Leo C. Byrne Residence

Independent living residence for retired priests

How good and how pleasant it is, when brothers dwell together as one. – Psalm 133:1

60 South Mississippi River Blvd

St Paul, MN 55105

The Leo C. Byrne Residence offers a unique living opportunity for retired priests. The residence allows retired priests to live in community and continue to serve the needs of parishes and organizations.

Constructed in 1995, the Leo C. Byrne Residence is located near the University of St. Thomas adjacent to the Saint Paul Seminary and School of Divinity along the scenic Mississippi River.

The residence is named in honor of Archbishop Leo C. Byrne who served the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis from 1967-1974 and cared for the needs of priests.

Included Services

Large chapel with daily Mass, and sacristy with a private chapel
Community dining room with 3 prepared meals per day
Scheduled laundry and fresh bed linen
Weekly housekeeping
24-hour security surveillance
First responder personal safety device from the University of St. Thomas
Additional maintenance service available upon request

Wellness Services

Community room for socializing with residents or guests
Library with large patio
Exercise room
Walking and biking paths along scenic Mississippi River Boulevard
Monthly visits by a private nurse
Social services
Home care services
Foot care services
Hair cuts
No smoking and no pets

Amenities

Underground heated garage parking
Secure storage locker
Cable
Internet and Wi-Fi
Guest room for overnight guests

Staffing Services

Administrator
Social worker
Kitchen staff
Housekeepers
Maintenance

This residence was built to ensure that priests, regardless of their financial situation, would be cared for. We’re carrying out Archbishop Byrne’s legacy. As young seminarians, these priests lived in community, then went out into the world, and now they’re back together again to share what they’ve learned.

Administrator