Ep. 4.14: The Marianist Visionaries of Glencoe

In this episode, we explore how the Marianists transformed their presence in St. Louis from a network of thriving boys’ high schools into a bold new spiritual venture: the Marianist Apostolic Center at Glencoe. Drawing on the document’s vivid account of Brother Eugene Meyer Peter’s nationwide search for best retreat practices—“he went around the United States looking for retreat centers… taking notes wherever he went”—we follow the creation of a groundbreaking youth retreat facility designed with modern architecture, private rooms, and innovative supervision. We trace its evolution through decades of retreats, the artistic imprint of Brother Mel Meyer, and its eventual transformation into a lay‑run center serving over 100,000 guests. The episode closes with the resilient spirit of religious life captured in St. Paul’s words: “I have fought the good fight. I have finished the race. I have kept the faith.”