Building a Spiritual Community
Campus Ministry’s retreat programs offer a time to unplug from the many distractions of life and refocus your heart and mind on your spiritual journey.
Whether your idea of getting away is finding a quiet, wooded spot for personal prayer or practicing yoga and meditation, there's something for everyone: incoming freshmen, graduating seniors, those wishing to experience one-on-one spiritual guidance or those looking to meet new people.
Annual Retreats
Our newest Hilltoppers (Freshmen and Transfers starting Spring or Fall 2026) are invited to find your home on the Hilltop! Join us on this weekend getaway led by upperclassmen. Take time out to reflect on your experiences at St. Edward’s so far, meet new friends and relax, while exploring your spirituality.
Home on the Hilltop Retreat | September 18-20, 2026. For more information, contact Marette Alva, Retreat Program Coordinator.
Emerge is an overnight retreat for all class years and provides an opportunity to relax, reflect, build a community of support, serve and be strengthened.
Emerge | November 13-14, 2026. For more information, contact Marette Alva, Retreat Program Coordinator.
During the craziness of senior year, take a short break to reflect on your time at St. Edward's and stop to enjoy these last moments with other seniors. This overnight retreat led by St. Edward’s staff provides an opportunity to share memories and pray together for God’s blessing as you prepare to move beyond the Hilltop. The retreat is open to all seniors graduating in December 2026 and May, August or December 2027.
Senior Retreat | January 29-30, 2027. For more information, contact Josh Stagni, Assistant Director of Campus Ministry.
Encounter is a student-led weekend retreat that allows students the opportunity to step back from the many demands of life at St. Edward's in order to intentionally reflect on their relationships with God, with themselves, and with others.
Encounter | February 26-28, 2027. For more information, contact Marette Alva, Retreat Program Coordinator.
Connect with others from the queer community and join us for some time of reflection and conversation.
Queer Retreat | April TBD, 2027. For more information, contact Taj Lewis, Retreat Leader.
Connect with other women and join us for some time of reflection and sharing designed to help us slow down and recognize God in our everyday life.
Women's Retreat | April TBD, 2027. For more information, contact Marette Alva, Retreat Program Coordinator.
Get together with other men for food, brotherhood and spiritual conversation.
Men's Retreat | April TBD, 2027. For more information, contact Brady Kubicko, Retreat Leader.