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.
Freshmen Escape
The Freshmen Escape is a chance to take time out and reflect on your experiences during a weekend led by upperclassmen. You'll meet new friends, discuss issues of college life, explore your faith, and hang out and relax.
The Escape was held on September 22-24, 2023. For more information, contact the Retreat Program Coordinator Ryann Kuosman.
Emerge Retreat
Emerge is for sophomores, juniors and seniors and provides an opportunity to relax, reflect, build a community of support, serve and be strengthened.
Emerge will be held on November 3-5, 2023. For more information, contact the Retreat Program Coordinator Ryann Kuosman.
Senior Retreat
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 2023 and May, August or December 2024.
The Senior Retreat will be held February 2-3, 2024. For more information, contact Campus Minister Josh Stagni.
Encounter Retreat
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 will be held on February 23-25, 2024. For more information, contact the Retreat Program Coordinator Ryann Kuosman.
Womxn's Retreat
Connect with other womxn and join us for some time of reflection and sharing designed to help us slow down and recognize God in our everyday life.
The Womxn's Retreat will be held in April 2024. For more information, contact the Retreat Program Coordinator Ryann Kuosman.
Mxn's Retreat
Get together with other mxn for spiritual conversation and renewal.
The Mxn's Retreat will be held in April 2024. For more information, contact Retreat Music Coordinator Liam Quinn.