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 focused on Environmental Justice, Agrarian Spirituality, and the Catholic Worker Movement

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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!

Date Announced Soon!

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 28-Saturday Mar h 1, 2025
WHO: Sophomore, Junior, and Senior Bennies and Johnnies

WHERE: Luther Crest Bible Camp, Alexandria, MN

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