Dunrovin in “The Catholic Spirit”
We are blessed and grateful to be featured in “The Catholic Spirit” newspaper! Last week, the “Spirit” published three articles about Dunrovin Christian Brothers Retreat …
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From the Vault: Brother Laurence Walther
Dunrovin Christian Brothers Retreat Center has had several leaders and administrators in its fifty-year history, and each had their own unique influence on Dunrovin. …
From the Vault: The Early 2000’s
While Dunrovin Retreat Center continued to host various organizations and run retreats throughout the 2000’s, one interesting program that began to gain popularity was …
From the Vault: The 1980’s and 1990’s
The 1970’s saw Dunrovin Retreat Center hosting youth retreats for Catholic schools from the Twin Cities area in a brand new facility. Retreats included …
From the Vault: Dunrovin in the 1970’s
Dunrovin shortly after construction on the main building finished. The dorm wing is on the right.Dunrovin Retreat Center has a storied past, evidenced by its …
More than Leading Camp: Dunrovin’s Effect on Counselors
Six years ago, Teresa Kostohris spent one week at Dunrovin Retreat Center. It was the inaugural year of the now well-established leadership program run …
Three hidden gems to visit near Dunrovin
Dunrovin Retreat Center, located on the St. Croix River in the small town of Marine-on-the-St. Croix, is certainly a destination for escape and exploration. Whether …
Leadership by Example: Changing lives and developing valuable skills
Youth attending Dunrovin Retreat Center’s programs are challenged with difficult physical tasks every day, from scaling a 20-foot wall to completing a trust fall. For …
Why is teambuilding an important part of leadership?
At DLITE (Dunrovin Leadership Institute and Team-Building Experience), youth learn not only how to be leaders but also how to work as a team. According …
How one weekend retreat can transform a life
When Mary Howard was in the eighth grade, she went on a retreat at Dunrovin Retreat Center. Jim Franzen was her youth minister at the …
Reaffirming community ties with Benilde-St. Margaret’s School
Dunrovin has been connected to local high schools for decades. In fact, it was founded by several Lasallian schools in 1963. Its ties to area …
Experience summer camp at our open house
If you have ever attended the Sunset Dinner Cruise or donated to Dunrovin, you know youth programs are a main focus. We raise funds year around to …
What is servant leadership?
“So often leadership is about ego,” says Dunrovin Executive Director Jerome Meeds. “But servant leadership is about getting ourselves out of the way.” Learning to …
Cabin rentals: 10 great reasons for a personal retreat this summer
With summer approaching, you may be longing for a relaxing vacation. Hectic rush hour commutes and long days at work can get you thinking about the …
Dunrovin Retreat Center through the eyes of Brother Bill Clarey
Brother Bill Clarey was a part of Dunrovin during its beginning years and continues to be involved as it reaches its 50th anniversary. Today he …
How to Apply for DLITE Summer 2014
Are you looking for a way to make an impact this summer while having fun? Do you know a high school student who enjoys leading …
Dunrovin 50th Anniversary Mass
On Sunday, March 16, 2014, Dunrovin celebrated its 50th year anniversary. Father Tom Thompson, an important part of Dunrovin’s history serving at youth retreats and being …
What is DLITE?
Already, Dunrovin staff are preparing for the summer youth activities. One of them is Dunvrovin Leadership Institute and Team-building Experience or DLITE. Only several years …
50th Year Anniversary Today
Ash Wednesday fell on February 12 in 1964. This day also marks when the first retreat was held at Dunrovin Christian Brothers Retreat Center. Youth …
Dunrovin: From youth retreats grew a 50-year heritage of youth outreach
Building a future and a hope On Ash Wednesday 1964, Dunrovin Retreat Center officially opened its doors as host of spiritual retreats for high school …