Youth Retreats

Here in the Diocese of Richmond we are fortunate to have a vibrant youth retreat system in place. Each year there are many different retreats offered for youth to participate in. 

Discovery is a peer ministered retreat geared towards 9th and 10th grade students.  During this weekend long retreat, youth will have a chance to discover more about themselves and their relationship with God.  This happens through peer and adult led talks, small group discussions, and community building activities.
Discovery retreats will be held:

• Feb. 5-7, 2010 at Smith Mountain Lake (near Roanoke)
• Mar. 5-7, 2010 at Smith Mountain Lake (near Roanoke)
• Mar. 5-7, 2010 at Camp Hanover (near Richmond)
• Mar. 12-14, 2010 at Grace Bible Camp (near Lexington)
• Mar. 26-28, 2010 at Eastover Retreat Center (near WIlliamsburg)

Christian Awakening is a peer ministered retreat designed for 11-12th graders. It is similar in format to Discovery, but allows for more mature youth to delve deeper into their faith. Youth will look at ways to live out their faith in a vibrant way through service to others while becoming better, more committed Christians.

Christian Awakening retreats will be held:

• Feb. 26-28-2010 at Mary, Mother of the Church Abbey (near Richmond)
• Mar. 19-21, 2010 at Smith Mountain Lake (near Roanoke)
• April 16-18, 2010 at Williamsburg Christian Retreat Center (near Williamsburg)

Kujenga is a peer-ministered retreat designed for African-American youth to learn about their own culture as well as their relationship with God through a celebration of culture and customs. This retreat will take place Feb. 5-7, 2010 at Virginia United Methodist Assembly Center, Blackstone, VA. 

Registrations are typically due not later than two weeks prior to the retreat date. If you would like more information or to register for one of these retreats, please contact Rabia at rlieber@bsccva.com.