More and more people are recognizing the need for and benefit of taking time for personal reflection and spiritual renewal.

Mount Olivet has a lake, beautiful gardens and five miles of groomed hiking or cross-country ski trails for you to get outside and take in the beauty and serenity of nature. We have a Prayer Labyrinth   for those who are seeking spiritual renewal, retreat and reflection. The Library in the Ruth Cornell House is also available to our personal retreat guests and includes spiritual books and tapes for you to use during your stay.

Personal retreat reservations are accepted on a space-available basis. Call our Conference Services Manager at 952.469.2175 to arrange for a tour of our facilities, discuss fee information or make reservations. You may also submit an online reservation request .

Gift certificates are available for personal retreats. Consider giving one to a pastor or friend for a meaningful and potentially life-changing experience.

To live is so startling. It leaves little time for anything else.—Emily Dickinson