm Oblate Retreat
Oblate Retreat
Apr 21 @ 4:00 pm – Apr 23 @ 2:00 pm
Each year the Oblates of Conception Abbey come for days of retreat, spiritual renewal, and community.Print Friendly
May
5
Fri
4:00 pm To Prepare Well for Death
To Prepare Well for Death
May 5 @ 4:00 pm – May 7 @ 2:00 pm
Retreat leaders: Fr. Roger Schmit, OSB, and Dr. Ed Hett, MD St. Benedict tells his monks to keep death daily before their eyes. Using Sacred Scripture, Pastoral Care of the Sick, and Ethical and Religious…
May
26
Fri
4:00 pm Calligraphy for Beginners
Calligraphy for Beginners
May 26 @ 4:00 pm – May 29 @ 2:00 pm
Retreat Leader: Br Michael Marcotte, OSB Lettering the Word Beginner’s Retreat. Introduction to use of calligraphy as a means of Lectio Divina and introduction to calligraphy using a felt-tipped pen. Friday evening through Monday noon.…
Jul
7
Fri
4:00 pm Oblate Retreat – Pray and Work
Oblate Retreat – Pray and Work
Jul 7 @ 4:00 pm – Jul 9 @ 2:00 pm
Each year the Oblates of Conception Abbey come for days of retreat, spiritual renewal, and community. Print Friendly
Jul
14
Fri
4:00 pm Seeking Groundedness: The Benedi...
Seeking Groundedness: The Benedi...
Jul 14 @ 4:00 pm – Jul 16 @ 2:00 pm
Retreat leader: Br. Cyprian Langlois, OSB Reflections on the Benedictine value of humility as a way to understand humility as self-transcendence. Humility opens the door to the hearts of others and to the heart of…