Welcome to the redemptorist retreat center

where god offers you the gift of plentiful redemption

a place to rest, renew and reflect

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DAY EVENTS

Pressed for time? Join us for our seasonal Days of Prayer or take the opportunity to truly unplug during our newest offering - 24 Hours of Peace & Quiet.

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MULTI-DAY RETREATS

Set aside time to rest in the Lord. Explore a deeper relationship with God while you rest, renew and reflect during our multi-day retreats for women, men and married couples.

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live EVENTS on ZOOM

Online events offer the opportunity to connect with our Pastor, Father Ted Lawson and to join others in fellowship as we pray together during live events on Zoom.

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Father Ted lawson, C.ss.r

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WElcome to the redemptorist retreat center

Since 1961 the Redemptorists have welcomed visitors to our beautiful property, located on the shores of Crooked Lake in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin.

Our retreat center is designed as a place to REST for those who need a spiritual break from the complexities of everyday life; a place to REFLECT on the goodness, love, and mercy of our God; and a place to RENEW one’s understanding that in the Lord there is the beautiful gift of plentiful redemption - offered by our Redeemer Jesus Christ, and shown so beautifully through his mother, Our Mother of Perpetual Help.

Whether one comes here to walk along the lakeshore, stay in one of our hermitages, participate in a group retreat, or simply spend the weekend in peace and quiet, we are here as an oasis to help foster rest, reflection and renewal.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Center soon!

Yours in Our Holy Redeemer,

Fr. Ted Lawson, C.S.s.R., Director

The Redemptorists of the Denver Province, through their commitment to the values and charism of their founder Saint Alphonsus Liguori, continue to maintain the Retreat Center so that the redemptive love of Jesus Christ may be abundantly proclaimed.

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The Redemptorist Order is given the special task of honoring and stewarding the Our Mother of Perpetual Help Icon in addition to abundantly proclaiming the teachings of Jesus Christ and his redemptive love for all of humanity.

Our retreat center operates on a largely donation basis, and its sprawling grounds and many buildings require constant upkeep. We’d appreciate your donation to help us continue to welcome spiritual seekers now and well into the future.

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UPCOMING EVENTS AND RETREATS

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Walk of Creation - Celebrating the 800th Anniversary of St. Francis - October 24, 2026

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Join us for Creation with St. Francis: Celebrating 800 Years of St. Francis

In celebration of the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis of Assisi, join us for a peaceful, prayerful Walk of Creation inspired by his beloved Canticle of the Creatures.

Together, we will walk a beautiful outdoor path at the Redemptorist Retreat Center, stopping along the way at simple reflection stations inspired by Brother Sun, Sister Moon, Brother Wind, Sister Water, Brother Fire, Sister Earth, Forgiveness, and Sister Death. At each stop, we will listen, reflect, pray, and pause in wonder at the gifts of Gods creation.

This is an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, notice, give thanks, and experience the world with Francis’ eyes and heart. No special preparation is needed - just come with an open heart and a willingness to walk, wonder, and pray.

Come join us and add your voice to Francis’ joyful song of praise:

“Laudatory Si, O mi signore” - “Praised be You, my Lord!”

All are welcome! Space is limited, so register today and come walk with us! Light refreshments will follow our prayerful walk.

There is no fee for this event, but you must register. A freewill offering donation to the Center is not required, but gladly accepted!

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48th Annual Retreat for Recovering Alcoholics - November 20 - 22, 2026

$280.00

Friday November 20, through Sunday November 22, 2025

Retreat Theme

Experience Freedom, Happiness, Peace and Serenity by Working the 12 Steps of AA

Retreat Presenters

Friends of Bill and Bob

Join us!

We invite you to work your 12 steps with us! Our weekend promise from the AA Big Book:

We are going to know a new FREEDOM and a new HAPPINESS…we will comprehend the word SERENITY and we will know PEACE.

How can we guarantee this promise?

By working the 12-steps of AA in fellowship - in the tradition set by Bill and Bob. Each 12-step will be inspired by an esteemed recovering alcoholic, who will share their personal experience, strength, and hope, followed immediately by intimate, small-group breakouts or one-on-one gatherings.

The weekend offers abundant flexibility for prayer and meditation, self-reflection, and sponsor-led step work.

In addition, there will be opportunities for weekend sponsorship and mini-5th steps.

The tone of our weekend group setting reminds us from the AA Big Book that: “We aren’t a glum lot. We absolutely insist on enjoying life.”

Who is this retreat for?

This retreat is for those new to AA as well as those in AA and working their 12-step program. We welcome those that are newly sober!

What’s Included?

Your retreat includes simple but comfortable accommodations including a private room with a bed and an ensuite bathroom (shower included), bed and bath linens, dinner on Friday evening, three meals on Saturday and breakfast and lunch on Sunday, refreshments, and all retreat materials.

Coffee is available 24 hours in the dining hall. The Chapel and Library are also open 24 hours to our guests.

Retreat Schedule

You’ll arrive between 3:00 - 6:00 pm on Friday, check in, and join the group for dinner and fellowship at 6:00 pm. Following dinner is a welcome talk and our first activity including Step 1.

Saturday is a full day beginning with meditation and breakfast in the dining hall.

On Sunday, you’re free to check out and leave anytime after lunch around 1:00 pm.

Retreat Pricing:

Individual: $280 (includes 2 nights/6 meals)

Married Couple: $460 (same room, includes 2 nights/6 meals)

Commuter: $145 (6 meals)

IMPORTANT NOTE WHEN REGISTERING: The online registration here is for one participant in a single occupancy room. If you’re attending as a married couple, or if you are an individual participant interested in a room sharing arrangement, or if you wish to attend the retreat as a commuter, please call the office at 262-567-6900 to register.

Comments from AA 12&12:

“Many of us like the experience of an occasional retreat from the outside world where we can quiet down for an undisturbed day or so of self-overhaul and meditation”

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Weekend Retreat for Women - October 9 - 11, 2026

$300.00

Friday October 9, through Sunday October 11, 2026

Retreat Theme

Surrender and Catch - Lessons from the Spirituality of St. Francis of Assisi

Retreat Presenter

The presenter for this retreat is Mary K. Matestic, MTS

A graduate of St. Francis Seminary, Mary served as Pastoral Associate at St. Mary Parish for 20 years. She is a recipient of the Archbishop’s Vatican II Award for her work with families, especially in the areas of grief and loss. Though she is retired, she continues to serve as a Spiritual Director, assist as a Pastoral Care minister, and serve as an assistant sacristan.

Mary continues to direct retreats and days of Reflection and presides over a Word and Communion service at Clement Manor monthly. She also writes a monthly scripture reflection for the Catholic Herald.

On the personal side, Mary is married to Fred. Together they raised four children and now enjoy 11 grandchildren. She enjoys biking, reading, theater and spending quality time with her husband.

Join us!

We invite you to step out of the turbulence of the everyday world to rest, reflect and renew, while drawing closer to God during this transformative weekend for women.

Join us for a silent retreat with the theme “Surrender and Catch," a term Fr. Michael Crosby uses in his book on St. Francis called, Finding Francis, Following Christ.

The spirituality of St. Francis of Assisi has borne the test of time. Born in Assisi, Italy in 1182 one would hardly think that this man of antiquity would have anything to offer spiritual seekers of today! Yet, Francis' life has much to offer the modern woman who finds herself in the heart of transition and transformation. St. Francis was not just about wolves, birds and flowers, he was about listening to God's voice in the midst of turmoil and in the midst of a religious world more defined by wealth than by Lady Poverty.

Francis learned the power of "surrender and catch;" he learned the power of listening to God in all the cosmos; and he learned the power of letting God find him along the path of his life. He learned the privilege of serving all of God's people.

In fact, for St. Francis of Assisi, when he kissed the leper, he kissed the face of God.

In this Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi, this retreat will reflect upon his life, as a man of contradiction, and his relevance to our lives today. Francis was a contemplative who taught us how to love creation and intimacy with God. Come and discover your own life with Christ anew through the life of Francis.

St. Francis' gift to the spiritual life marked by surrendering what is false within each of us in order to catch what is true wrapped within God's divine purpose for us.

For this retreat, please bring your Bibles and a journal to capture your thoughts and insights.

During this retreat we’ll celebrate daily Mass in addition to taking part in presentations, discussions, prayer, reconciliation and communion. Participants will also have ample time for rest, reflection, and quiet time with each other.

Please note, quiet will be observed throughout this retreat.

Who is this retreat for?

This retreat is for women who wish to deepen their religious practice and their relationship with God.

What’s Included?

Your retreat includes simple but comfortable accommodations including a private room with a bed and an ensuite bathroom (shower included), three meals on Saturday and breakfast and lunch on Sunday, refreshments, and all retreat materials.

There is a $50 nonrefundable fee for any cancellations.

Retreat Schedule

You’ll arrive by 6:15 pm on Friday, check in, and join the retreat staff for a talk at 7:30 pm. Refreshments will be served, but there is no Friday evening meal.

On Saturday, we’ll have a full day of activities and three delicious meals. The evening is reserved for free time to rest, reflect, journal, and pray.

On Sunday, we’ll have breakfast, a presentation, mass, communion and some final thoughts from our presenters. Lunch will be served and then you’re free to check out and leave anytime afterwards.

Comments from our guests:

“The Retreat Center is where I strive to ground myself in our merciful and grace-filled Faith. There is peace in the quiet where I can escape for the weekend from the demands and pressures of the world. My mind is joyously emptied from those burdens. I emerge reenergized at the conclusion of the retreat. Thank you for providing these opportunities!”

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Autumn Day of Prayer - September 30, 2026

$30.00

Join us for a day of prayer and reflection on the importance of being transformed into the likeness of Christ. Take time to mark the turning of the seasons and gather with like-mind people of faith in prayer, fellowship and contemplation.

Our day begins with registration and refreshments followed by a conference and then the opportunity to take part in the sacrament of Reconciliation. We will then break for lunch and a short recess, where attendees can walk through the grounds, visit the Stations of the Cross or the Walking Labyrinth, experience the lovely Our Mother of Perpetual Help Chapel, or simply rest in prayer and peace.

We will reconvene to pray the rosary and Mother of Perpetual Help prayer, followed by Mass and Communion.

Our day concludes at 3:00 pm.

Our presenter and presider for the day is Deacon Larry Normann.

The retreat fee covers refreshments, lunch and all retreat materials.

Please join us for a restorative day of prayer and faith. This retreat is a long-time favorite for many. All are Welcome!