CLR Frequently Asked Questions
Contemplative Living Retreats
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to attend all four retreats, or can I pick and choose?
Long Answer- CLR is set up as a two-year experience, but you can commit to Years 1 and 2 separately. The Contemplative Living Retreats (CLR) consists of four retreats in years 1 and 2. When you commit to CLR, you commit to attending all four retreats because each retreat experience builds on another.
Short Answers- Yes-you are committing to attend all four retreats. No-you cannot pick and choose which retreats you want to attend.
Can I bring a friend or spouse with me?
YES! We highly encourage you to share this experience with your spouse or friend(s). Others who have attended together, encourage and support one another, deepening their relationship.
There is a discount provided for couples and friends attending together. See the Fee section of your retreat location
How is this retreat different from other retreats I may have attended?
Contemplative Living Retreats are designed at a slower pace. There is a gentle rhythm of small group activities, silence, and time with God. You learn to live at a slower pace and with more intention, meaning, and purpose.
What do the CLR retreat fees cover?
The coordination and delivery of all four retreats. In addition, there may be opportunities for small group experiences outside of the retreat.
Rapid City, SD location- Private residence & Terra Sancta Retreat Center
Overnight accommodations
Retreat fees with overnight accommodations- Individual $1250/year per individual or $2250/ year per couple.
Day Rate (without overnight accommodations) The day rate includes the retreat.
Retreat fees without overnight accommodations (Day rate)- Individual $1050/year per individual or $1850/ year per couple.
Virtual CLR- meals and accommodations- you’re on your own.
What are the additional cost estimates?
Books-Each quarter there is a required book to read. Also, there are additional recommended readings. The cost of books depends on how much you like to read. Each required reading is around $15-$20.
**Once registered, please know that you are committed to ALL fees even if you miss a retreat.