Saint Meinrad Seminary & School of Theology

Formation and Education for the Life of the Church

Cruise Retreat for Priests

Biblical Models of Leadership and Their Implications for Priesthood Today: A Retreat at Sea


Finding time to take a retreat and get in some vacation days is becoming more and more difficult. Why not combine both into a four-night Bahamian cruise?

"Biblical Models of Leadership and Their Implications for Priesthood Today: A Retreat at Sea" will be directed by Fr. Eugene Hensell, OSB, a monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey and an associate professor of Scripture in the Seminary and School of Theology. Fr. Eugene served as Saint Meinrad College and School of Theology's 12th president-rector from 1987-1996.

2012 Cruise Retreat Group

October 7-11, 2013

Itinerary

  • Port of call - Miami, FL
  • Nassau, Bahamas
  • Coco Cay, Bahamas
  • Key West, FL
  • 4-night cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's "Majesty of the Seas" 
  • Daily Mass
  • Retreat conferences by Fr. Eugene Hensell, OSB 
  • Most tips

Not included in the price:

  • Airfare
  • Airport to pier transfers
  • Travel/cancellation insurance
  • Optional shore excursions 

We are happy to help with recommendations and information for those items not included in the price. Call Lea Ann Olinger, IPP Administrative Coordinator, at (800) 357-8477 or email smipp@saintmeinrad.edu.

The Cruise Retreat for Priests is scheduled for October 7-11, 2013.

Pricing options

  • Oceanview stateroom, single-occupancy: $848.34 per person
  • Oceanview stateroom, double-occupancy: $669.34 per person
  • Inside stateroom, single-occupancy: $768.34 per person
  • Inside stateroom, double-occupancy: $629.34 per person

Deposits

  • Single-occupancy stateroom: $450 per person due with registration
  • Double-occupancy stateroom: $350 per person due with registration
  • $100 of deposit is non-refundable
  • To pay deposit by credit card, call Lea Ann Olinger, IPP Administrative Coordinator, at (800) 357-8477 (Visa and Mastercard only)
  • To pay deposit by check, mail to:

Institute for Priests and Presbyterates
ATTN: Cruise Retreat for Priests
200 Hill Drive
St. Meinrad, IN 47577

Reservation and Payment Deadlines

  • Cruise registrations, pending stateroom availability, must be received by June 1, 2013. Space is limited. Early registration recommended. Deposit due with registration.
  • Final payments must be received by July 1, 2013.

Cancellation and Travel Insurance

Prior to final payment, individuals would incur only the $100 non-refundable deposit.

After final payment, Royal Caribbean cancellation fees apply. All penalties listed below include the $100 non-refundable deposit:

  • Cancellation 59-43 days prior to sailing: $200 penalty per guest
  • Cancellation 42-29 days prior to sailing: 50% of cruise rate per guest
  • Cancellation 28-15 days prior to sailing: 75% of cruise rate per guest
  • Cancellation 14-0 days prior to sailing: 100% of cruise rate per guest

Cancellation insurance is available at an additional charge. For an insurance quote contact Lea Ann Olinger, IPP Administrative Coordinator, at (800) 357-8477 or email smipp@saintmeinrad.edu.

Registration Form

Complete the online registration form.