Overnight Retreats
Weekly Prayers, Workshops & Special Events
at Benet House Retreat Center

  • Overnight Retreats

    Benet House Retreat Center in the Illinois Quad Cities offers guided retreats, silent retreats, beginner-friendly retreats, personal retreats and retreats with Spiritual Direction.

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  • Ongoing Prayer Groups & Programs

    Benet House Retract Center at St Mary Monastery offers a wide range of programs that meet on a regular basis and are available throughout the year. Many of these programs are offered at no cost.

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  • Book Groups, Series, Day Workshops, Special Events

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See the list below for ALL upcoming events at Benet House.
Click any month to ‘jump’ down the list and see that month’s events.

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The Word Among Us
Nov
23
Ongoing

The Word Among Us

  • Benet House Retreat Center
    (in-person only) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd and 4th Monday of Each Month: November 23rd, 2026
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Read, reflect, pray, and share with other committed Christians seeking to grow through the challenges of Scripture in everyday life.

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A Journey with Thomas Merton
Nov
23
Ongoing

A Journey with Thomas Merton

  • Virtual via Zoom, or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Thomas Merton is a beloved spiritual author, poet, artist, and theologian. During his lifetime, he addressed social and theological issues, as well as everyday life, in ways that still inspire Christians today. In this monthly series, the Mystics podcast, featuring James Finley, is our discussion focus. Finley breaks open Merton's life and several of his writings to help us discover the mystic side of Merton.

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Psalms For Today
Dec
8
Ongoing

Psalms For Today

  • Virtual via Zoom or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 2nd Tuesdays of each month

This morning mini retreat focuses on the ancient prayers of the Psalms. Jesus prayed the Psalms, as all Jews did. The Psalms have a rich history and meaning that apply to our lives today. Using the Bible Today journal, we will read articles on an aspect of the Psalms and reflection questions for our discussion. 

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The Word Among Us
Dec
14
Ongoing

The Word Among Us

  • Benet House Retreat Center
    (in-person only) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd and 4th Monday of Each Month: December 14th, 2026
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Read, reflect, pray, and share with other committed Christians seeking to grow through the challenges of Scripture in everyday life.

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The Word Among Us
Jan
11
Ongoing

The Word Among Us

  • Benet House Retreat Center
    (in-person only) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd and 4th Monday of Each Month: January 11th, 2027
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Read, reflect, pray, and share with other committed Christians seeking to grow through the challenges of Scripture in everyday life.

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Psalms For Today
Jan
12
Ongoing

Psalms For Today

  • Virtual via Zoom or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 2nd Tuesdays of each month

This morning mini retreat focuses on the ancient prayers of the Psalms. Jesus prayed the Psalms, as all Jews did. The Psalms have a rich history and meaning that apply to our lives today. Using the Bible Today journal, we will read articles on an aspect of the Psalms and reflection questions for our discussion. 

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A Journey with Thomas Merton
Jan
18
Ongoing

A Journey with Thomas Merton

  • Virtual via Zoom, or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Thomas Merton is a beloved spiritual author, poet, artist, and theologian. During his lifetime, he addressed social and theological issues, as well as everyday life, in ways that still inspire Christians today. In this monthly series, the Mystics podcast, featuring James Finley, is our discussion focus. Finley breaks open Merton's life and several of his writings to help us discover the mystic side of Merton.

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The Word Among Us
Jan
25
Ongoing

The Word Among Us

  • Benet House Retreat Center
    (in-person only) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd and 4th Monday of Each Month: January 25th, 2027
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Read, reflect, pray, and share with other committed Christians seeking to grow through the challenges of Scripture in everyday life.

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The Word Among Us
Feb
8
Ongoing

The Word Among Us

  • Benet House Retreat Center
    (in-person only) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd and 4th Monday of Each Month: February 8th, 2027
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Read, reflect, pray, and share with other committed Christians seeking to grow through the challenges of Scripture in everyday life.

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Psalms For Today
Feb
9
Ongoing

Psalms For Today

  • Virtual via Zoom or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 2nd Tuesdays of each month

This morning mini retreat focuses on the ancient prayers of the Psalms. Jesus prayed the Psalms, as all Jews did. The Psalms have a rich history and meaning that apply to our lives today. Using the Bible Today journal, we will read articles on an aspect of the Psalms and reflection questions for our discussion. 

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A Journey with Thomas Merton
Feb
15
Ongoing

A Journey with Thomas Merton

  • Virtual via Zoom, or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Thomas Merton is a beloved spiritual author, poet, artist, and theologian. During his lifetime, he addressed social and theological issues, as well as everyday life, in ways that still inspire Christians today. In this monthly series, the Mystics podcast, featuring James Finley, is our discussion focus. Finley breaks open Merton's life and several of his writings to help us discover the mystic side of Merton.

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The Word Among Us
Feb
22
Ongoing

The Word Among Us

  • Benet House Retreat Center
    (in-person only) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd and 4th Monday of Each Month: February 22nd, 2027
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Read, reflect, pray, and share with other committed Christians seeking to grow through the challenges of Scripture in everyday life.

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The Word Among Us
Mar
8
Ongoing

The Word Among Us

2nd and 4th Monday of Each Month: March 8th, 2027
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Read, reflect, pray, and share with other committed Christians seeking to grow through the challenges of Scripture in everyday life.

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The Word Among Us
Mar
22
Ongoing

The Word Among Us

2nd and 4th Monday of Each Month: March 22nd, 2027
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Read, reflect, pray, and share with other committed Christians seeking to grow through the challenges of Scripture in everyday life.

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The Word Among Us
Apr
12
Ongoing

The Word Among Us

2nd and 4th Monday of Each Month: April 12th, 2027
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Read, reflect, pray, and share with other committed Christians seeking to grow through the challenges of Scripture in everyday life.

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Psalms For Today
Apr
13
Ongoing

Psalms For Today

  • Virtual via Zoom or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 2nd Tuesdays of each month

This morning mini retreat focuses on the ancient prayers of the Psalms. Jesus prayed the Psalms, as all Jews did. The Psalms have a rich history and meaning that apply to our lives today. Using the Bible Today journal, we will read articles on an aspect of the Psalms and reflection questions for our discussion. 

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A Journey with Thomas Merton
Apr
19
Ongoing

A Journey with Thomas Merton

  • Virtual via Zoom, or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Thomas Merton is a beloved spiritual author, poet, artist, and theologian. During his lifetime, he addressed social and theological issues, as well as everyday life, in ways that still inspire Christians today. In this monthly series, the Mystics podcast, featuring James Finley, is our discussion focus. Finley breaks open Merton's life and several of his writings to help us discover the mystic side of Merton.

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The Word Among Us
Apr
26
Ongoing

The Word Among Us

2nd and 4th Monday of Each Month: April 26th, 2027
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Read, reflect, pray, and share with other committed Christians seeking to grow through the challenges of Scripture in everyday life.

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The Word Among Us
May
10
Ongoing

The Word Among Us

2nd and 4th Monday of Each Month: May 10th, 2027
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Read, reflect, pray, and share with other committed Christians seeking to grow through the challenges of Scripture in everyday life.

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Psalms For Today
May
11
Ongoing

Psalms For Today

  • Virtual via Zoom or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 2nd Tuesdays of each month

This morning mini retreat focuses on the ancient prayers of the Psalms. Jesus prayed the Psalms, as all Jews did. The Psalms have a rich history and meaning that apply to our lives today. Using the Bible Today journal, we will read articles on an aspect of the Psalms and reflection questions for our discussion. 

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A Journey with Thomas Merton
May
17
Ongoing

A Journey with Thomas Merton

  • Virtual via Zoom, or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Thomas Merton is a beloved spiritual author, poet, artist, and theologian. During his lifetime, he addressed social and theological issues, as well as everyday life, in ways that still inspire Christians today. In this monthly series, the Mystics podcast, featuring James Finley, is our discussion focus. Finley breaks open Merton's life and several of his writings to help us discover the mystic side of Merton.

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A Journey with Thomas Merton
Sep
20
Ongoing

A Journey with Thomas Merton

  • Virtual via Zoom, or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Thomas Merton is a beloved spiritual author, poet, artist, and theologian. During his lifetime, he addressed social and theological issues, as well as everyday life, in ways that still inspire Christians today. In this monthly series, the Mystics podcast, featuring James Finley, is our discussion focus. Finley breaks open Merton's life and several of his writings to help us discover the mystic side of Merton.

View Event →
A Journey with Thomas Merton
Oct
18
Ongoing

A Journey with Thomas Merton

  • Virtual via Zoom, or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Thomas Merton is a beloved spiritual author, poet, artist, and theologian. During his lifetime, he addressed social and theological issues, as well as everyday life, in ways that still inspire Christians today. In this monthly series, the Mystics podcast, featuring James Finley, is our discussion focus. Finley breaks open Merton's life and several of his writings to help us discover the mystic side of Merton.

View Event →
A Journey with Thomas Merton
Nov
15
Ongoing

A Journey with Thomas Merton

  • Virtual via Zoom, or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Thomas Merton is a beloved spiritual author, poet, artist, and theologian. During his lifetime, he addressed social and theological issues, as well as everyday life, in ways that still inspire Christians today. In this monthly series, the Mystics podcast, featuring James Finley, is our discussion focus. Finley breaks open Merton's life and several of his writings to help us discover the mystic side of Merton.

View Event →
A Journey with Thomas Merton
Dec
20
Ongoing

A Journey with Thomas Merton

  • Virtual via Zoom, or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Thomas Merton is a beloved spiritual author, poet, artist, and theologian. During his lifetime, he addressed social and theological issues, as well as everyday life, in ways that still inspire Christians today. In this monthly series, the Mystics podcast, featuring James Finley, is our discussion focus. Finley breaks open Merton's life and several of his writings to help us discover the mystic side of Merton.

View Event →
Psalms For Today
Nov
10
Ongoing

Psalms For Today

  • Virtual via Zoom or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This morning mini retreat focuses on the ancient prayers of the Psalms. Jesus prayed the Psalms, as all Jews did. The Psalms have a rich history and meaning that apply to our lives today. Using the Bible Today journal, we will read articles on an aspect of the Psalms and reflection questions for our discussion. 

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The Word Among Us
Nov
9
Ongoing

The Word Among Us

  • Benet House Retreat Center
    (in-person only) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd and 4th Monday of Each Month: November 9th, 2026
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Read, reflect, pray, and share with other committed Christians seeking to grow through the challenges of Scripture in everyday life.

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The Word Among Us
Oct
26
Ongoing

The Word Among Us

  • Benet House Retreat Center
    (in-person only) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd and 4th Monday of Each Month: October 26th, 2026
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Read, reflect, pray, and share with other committed Christians seeking to grow through the challenges of Scripture in everyday life.

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The Word Among Us
Oct
12
Ongoing

The Word Among Us

  • Benet House Retreat Center
    (in-person only) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd and 4th Monday of Each Month: October 12th, 2026
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Read, reflect, pray, and share with other committed Christians seeking to grow through the challenges of Scripture in everyday life.

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The Word Among Us
Sep
28
Ongoing

The Word Among Us

  • Benet House Retreat Center
    (in-person only) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd and 4th Monday of Each Month: September 28th, 2026
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Read, reflect, pray, and share with other committed Christians seeking to grow through the challenges of Scripture in everyday life.

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The Word Among Us
Sep
14
Ongoing

The Word Among Us

  • Benet House Retreat Center
    (in-person only) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd and 4th Monday of Each Month: September 14th, 2026
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Read, reflect, pray, and share with other committed Christians seeking to grow through the challenges of Scripture in everyday life.

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Boundless Compassion Weekend Retreat
Sep
10
to Sep 13
Ongoing

Boundless Compassion Weekend Retreat

  • The Center for Boundless Compassion at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Boundless Compassion unpacks the Christian understanding of compassion with Jesus as our model.   This includes teachings from other world religions, that are incorporated in our understanding of Boundless Compassion.

Trained facilitators lead this 3-part hybrid retreat that teaches practical ways to be a compassionate presence.  An individual can just attend the weekend and not the virtual gatherings. 

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