Scheduled Retreats

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“Silence is not simply the absence of noise. It is a necessary condition for discernment and reflection, for meditation and prayer, and for “welcoming the word” into our minds and hearts.”

Archbishop Robert J. Carlson

Archdiocese of St. Louis

Women’s Silent Retreats
Men’s Silent Retreats

We also offer limited opportunities for 4-Day and 8-Day Directed Silent Retreats. Please visit our Directed Retreats page on this website, call for more information 605-263-1040 or email broomtree@sfcatholic.org

Day of Recollection Retreats

In addition to our Ignatian Silent Retreat Schedule,we offer regularly scheduled days of rest and recollection. Beginning at 10am and ending at 3pm, these day-long retreats consist of two conferences and Mass as well as built in time for Adoration and an opportunity for Confession. Lunch is provided. There is no set cost for these retreats.  Rather, we invite retreatants to prayerfully make a donation to Broom Tree. It is through these gifts that Broom Tree remains available and accessible to all.  Space is limited. Register early.

Special Retreats
  • February 26, 2021 - February 28, 2021
    Couples Retreat

    Directed by Sean & Jennifer Dalton with Father Scott Traynor

    “Remain in me, as I remain in you…Whoever remains in me and I in him will bear much fruit, because without me you can do nothing.” John 10:4-5

    The goal of Catholic marriage is to die as saints under the tutelage of one another’s love. During this retreat, you and your spouse will have the blessed opportunity to spend time receiving from the very heart of God all that you need to love in this way. The environment at Broom Tree provides beautiful, peaceful surroundings, good food, and all the time and good direction you need to dispose yourselves to the river of grace that lives in your marriage. The retreat begins on Friday night with registration from 5:00-6:30 p.m. and runs through lunchtime on Sunday. Broom Tree sponsored retreats are run by donation. The value of this retreat is $360/couple. We ask that you prayerfully consider your gift.

    About the directors: Sean & Jenn Dalton both grew up in the Midwest, and were blessed to spend almost 5 years serving the Diocese of Sioux Falls. Having met in college at a Bible camp, ministry has always had a special place in their hearts. They currently live in Colorado with their five children and have been married 27 years. Sean brings a variety of ministry experiences, and they both look forward to sharing with you how God has been working in and through their lives.

  • March 12, 2021 - March 14, 2021
    Undone: A Healing Retreat

    Directed by Father Scott Traynor, Director of Broom Tree Retreat Center

    Jesus desires to bring healing and restored wholeness to every person. Healing is central to Jesus’ life and mission. By our own sin or the sufferings of the human experience, our hearts can easily become wounded or distant from God, who alone can offer true restoration. Under the patronage of Our Lady, Undoer of Knots, this retreat will assist participants in becoming aware of Jesus’ desire to bring restoration in their lives and will offer opportunities to encounter His healing grace.

    Conferences for the retreat will focus on the power of Jesus to heal in mind, body and spirit, and will offer participants practical ways to invite that grace into their own lives. A collaboration of Broom Tree Retreat Center and Catholic Family Services, this retreat will offer time for individual spiritual direction as well as one-on-one discussion with licensed Counselors from Catholic Family Services.

    Open to men and women age 18 and older, the retreat begins on Friday evening and ends on Sunday after lunch.  Broom Tree sponsored retreats are run by donation. The value of the retreat is $250/person.  We ask that you prayerfully consider your gift.

  • May 07, 2021 - May 08, 2021
    Conference for Women

    Directed by Jessi Kary, A.O. with Father Scott Traynor

    This overnight conference includes Mass Friday evening and Saturday morning, times for the Sacrament of Confession, and Morning Prayer. While there may be times of silence during this event, it is not a silent retreat. Nursing babies are welcome.  The value of this conference is $150. We ask that you prayerfully consider your gift.

  • November 12, 2021 - November 14, 2021
    Couples Retreat

    Directed by Jim & Meg Beckman with Father Scott Traynor

    “Remain in me, as I remain in you…Whoever remains in me and I in him will bear much fruit, because without me you can do nothing.” John 10:4-5

    The goal of Catholic marriage is to die as saints under the tutelage of one another’s love. During this retreat, you and your spouse will have the blessed opportunity to spend time receiving from the very heart of God all that you need to love in this way. The environment at Broom Tree provides beautiful, peaceful surroundings, good food, and all the time and good direction you need to dispose yourselves to the river of grace that lives in your marriage. The retreat begins on Friday night with registration from 5:00-6:30 p.m. and runs through lunchtime on Sunday. Broom Tree sponsored retreats are run by donation. The value of this retreat is $360/couple. We ask that you prayerfully consider your gift.

    About the directors:  Jim Beckman serves as the Executive Director of Evangelization and Catechesis for the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. He has been involved with Diocesan and parish ministry, evangelization and leadership development for many years. A graduate of Franciscan University and the Augustine Institute, Jim has served in various roles of leadership for national, regional and local ministry.  Meg Beckman has her undergraduate degree in Sociology from Lambuth University in Jackson, TN, as well as her graduate degree in Pastoral Counseling from Franciscan University in Steubenville, OH.  Jim and Meg live in Oklahoma City with their five children.