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"Improving ourselves to help others in love, as we're all God's children."
King’s College Retreats
Students are busy people, there is no doubt about it! Many college students welcome the opportunity to draw aside with friends to be attentive to the spirit of God living within them. The Catholic tradition has always held a place of importance for retreat experiences. Withdrawing from the hectic pace of campus life to experience the love and support of a Christian community often awakens our love and desire for God. Students who have made any of the retreats listed below, continue to meet monthly for a prayer experience and social time.
"You have looked deep into my heart, Lord, and you know all about me. You know when I am resting or when I am working, and from heaven you discover my thoughts."
Psalm 139
Encounter with Christ Retreat
This retreat is open to all students at King’s. This two-night retreat gathers students to an atmosphere where they can come to know and experience Christ through the community. Gathered together the participants experience Christ manifested especially in the members of the team. The retreat team "talks" play a significant role in this experience of witnessing to Christ. Interested students should contact Bob Shearn, Associate Campus Minister by phone at 5691 or by email at rmshearn@kings.edu.
"Who do you say that I am?" Matthew 16:15
Senior Evening of Reflection
Members of the graduating senior class are invited to participate in an evening of reflection. Seniors graduating in December of May are eligible to participate in one of six Senior Reflection Dinners scheduled in a semester. Dinners are held on Tuesday Evenings from 6 to 8 PM in Moreau Auditorium. Seniors reminisce on their time on King's and share hopes and dreams for the future over a hearty meal with classmates, faculty, staff, and administration. It is at no cost to the student. Graduating seniors are encouraged to contact Bob Shearn, Associate Campus Minister by phone at 5691 or by email at rmshearn@kings.edu.
"We thank God for you and always mention you in our prayers. Each time we pray, we tell God our Father about your faith and loving work and about your firm hope in our Lord Jesus Christ."
I Thessalonians 1:2-3
Busy People’s Retreat
Students, faculty and staff are welcome to this on-campus retreat which sets aside time each day for personal prayer and meeting with a retreat guide. The week-long retreat begins on a Sunday evening at 8:00 P.M. The retreat is usually held during the Lenten season and is a wonderful opportunity to explore one’s relationship with God while being active in campus life. The retreat guides visit the King’s campus from various parts of the country and provide spiritual direction and reflection materials. Night prayer is held in the Campus Ministry Center. If interested, contact Father Dick Hockman, C.S.C.by phone at 5892 or by email at rchockma@kings.edu.
"Ask, and you will receive. Search and you will find. Knock, and the door will be opened for you. Everyone who asks will receive." Matthew 7:7-8
Walk of Faith—Outdoor Mini-Retreat
The mountains ranges of Northeastern Pennsylvania are beautiful anytime of year. Sunny autumn afternoons invites students to explore the majestic colors of these mountains on a day of hiking. Participants stop at various sites to pray and to read Scripture. Time is allowed for faith sharing, lunch and time to be with friends. Interested groups may contact Bob Shearn, Associate Campus Minister by phone at 5691 or by email at rmshearn@kings.edu to arrange a day of prayer and hiking.
"Let everyone who thirsts come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as scripture says: "Rivers of living water will flow from within." John 7:37-38
Transportation
Transportation for King’s College Retreats (to and from off-campus sites) in most cases is arranged or provided by the Office of Campus Ministry.
Cost
The cost of King’s College Retreats is relatively low. Financial assistance is available upon request. Registration for all retreats may be made through the Office of Campus Ministry at extension 5890. For more information about any of the King’s Retreats listed above, call Bob Shearn by phone at 5691 or by email at rmshearn@kings.edu, or Marie Lendacky by phone at 5890 or by email at mtlendac@kings.edu.
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