Retreats

GO AHEAD – PUSH 'PAUSE' THIS WEEKEND.
We all need a break once in a while, right? At Campus Ministry, we believe there's no better way to get away than to embark on one of the unique, rewarding retreat experiences we offer year-round. Each of our retreats has its own color and character, but they all emphasize community, prayer, simplicity, faith and lasting impact.

After all, the best retreats mean much more than what we can pack into a few days! So if you want to make your weekends more memorable and more meaningful, check out our retreat schedule.

Busy Person's Retreat

Go on retreat without leaving campus! Designed to fit your busy schedule, this five-day retreat offers you a chance to spend time in quiet reflection and prayer each day and to meet individually with a spiritual guide. Timed to coincide with Lent, it is a great way to deepen your relationship with God in the midst of your everyday life.

Open to: all students, faculty and staff
Dates: March 12 -16, 2012
Cost: free
 
For more information or to register contact Sr. Linda Lee Jackson at ljackson1@udayton.edu or 937-229-3570.

Couples Retreat

Take time to celebrate, learn, and share in your relationship. The Couples Retreat provides a chance to spend quality time together and for both of you to grow spiritually. There is also plenty of time for fun and relaxation. Couples in all stages of their relationship are encouraged to attend. Only one member of the couple must be a UD student.

Open to: sophomores, juniors, seniors
Dates: February 24-26, 2012
Location: Governors Island, Indian Lake, OH
Cost: $70 per couple

Fees include all meals, lodging and supplies for the weekend. Transportation is also provided, if needed. Financial assistance is available on a first-come, first served basis.


For more information, contact Allison Leigh at 937-229-4813 or aleigh1@notes.udayton.edu.

Guided Retreat

Enjoy a contemplative weekend to nurture your body and soul. The Guided Retreat offers time to reflect and renew your spirit through personal and shared prayer, peaceful walks, and spiritual guidance.

Open to: sophomores, juniors, seniors and graduate students
Dates: March 16-18, 2012
Location: Governors Island, Indian Lake, OH
Cost: $40

Fee includes all meals, lodging and transportation for the weekend.  Financial assistance is available.

For more information, contact Allison Leigh at 937-229-4813 or aleigh1@notes.udayton.edu.

Interdenominational Ministry Retreats

Step into your faith life and challenge yourself to look more Christlike in all areas.  Previous topics included building faith, making transitions and resetting priorities, values and perspectives.  What will this year's retreat bring? No matter what the topic, growth in God is sure to occur as we engage with nature and God.

Open to all undergraduate students.

Open to: all undergraduate students
Dates: April 13-15, 2012
Location: Governors Island, Indian Lake, OH
Cost: $35

Fee includes all meals and lodging.  Transportation is provided. Financial assistance is available.

For more information, contact Rev. LaKendra Hardware at hardwalp@notes.udayton.edu or 937-229-5800.

Lighthouse

Lighthouse explores life's challenges and searches out the sources of light and hope within those challenges. The Lighthouse retreat offers time to explore spirituality, self, and relationships through ritual and community reflection. Relax as the team guides you through fun, creative and sacred experiences.

Open to: sophomores, juniors, seniors
Dates: April 13-15, 2012
Location: Glen Helen, Yellow Springs, OH
Cost: $55

Fee includes all meals, lodging and supplies for the weekend. Transportation is also provided, if needed. Financial assistance is available on a first-come, first served basis.

For more information, contact Allison Leigh at 937-229-4813 or aleigh1@notes.udayton.edu.

Metamorphosis

This weekend retreat brings sophomores together to reflect on relationships, faith and life changes.  The retreat offers tools to sophomore students in the area of self and group reflection, discernment, and an individual’s spirituality and prayer life. This retreat focuses on the perplexing questions of "Who am I?"  "Who am I becoming?" "Who am I called to be?" In the words of Frederick Buechner, on vocation, discernment, and the quest for one’s calling is: looking for "where your greatest gifts meet the world’s greatest needs."

Open to: sophomores
Dates: November 18-20, 2011
Location: Governors Island, Indian Lake, OH
Cost: $50

Fee includes all meals lodging and supplies.  Financial assistance is available.

For more information, contact Bridget Ebbert at Bridget.Ebbert@notes.udayton.edu or 937-229-1754.

Metanoia

Metanoia inspires people to a change of heart by exploring the Gospel and how it shapes our own lives and the lives of others. Through scripture and sharing of personal witnesses, Metanoia challenges students to explore their invitation to discipleship. The Metanoia retreat is a moving and fun weekend with many surprises.


Open to: sophomores, juniors and seniors
Dates: February 10-12, 2011
Location: Bergamo Center, Beavercreek, OH
Cost: $55 (prior to January 20, 2012); $65 (after January 20, 2012)


Fee includes double room with private bath, all meals and materials.  Transportation can be provided as well, if needed.  Financial assistance is available on a first-come, first-served basis.



For more information, contact Allison Leigh at 937-229-4813 or aleigh1@notes.udayton.edu.

More to Life

More to Life provides a broad look at relationships with self, others and God and explores trust, reconciliation and affirmation in those relationships. More to Life invites you to experience a refreshing, energizing weekend in the beauty of nature and includes community reflection and time for yourself.

Open to: sophomores, juniors and seniors
Dates: November 11-13, 2011 and March 23-25, 2012
Location: Glen Helen, Yellow Springs, OH
Cost: $55

Fees include all meals, lodging and materials for the weekend. Transportation is all provided, if needed.  Financial assistance is available on a first-come, first-served basis.


For more information, contact Katrina Hamilton at hamiltonk3@udayton.edu.

New Beginnings

The New Beginnings Retreat offers first year students the opportunity to get off campus, away from the pressures of classes, studies, and work, to spend a little time in prayer and building your relationship with God. This retreat focuses on the transitions we encounter in life, especially in coming to UD. We discuss the fears and expectations faced in these "New Beginnings," the relationships we develop, and the visions we have for ourselves in this new time. On this retreat you will meet new friends, learn about what others are encountering in their transition to UD, and grow closer to God. Maybe beginning college won't feel so overwhelming anymore.

There will be time to listen, talk, share; pray alone and with others; have some fun; and get some sleep (well, maybe not too much sleep!)

Open to: first-year students
Dates: September 21-22 or September 28-29, 2012
Location: tba
Cost: tba

If you are a first-year student now and would like to become a leader for one of these retreats in September, click here to apply by April 3

 

For more information, contact Bro. Tom Pieper at Tom.Pieper@notes.udayton.edu or 937-229-3310 or contact your local campus minister in:

  •     Stuart Hall RM 139
  •     Marianist Hall RM 117
  •     Marycrest Hall 2 Middle
  •     Founders Hall RM 150
  •     Liberty Hall RM 101

PORCH Retreat

The PORCH Leaders' Retreat is a 24 hour retreat that includes great fun, great people and all of the tools you need to lead a small group. You will even find out how to get a free T-shirt.

Open to: all students, faculty and staff
Dates: September 9-10, 2011
Location: Cricket Holler
Cost: $20 

For more information, contact Allison Leigh at 937-229-4813 or aleigh1@notes.udayton.edu.

The Road Less Traveled

Led by first year students for first year students, this retreat will focus on how the themes of identity, journey and discipleship play in our lives.  This weekend will give you a chance to look deeper into the things that drive you and make you who you are.  With a combination of prayer, fellowship, games and simple time away from our hectic lives, this retreat will rejuvenate your life and give you a much-deserved infusion of joy and peace.


Open to: first-year students
Dates: February 24-25 and March 30-31, 2012
Location: Camp Kern, Oregonia, OH
Cost: $35  (Retreat team: $20)


Fee includes all meals, lodging and materials. Transportation is provided.  Financial assistance is available.

For more information, contact the campus minister in your residence hall.

Wilderness Retreat

Go take a hike! Discover yourself, God and new friends as the team leads you through the stunning beauty of Red River Gorge, Kentucky. Hiking by day and sleeping under the stars at night, experience a weekend of prayer and simplicity.

Open to: all undergraduate students
Dates: September 30-October 2, 2011 (women's), October 6-8, 2011 (men's), April 20-22, 2012 (co-ed)
Location: Red River Gorge, KY
Cost: $40

Fee includes all meals and transportation.  Backpacks can be provided as well.  Financial assistance is available.

Register now!  Space is limited and spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information, contact Allison Leigh at 937-229-4813 or aleigh1@notes.udayton.edu.