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In the Silence, God Speaks
30-Day Spiritual Exercises
30-Day Spiritual Exercises
for Seminarians, Priests, & Religious
for Seminarians, Priests, & Religious
The 30-Day Spiritual Exercises are available by application. The first day listed is the arrival date and the last day is the departure date. Click on the date for the application.
At least one reference is required. Click here for the reference form.
Questions? Contact Kris Sees at 605-263-1040 or email ksees@sfcatholic.org.
Directed Retreats for Priests
Directed Retreats for Priests
The first day listed is the arrival day with spiritual direction beginning on the second day. Lodging and meals are provided. Space is limited.
5-Day Retreat Dates in 2026:
May 31-June 5
October 25-30
8-Day Retreat Dates in 2026:
January 13-21
June 1-9
July 1-9
July 11-19
July 21-29
To confirm availability, please contact Kris Sees at 605-263-1040 or email ksees@sfcatholic.org.
Are you looking for a different date? We may have lodging and meals available for your personal silent retreat. Contact Kris Sees for information.
Directed Retreats for Religious & Laity
Directed Retreats for Religious & Laity
5-Day Directed Silent Retreat
Directed by Father Scott Traynor, Jackie Sempek, & Teresa Henrickson
8-Day Directed Silent Retreat
Directed by Father Scott Traynor
These directed silent retreats, following the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius, begin the afternoon of the first day and end after lunch on the last day. The schedule includes Mass, spiritual direction, and opportunities for confession and adoration. The remainder of your time is spent in individual prayer. Click on the date above to be directed to the application form.
One reference is required in addition to the application. Click here for the reference form. Once your application and reference are received, they will be reviewed for approval. If approved, you will be notified via email. If a retreat is fully booked, we encourage you to submit the application and reference to be considered for the waiting list.
The cost for the five-day retreat including meals, lodging, spiritual direction, and tax is $938.48. A non-refundable deposit of $225 is required to confirm your spot on the retreat once you have been approved.
The cost for the eight-day retreat including meals, lodging, spiritual direction, and tax is $1,491.56. A non-refundable deposit of $350 is required to confirm your spot on the retreat once you have been approved.
30-Day Spiritual Exercises for Laity
30-Day Spiritual Exercises for Laity
These 30-Day Spiritual Exercises are available by application for laity in a Spiritual Director training program. The first day listed is the arrival date and the last day is the departure date. Click on the date for the application.
At least one reference is required. Click here for the reference form. Once your application and reference are received, they will be reviewed for approval. If approved, you will be notified via email.
The total cost for the retreat including meals, lodging, and spiritual direction is $3,500. A non-refundable deposit of $600 is required to confirm your spot on the retreat once you have been approved.
Questions? Contact Kris at 605-263-1040 or email ksees@sfcatholic.org.
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