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.
Calligraphy: Lettering the Word Beginner’s Retreat
Retreat Leader: Br. Michael Marcotte, OSB
September 2–5, 2022
Introduction to the use of calligraphy as a means of Lectio Divina. Daily Lectio sessions. Throughout the weekend the retreatants will learn the Foundational hand (based on 10th century Carolingian script) using a felt-tipped calligraphy marker. Friday evening through Monday noon.
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.
