2023 Dates
Young Men
17 - 19
Young Women
17 - 19
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Be Honest:
Are You Taking Your Relationship with God Seriously?As a young person today, it can be tough not to give in to what the world says you should think, wear, and do. In today’s world, God is a myth, going to Mass on Sunday is old-fashioned, and praying isn’t worth it.
It’s time to remember the truth.
God is real, and He desires to have a relationship with YOU.
At the Duc in Altum, Catholic Youth Retreat, spend some time getting right with God and experiencing how deeply He loves you.
This weekend retreat is a great way to get back on track spiritually through the sacraments, connect with old and new friends, and have plenty of fun.
| Separate retreats are held for guys and girls, age 15-18. |
Deepen Your Relationship
with GodHoly Sacrifice of the Mass
Join the angels and saints in the heavenly banquet.
Eucharistic Adoration
Receive Our Lord’s gaze of love.
Sacrament of Confession
Experience the Father’s forgiveness.
Holy Rosary & Divine Mercy Chaplet
Grow in faith through these rich devotions.
Build Friendships
& Have FunSocial Time
Hang out with other young Catholics.
Indoor & Outdoor Activities
Enjoy hiking, football, board games, and more.
Inspiring Talks
Learn who God is and why the Catholic Faith is important.
Group Discussions
Know you are not alone on this journey.
Knowing Jesus
2022-2023 Retreat Theme"I am the good shepherd, and I know mine and mine know me" (John 10:14). Do you know Jesus or just know about Jesus? What does it mean to know Jesus? How can you hear His voice in your daily life? Join us for this Catholic youth retreat to grow in your relationship with Jesus through a dual focus on Scripture and the Eucharist. Both the November 18-20, 2022 and February 17-20, 2023 retreats will focus on this theme.
2023 February Speakers
AT the Duc in Altum Youth REtreat℠
Sr. Faustina Maria
Children of MaryTopic: The Call to Christ

Catherine Edwards
YOUTH PROGRAM ADMINISTRATORTopic: Reaching Out to Christ

Lauren Lapinski
YOUTH PROGRAM ADMINISTRATORTopic: The Identity of Christ

Anna Thompson
Catholic CorpsTopic: Following Jesus

Grace York
YOUTH PROGRAM ADMINISTRATORTopic: How Does Christ See Us?

Scott Anthony
YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT MINISTRIES MANAGER
Greg Becker
Catholic CorpsTopic: The AFC Mission and How God brought Me to be Part of It

Nathan Burt
YOUTH PROGRAM ADMINISTRATORTopic: Knowing Jesus in His Sacrificial Death

Josh Feibelman
YOUTH PROGRAM ADMINISTRATORTopic: Knowing Jesus in the Mass

Jerome Franey
GENERAL MANAGERTopic: Knowing Jesus in the Eucharist
Testimonies
From the Duc in Altum Youth RetreatRetreat Information
Duc in Altum Youth RetreatsFriday Night:
- Check-In 3:30-9:00 p.m.
- Optional pizza dinner from 5:00-6:00 p.m. in Vianney Center Dining Room
- Retreat officially begins at 6:00 p.m.
- Mass
- Group Games
- Talk
- Prayer Time
Saturday Morning:
- Breakfast
- Rosary
- Mass
- Talk
- Small Groups
- Games
Saturday Afternoon:
- Lunch
- Divine Mercy Chaplet
- Recreation
- Private Prayer
- Talk
- Small Groups
Saturday Night:
- Dinner
- Talk
- Adoration
- Social
- Night Prayer
Sunday Morning:
- Rosary
- Mass
- Brunch
- Departure: 12: 30 p.m.
FAQs
Duc in Altum Youth RetreatsI'm almost 15. Can I Attend?
We’re glad you are interested in coming to the Duc in Altum Youth Retreat!
If you will be 15 by the first day of the retreat, you may attend the retreat this year.
But if your birthday is after the retreat, you’ll have to wait until next year to come.