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SUMMARY:Growing Through Grief
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are grieving the death of a loved one\, strained relationships\, the loss of dreams\, or more\, this day retreat will provide an opportunity for you to grow and heal. Experientially focused\, the day includes options for processing grief through music\, art\, movement\, prayer\, meditation\, and time in nature. In addition\, participants can meet briefly with a counselor\, spiritual director\, or pastor for support and consultation. \nSample Agenda 2026 \nA sliding scale fee allows for flexible payment options. Cost includes programming\, lunch\, beverage/snack bar throughout the day\, use of retreat center amenities (whirlpool\, sauna\, trails\, labyrinth\, etc.)\, and tax. Registration open now through April 6. No refunds after April 3. \n$100 \ncovers all costs and assists those who cannot pay full price\nincludes option to sign up for individual consultation \n$75 \ncovers most costs for this event\nincludes option to sign up for individual consultation \n$50 \ncovers some costs for this event\ndoes not include option to sign up for individual consultation \nLeadership team: \nMary Lord\, MM\, MT-BC is a Board-Certified Music Therapist with a Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Music Therapy. At Grace Hospice she provides live music at the bedside for hospice patients and families\, helps coordinate bereavement sessions using music-focused interventions and is a passionate educator for the clinical use of music therapy in end-of-life care. \nNancy Loyd\, MA is the Grief Support Supervisor at Grace Hospice as well as a Certified Spiritual Director. Nancy has companioned others through serious illness\, end-of-life\, grief and transition for over 20 years. \nAllison Richards\, PhD\, LP is a licensed psychologist and the clinical director at Mount Olivet Counseling Center. She provides therapy to adults from a relational\, trauma-informed framework as she supports clients who are navigating various grief experiences. Prior to working at Mount Olivet\, Allison worked for many years at the Center for Grief and Loss in St. Paul\, MN. \nSara Watne\, MA\, LPCC is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. At Mount Olivet Counseling Service she provides individual therapy to children\, adolescents and adults as well as facilitates the grief support group\, “The First Years without Them.” \nRev. Kurt Kalland is Associate Pastor and Pastoral Adviser to the congregational care team at Mount Olivet Lutheran Church. \nRev. Theresa F. Latini is executive director of Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center and an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church (USA). \nRev. Jeremy Bork is program director at Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center\, an ordained minister in the Reformed Church in America\, and a Spiritual Director.
URL:https://mtolivetretreat.org/event/growing-through-grief-5/
LOCATION:Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center\, 7984 257th Street West\, Farmington\, Minnesota\, 55024
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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SUMMARY:Mother's Day Brunch
DESCRIPTION:The countdown begins for our largest annual event! Register today to celebrate Mom with beautiful views\, warm hospitality\, activities for the whole family\, and an all-you-can-eat chef-prepared buffet on Sunday\, May 10. Pastor Kalland and Rev. Theresa Latini will lead worship at 9am\, and brunch will be served at 10am and 12noon. Come for worship and brunch or just brunch. Stay to walk the trails\, swim in the pool\, play a round of cornhole\, or relax under the trees. All are welcome. \nWe will also be sharing some exciting news about a new summer campaign. You’ll be among the first to hear our plans about a beautiful new outdoor gathering space coming to Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center — and we invite you to help make it a reality. Join us for worship or either brunch seating to take part in unveiling this exciting addition to our grounds! \n9am | Worship\n10am | First Seating\n12noon | Second Seating \n  \nBrunch Menu Sample\n  \nRegistration is now open until we sell out. Payment is due at the time of booking. Because of this event’s popularity and planning needs\, all payments are nonrefundable.
URL:https://mtolivetretreat.org/event/mothers-day-brunch-3/
LOCATION:Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center\, 7984 257th Street West\, Farmington\, Minnesota\, 55024
CATEGORIES:Day Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T150000
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SUMMARY:Spring Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for our annual Spring Volunteer Day on Saturday\, May 16! \nWhether you’re a family looking for volunteer opportunities\, a small group wanting a day away together\, or a volunteer day regular\, all are welcome to attend. Help prepare the Conference & Retreat Center for summer by planting perennials in flowerbeds\, planting seeds in the garden\, removing deer fencing\, spreading mulch\, and building new garden beds. As a thank you for your service\, please enjoy a delicious meal from our kitchen\, have a swim in the pool\, explore the trails\, and soak up the beauty of the Conference & Retreat Center. \n9am-noon | Volunteer Projects\nNoon-12:30pm | Lunch\n!2:30-3pm | Amenities \nRegistration is now open. This event is free to all.
URL:https://mtolivetretreat.org/event/spring-volunteer-day-5/
LOCATION:Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center\, 7984 257th Street West\, Farmington\, Minnesota\, 55024
CATEGORIES:Day Event,Volunteering
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SUMMARY:Midweek Summer Worship
DESCRIPTION:Save the Dates for Summer Midweeks 2026!\nWednesdays\, June 17 – August 5\n \n5:30-6:30pm Dinner\n6:30-7pm Nature Talk\n7:15pm Worship\n8pm Busses Depart    \nPay for each week separately or attend all seven weeks for a discounted\, one-time purchase. Registration opens on May 1.
URL:https://mtolivetretreat.org/event/15853/
LOCATION:Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center\, 7984 257th Street West\, Farmington\, Minnesota\, 55024
CATEGORIES:Midweek Summer Worship
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SUMMARY:Father's Day BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Save the date to celebrate Dad with an outdoor BBQ buffet and afternoon activities for the whole family like hiking\, swimming\, and yard games! \n  \nRegistration opens on May 11.
URL:https://mtolivetretreat.org/event/fathers-day-bbq/
LOCATION:Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center\, 7984 257th Street West\, Farmington\, Minnesota\, 55024
CATEGORIES:Day Event
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Concert with Heartfelt
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a fun evening under the summer sky with concession-style food\, local musicians\, a cozy crowd\, and great vibes to kick off the weekend. \nConcession-style food available for purchase\, and concert is free to the public.
URL:https://mtolivetretreat.org/event/outdoor-concert-with-heartfelt-3/
LOCATION:Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center\, 7984 257th Street West\, Farmington\, Minnesota\, 55024
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:Stargazing
DESCRIPTION:Come out for a Fall night of wonder under the stars with retired meteorologist Mike Lynch.  \nConcessions available for purchase before free program and viewing.
URL:https://mtolivetretreat.org/event/stargazing/
LOCATION:Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center\, 7984 257th Street West\, Farmington\, Minnesota\, 55024
CATEGORIES:Day Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T090000
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SUMMARY:Fall Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Help prepare the grounds for the winter season\, and then enjoy a meal from our kitchen and delight in any indoor and outdoor amenities.
URL:https://mtolivetretreat.org/event/fall-volunteer-day-6/
LOCATION:Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center\, 7984 257th Street West\, Farmington\, Minnesota\, 55024
CATEGORIES:Volunteering
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