Retreats

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The Retreat program offers students the opportunity to take time out from their busy academic and social lives for prayer and discernment. Students frequently must consider major issues of faith, vocation, and identity. The design of our retreats reflects the developmental nature of the young adult's spiritual journey and growth.

Feel free to explore our website and if you have any questions please contact Anne McSweeney at ext. 2768 or amcsweeney@loyola.edu. Anyone interested in attending a Campus Ministry a retreat should Register Online. See our schedule of upcoming retreats and their corresponding registration dates below.

Unless otherwise noted, retreats will be held at our beautiful retreat center, Loyola University Retreat Center. Located on 20 serene acres in the mountains of Western Maryland, Loyola University Retreat Center offers a peaceful setting where individuals and groups are empowered to do the work necessary for reconnecting and renewing their hearts, minds, bodies and spirits.
Please visit the Loyola University Retreat House Website for more information.

Retreat Schedule 2011-12
A.M.D.G.: The Retreat (Nov. 4-6)
Sophomore Retreat (Nov. 11-13)
Chapel Choir & Gospel Choir Retreat (Nov. 18-20)
First Year Retreat (Feb. 10-12)
Senior Retreat (Feb. 17-19)
Junior Retreat (Feb. 24-26)
Men's Retreat (Mar. 23-25)
Women's Retreat (Apr. 13-15)

►First Year Retreat
February 10-12, 2012

This retreat invites first year students to "See God in All Things" by exploring their growing and changing relationships with family, friends, self and God. Upperclass Loyola students share their own experiences and encourage conversation and reflection on topics relevant to the first-year experience, including self-identity, transitions, relationships, community and discernment. The retreat weekend is February 10 - February 12, 2012. If you are interested please contact Kristin Witte at kwitte@loyola.edu or ext.2838.

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►A.M.D.G.: The Retreat
November 4-6, 2011

A.M.D.G.: The Retreat is for students who have had a significant retreat experience, either in high school or at Loyola. This includes Kairos, Emmaus, Encounter, Search, Loyola Class Retreats (i.e. Freshman, Sophomore, etc). A.M.D.G.'s main focus is on Ignatian Themes, such as the Fist Principal and Foundation of St. Ignatius, Being a Discerning Person, and The Magis, among others. The Retreat takes place the weekend of November 4-6, 2011, at Loyola University Retreat Center. If you feel that you have had a significant retreat experience, and wish to further explore your faith through Jesuit Core Values, please sign up for A.M.D.G.: The Retreat (on-line), or contact Fr. Jack Dennis at jdennis@loyola.edu or ext. 2444.

►Sophomore Retreat
November 11-13, 2012

The Sophomore "Identity" Retreat is a weekend of reflection and prayer for second year students. Entering a year of important decision-making (self-identity, friendships, finding your place, junior year abroad opportunities), this weekend will assist students to explore and discern personal direction and goals for the years ahead. While participating in small group discussions and hands-on activities, this retreat presents the opportunity for personal prayer and reflection as well as active engagement with classmates, upperclass students and a wide variety of Loyola College faculty and staff. The retreat will take place the weekend of November 11 - 13, 2011. Space is limited to about 30 students and will be reserved on a first come, first served basis. For more information please contact Fr. Jack Dennis, S.J. at jdennis@loyola.edu or call ext. 2444.

►Junior Retreat
February 24-26, 2012

The mission of the Junior Retreat is to give students a chance to spiritually reflect on the many transitions of their third year at Loyola. Bearing in mind that the transitions faced during junior year are only the beginning of a great number of life changes, the Junior Retreat also seeks to prepare juniors for future transitions. Junior Retreat takes place the weekend of February 24-26, 2012. If you are interested or have any questions please contact Amanda Malik akmalik@loyola.edu for more information.

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►Senior Retreat
Februrary 17-19, 2012

What will you be doing 3 months before graduation? How about setting aside one weekend before leaving Loyola to reminisce and reflect on the years that have passed and to pray and prepare for the years ahead. Join 40 of your classmates for an unforgettable exploration of where you’ve been and where you’re headed, what excites you and what scares you, how you’ll say goodbye to some friends and stay connected to others, and more. If you’ve never participated in a Loyola retreat, don’t miss your last chance! The retreat takes place February 17-19, 2012 and registration begins December 1, 2011. Please contact Jessica Pane for more information at jpane@loyola.edu or ext. 2883.

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►Women's Retreat
April 13-15, 2012

The Women's Retreat offers undergraduate women in the Loyola community a weekend away to pray, reflect and share with one another as women of faith in the 21st century. Led by a team of students and staff, there is plenty of time for discussion, prayer, and relaxation. This year's Women's Retreat will be held April 13 - 15, 2012. Please contact Kristin Witte at kwitte@loyola.edu or ext. 2838 for more information.

►Men's Retreat
March 23-25, 2012

The Men’s Retreat is a time for you to take several days away from campus and hang out with other Loyola men. During the weekend, you’ll be given the opportunity not only to look at your life by reflecting on your relationships with other men, women, and God, but also to get a better sense of who you are and where you’re going. It’s a time of insights, soul-searching, and more than a few laughs. It’s also the best kept secret on campus, although those who have made this retreat typically describe it as one of the most important experiences—if not THE most important experience—they’ve had during their time here at Loyola. Unfortunately, because of the nature of the retreat, the weekend is limited to 25 participants and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. We hope you will consider joining us for what promises to be an unforgettable experience.” Please contact Pat Range at pjrange@loyola.edu or ext 5375 for more information.