building a spiritual community
campus ministry's retreat programs offer a time to unplug from the many distractions of life and refocus your heart and mind on your spiritual journey.
whether your idea of getting away is finding a quiet, wooded spot for personal prayer or practicing yoga and meditation, there's something for everyone: incoming freshmen, graduating seniors, those wishing to experience one-on-one spiritual guidance or those looking to meet new people.
freshmen escape
the freshmen escape is a chance to take time out and reflect on your experiences during a weekend getaway led by upperclassmen. you'll meet new friends, discuss issues of college life, explore your faith, and hang out and relax.
the escape was held september 20-24, 2020. for more information, contact the retreat program coordinator jessie guerriero.
cultivate retreat
Join us for a day of fun & fellowship! Connect with fellow Hilltoppers to reflect on the first half of your semester.
the cultivate retreat was held on october 31, 2020. we plan to do another offering in the spring semester. for more information, contact the retreat program coordinator jessie guerriero.
atx adventure retreat
join us as we explore austin in fun, food, and faith! open to all undergraduate students but note that spots are very limited!
the atx adventure retreat will not be held this year due to covid. it was last held on october 26, 2019. for more information, contact the retreat program coordinator jessie guerriero.
emerge retreat
emerge is for sophomores, juniors and seniors and provides an opportunity to relax, reflect, build a community of support, serve and be strengthened.
emerge will be held on november 13-15, 2020. there will be an in-person on-campus option and a virtual option. for more information, contact the retreat program coordinator jessie guerriero.
senior retreat
during the craziness of senior year, take a short break to reflect on your time at st. edward's and stop to enjoy these last moments with other seniors. this overnight retreat led by st. edward’s staff provides an opportunity to share memories and pray together for god’s blessing as you prepare to move beyond the hilltop. the retreat is open to all seniors graduating in december 2019 and may, august or december 2020.
the senior retreat was held january 31 - february 1, 2020. for more information, contact campus minister josh stagni.
kairos retreat
meaning “god’s time” in greek, kairos is a student-led weekend retreat that allows students the opportunity to step back from the many demands of life at st. edward's in order to intentionally reflect on their relationships with god, with themselves, and with others.
kairos was held march 6-8, 2020. for more information, contact the retreat program coordinator jessie guerriero.
women's retreat
connect with other women and join us for some time of reflection and sharing designed to help us slow down and recognize god in our everyday.
the women's retreat was held via zoom on april 20-22, 2020. for more information, contact the retreat program coordinator jessie guerriero.
men's retreat
connect with other men and join us for a day of reflection and sharing designed to help us slow down and recognize god in our everyday.
the men's retreat typically takes place in april. for more information, contact campus minister josh stagni.