To promote the apostolic calling of all the faithful St. Vincent Pallotti Center was established by the Mid-West Pallottines in 1962. Records show that up to the end of the 1965-66 school year some 2,400 young people had participated in retreats here. Because of the response a new addition was built and blessed by Archbishop William E, Cousins on September 25, 1967. Another addition is being contemplated. To accomplish the purpose of the center week-end retreats, days and overnights of reflections are conducted for individuals or groups.
Priests are available for spiritual direction.
Here various committees from parishes, colleges, high schools, etc. The location of the center in the midst of 147 acres of mostly woods with its paths and stream is ideal for overcoming the stresses of everyday life. Groups such as ACOA, Grieving, Marriage Encounter, Religious Communities, Cursillo, the Retired come to share, be heard and accepted.