What is this place?

QUEEN OF APOSTLES is a Retreat and Renewal Centre under the direction of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate, Assumption Province.

Since its beginning in 1963, retreatants have appreciated the wonderful “country in the city” setting. The centre is situated on twelve acres of beautiful property overlooking the Credit River.  A sturdy staircase leads down a steep hill to the river’s edge.  Other gifts of mother nature include the beautiful water lilies in the ponds at the main entrance as well as in the courtyard.

Visitors appreciate the life-size Oblate mission cross erected on the grounds.  This spot has become a favorite place to stop and pray.

There are 5 fully carpeted conference rooms accommodating from 25 to 200 persons. These rooms are fully equipped for retreats, discussion groups, or seminars. We host groups for day and overnight stays.

We have 62 bedrooms.  34 bedrooms have an ensuite bathroom and are air-conditioned.  26 bedrooms have a 2 piece bathroom.  For these bedrooms, shower rooms are at the end of the hall. 

Our dining room is also an experience with family style meals, served buffet-style.  Our creative chefs prepare meals that satisfy the taste buds.

The current team consists of two Oblate Fathers: Fr. Pawel Nyrek OMI, Director of the Centre, and Fr. Pawel Ratajczak OMI, Program Director.  They work together with Mrs. Anne Hales, an Oblate Lay Associate.

Encounter programs are the principal format for married couples as well as couples engaged to be married. A variety of retreat programs for people in all walks of life is offered throughout the year. Spiritual directors are available for individual retreats.

For further information or to register, please contact the office.