A retreat is an oppritunity to give more of your time in prayer and deepen your relationshiph with Jesus Christ. The purpose of a spiritual retreat is to enter into a time where we can temporarily leave behind the distractions that we so often fall in to. The Catholic Encyclopedia describes the need for for retreats: "“In the fever and agitation of modern life, the need of meditation and spiritual repose impresses itself on Christian souls who desire to reflect on their eternal destiny, and direct their life in this world towards God.”
St. Paul's Newman Center has many retreat oppritunities throughout the year that help student grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ by offering them time to relax, pray and take time to reflect of God's will for them. Take a look at the oppritunities we have.