Retreats

FYRE (First Year Retreat Experience)

Rooted in our Catholic, Benedictine heritage, this retreat is open all students, of any faith tradition. We invite all first year students into this experience as we foster discipleship through hospitality, worship, prayer, witness, and reflection so students may embrace and live out their faith. Upperclassmen continuously call this retreat one of their favorite memories of their first year at Saint John’s and Saint Ben’s. 

FYRE is designed specifically for first-year students, focusing on spirituality and supporting them to begin building a faith community. Students spend the weekend reflecting, discussing their personal faith, and participating in a series of talks and activities. 

When: September 27-29 2024

Where: Luther Crest, Alexandria, MN

It is a weekend of discovery that poses the questions:

• Who am I in this transition to college?
• Who am I going to be? Who do I want to become?
• Where does God fit into my life at CSB/SJU?

This retreat is an opportunity to spend a weekend meditating on Stewardship, Care for Creation, and Simple Living

What: Prayer in the Garden is a retreat experience for sophomores, juniors, and seniors which will explore stewarship, care for creation, and simple living. We believe that the presence of God is everywhere. This year, our retreat will take place at the Catholic Worker Farm in Lake City, MN.

When: Fall 2024

Where: Lake City Catholic Worker Farm, 33292 County 5 Blvd, Lake City, MN 55041

Fee: FREE! 

If you have any questions, feel free to contact SJU Campus Ministry at [email protected] or 320-363-2790.

A space for Bennies and Johnnies to take a step back from the world and spend time with one another in prayer,
reflection, and active life. This retreat will explore themes of stewardship, connecting with God as creator, and fellowship. We will explore faith and spend plenty of time in the great outdoors!

February 10th 10:00am-3:00pm,

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An opportunity for students to look at their CSB and SJU journey and consider how they’re being prepared
for the next step of life’s adventure. Through shared prayer, reflection and storytelling, this  retreat will
guide students to think about their callings and provide them with discernment practices for everyday life. 

WHEN: Friday February 23-Saturday February 24, 2024
WHO: Sophomore, Junior, and Senior Bennies and Johnnies

WHERE: Luther Crest Bible Camp, Alexandria, MN

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