2022 Dates
Young Men
18 - 20
Young Women
18 - 20
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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.
Special Guests
Catholic Youth Retreat
Br. Andrew Brébeuf
Speaking at Young Men’s RetreatBrother Andrew was born and raised in Maria Stein, Ohio. Upon high school graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army as a Combat Engineer. Concurrently, he began studies at The Ohio State University. As he immersed himself in the Buckeye Catholic Community, he began discerning a call to the priesthood, leading him to change majors from engineering to philosophy. He met the Servants of Christ Jesus on retreats at Ohio State and as a counselor at Catholic Youth Summer Camp in Centerburg, Ohio. He began formation with the Servants in August 2019. On October 17, 2019 he was accepted into the novitiate and received the name Brother Andrew Brébeuf.
Maggie Craig
Speaking at Women's Youth RetreatMaggie Craig graduated from Franciscan University of Steubenville cum laude with her M.A. in Theology and her B.A. in Catechetics. Equipped with humorous personal stories and dynamic authenticity, Maggie delights in bringing the message of the joys of the Gospel to parishes, schools, youth groups, and college campuses around the country. You can learn more about Maggie at www.maggie-craig.com.
Testimonies
From the Duc in Altum Youth RetreatRetreat Information
Duc in Altum Youth RetreatsFriday:
- 3:30 p.m. Check-in & socializing
- 5:15 p.m. Holy Sacrifice of the Mass
- 7:15 p.m. Dinner, welcome, & orientation
- 8:15 p.m. Introductions & ice breakers
- 9:00 p.m. Rosary, Eucharistic Adoration, & Sacrament of Reconciliation
- 10:30 p.m. Social time
- 11:30 p.m. Lights out
Saturday:
- 8:00 a.m. Breakfast
- 9:00 a.m. Holy Sacrifice of the Mass
- 10:30 a.m. Retreat talk
- 12:00 p.m. Lunch
- 1:15 p.m. Indoor & outdoor activities
- 3:00 p.m. Divine Mercy Chaplet
- 3:45 p.m. Retreat talk
- 4:30 p.m. Reflection & group discussion
- 5:30 p.m. Dinner
- 7:00 p.m. Rosary, Eucharistic Adoration, & Sacrament of Reconciliation
- 9:00 p.m. Movie or free time
- 12:30 a.m. Lights out
Sunday:
- 8:00 a.m. Breakfast
- 9:30 a.m. Holy Sacrifice of the Mass (guys retreat)
- 11:15 a.m. Retreat talk
- 12:15 p.m. Reflection & group discussion
- 12:45 p.m. Lunch
- 1:45 p.m. Indoor & outdoor activities
- 3:00 p.m. Divine Mercy Chaplet
- 3:45 p.m. Retreat talk
- 4:15 p.m. Reflection & group discussion
- 5:00 p.m. Free time
- 6:00 p.m. Dinner
- 8:00 p.m. Rosary, Eucharistic Adoration, & Sacrament of Reconciliation
- 8:15 p.m. Holy Sacrifice of the Mass (girls retreat)
- 10:00 p.m. Free time
- 12:30 a.m. Lights out
Monday:
- 8:45 a.m. Breakfast
- 9:30 a.m. Rosary
- 10:00 a.m. Holy Sacrifice of the Mass
- 11:15 a.m. Brunch
- 12:30 p.m. Pick-up
- 2:00 p.m. Shuttle departs for the airport
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.