Lori Freudenberg, Program Coordinator, Todd Seifert, Property & Operations Manager, Sr. Margaret Kruse, Director
OLPR staff answer your questions. We look forward to seeing you!
Do I have to be Catholic to attend a retreat at The Prairie Retreat? No. We welcome seekers from every path. While we are a Catholic retreat facility, we’ve hosted retreats with people from all faith traditions and backgrounds, and do our best to make everyone feel welcome.
What are your Covid policies? As a common courtesy to each other, and in an attempt to keep ourselves and our loved ones safe, we ask that all of our guests adhere to life’s Golden Rule – treat others the way you want to be treated yourself. This simple gesture is a common thread that crosses the boundaries of all religions and faiths. While at Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, please help us navigate Covid-19 by implementing God’s Golden Rule. We suggest you to go to https://www.cdc.gov/ to check on the latest CDC guidelines which we encourage you to follow.
Will I have my own bedroom and bathroom? We offer individual bedrooms. Every two bedrooms share a bathroom.
Does your facility offer internet access? Yes. We offer free wireless internet access.
May I book your facility for a personal retreat? Absolutely! We invite you to stay in our efficiency apartment-sized Hermitage. Individual guests must be at least 18 years old. For reservations, please click here.
Are meals available for personal retreats? No. Our Hermitage offers a refrigerator, microwave, crockpot and toaster. Individual retreatants will need to bring their own food.
I have food allergies; can I still eat there? Yes, we ask that guests with food allergies simply inform us so we can communicate those needs to our kitchen staff. Typically, we label potential allergens such as gluten, seafood, dairy and nuts.
When are meal times? Breakfast is served at 8:00 AM, Lunch is served at 12:00 PM, Dinner is served at 5:30 PM
Do you offer scholarships? We believe that every person needs opportunities for stillness in their life. Fees at The Prairie are designed to be affordable to all. Scholarships are available for all sponsored and private retreats. Please contact 569-374-1092 or [email protected] for information.
Where can I find a calendar of events? Please Click Here...
Are pets allowed? No. We are a pet-free facility. Trained service dogs in ADA-specified service are allowed. Please specify this on your registration or application form so we have maximum time to notify other retreatants, in case any have dog issues or allergies. The Prairie Retreat does not allow animals providing emotional support, comfort or therapy, and cannot accommodate service horses.
May I light candles or incense? Due to fire regulations, we do not allow you to light candles or burn incense inside any of the buildings at Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. We do, however, offer a firepit for outside campfires.
How early may I arrive? We ask that retreatants try to arrive as close to the scheduled time of their retreat as possible.
What is the cancellation policy? When a sponsored retreat is cancelled by The Prairie Retreat, refunds are given to all who have registered. When a retreatant cancels, there are no refunds.
May I stay extra days, before or after my group retreat? If our calendar and schedule allows it, these accommodations may be made for an additional fee.
Do you offer a Gift Shop? No.
Do you offer camping and RV accessibility? We do not offer camping or RV accommodations.
Is smoking allowed? We are a smoke-free facility.
Are you handicap accessible? The Prairie Heights first floor is accessible to all for daytime programs. Second floor and the garden levels are accessible by stairs or stair lift.