Fall Retreat
What is the fall retreat?
Our fall retreat is all about encountering the Lord in a new way through the sacraments of the Church. If you’ve only ever been on a confirmation retreat or youth ministry retreat, get ready for something different. This student-led, Eucharist-centered retreat welcomes over 165 college students who all want to be there to grow in their faith. We have small groups, talks, witnesses, and a whole lot of fun. You don’t want to miss it.
When is retreat?
Fall retreat is the weekend of September 20-22, 2024. It starts at 6pm on Friday and ends at about 1pm on Sunday.
Where is retreat?
We will travel to Camp Geneva (36540 Via Marcia Fruitland Park, FL 34731) for our fall retreat. Plan on it taking about an hour and a half in Friday traffic. Do you need a ride? Your small group leader will be reaching out to you the week of retreat to connect you with other students to carpool. If you don't hear from them, respond to your confirmation email to ask one of our retreat producers for help or reach out on the CCM slack!
How do I sign up?
Register here!
What should I bring?
Retreat is a time set apart to seek God and grow in spiritual and personal maturity. As such, we aim to 'dress the part' during our times of prayer, teaching, and liturgy. We're asking that you wear "nice" clothes (smart casual) for retreat. Still bring some athletic clothing and swimwear for free time Saturday afternoon.
All the things you need for a weekend away from home:
nice clothes (smart casual)
athletic clothing & modest swimwear for free time
an outfit for Sunday Mass
comfortable shoes
sheets, blankets and/or sleeping bag
pillow
towel
personal toiletries
bug spray
flashlight
rain jacket/umbrella (be prepared for rain)
a Bible and any other prayer aid
Please do not bring laptops, tablets, or homework.
What kinds of things can I expect to do on Fall Retreat?
Most of our retreats have a general schedule of talks, witnesses, small groups, and free time. Fall Retreat has this and more! The Fall Retreat focuses on a first or a deeper encounter with the Lord. How else do we do this but through the sacraments? We have Mass each day, ample time to go to Confession, and opportunities for Adoration. If you're not Catholic or it's been a while, don't fret-- we're pretty good at explaining why and what we're doing at each point! Praying in small groups on Saturday night and the Eucharistic Procession we have on Sunday morning are both particularly blessed. Time and time again, students say those moments were powerful for deepening their faith.