Franciscan Hermits of Perpetual Adoration

The Blessed Sacrament Hermitage is located 17 miles outside of Stevens Point, Wisconsin in the beautiful Polonia Hills. The Hermitage is home to the Fransican Hermits of Perpetual Adoration, a Catholic religious order founded by Rev. James Genovesi, FHPA.

Franciscan Hermitage Custer WI


Talks and Retreats
Father Genovesi has given many talks and retreats in Wisconsin and beyond. Listen to some of Father's Homilies and Conferences.

Online Tour
The shrine features a unique collection of sacred artwork. Many pieces have been donated by the shrine supporters. Father explains the history and signifcance of each piece in the online shrine tour.
The Blessed Sacrament Hermitage is open to the public for the following:

Holy Sacrifice of the Mass:
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
8:00 AM - Hermitage Chapel

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament:
Every Friday 9:15 AM - 4:00 PM
Divine Mercy Chaplet 3:00 PM

Mini-Retreats at the Hermitage:
Mini-retreats can be scheduled for groups of 10-12 persons maximum.
To organize a mini-retreat, please contact Marjorie Litwin at 715-693-3732 or Rita Repinski at 715-341-2869.

Schedule a visit:
To visit the Blessed Sacrament Hermitage Chapel and shrine site at a time other than listed above, please write or call for an appointment:

Blessed Sacrament Hermitage
3500 County Rd J North
Custer, WI 54423
Phone 715-592-4954
Blessed Sacrament Hermitage Sign