Retreats
Our retreat program provides each student with a unique opportunity to share her faith in a trusting Christian community. She enriches her awareness of God, self, family and relationships. She does this through activities, personal reflections and talks shared by alumnae and faculty.
Freshman Retreat: A Comfortable cup of tea: Discovering who you are in your transition to high school
September 7, 8, 9, 10
Students participate in this day-long retreat as a part of their Freshman Activities Days. Students reflect on who they are at this moment in time, their past influences, and who they hope to become as a “Mercy girl”. They continue to connect with their new classmates and friends.
*Freshman retreat is free and mandatory. Students are already registered for this retreat which takes place during the school day at Camp Cedar Ridge.
Sophomore Retreat: What are my superpowers?
October 6 or March 4
Students become enlightened to how their own spiritual gifts help serve in a world in need based on the letter from St. Paul to the Corinthians regarding spiritual gifts. They learn that their gifts, talents, skills and passions are their God-given superpowers and they play a part in changing the world for the better.
*Cost is $50 - Form Below
Junior Retreat: The House that built me
November 11-12 or January 13-14
Students explore the “home” and “family” they have made for themselves through their valued relationships. They learn how their values are intertwined with their family of origin and the broader global family and are given “tools” to aid in “adult” relationships, especially in regards to their parents and friends.
*Cost is $100 - Form Below
Senior Retreat: christian awakening - Step into the daylight
September 15-17 or March 29-31
Students consider their relationship with God as they think about entering into the adult world. They look at their relationship to God, challenges and obstacles of this kind of relationship, and how their relationship with God is lived out as a Woman of Mercy.
*Cost is $150 - Form Below
Please contact Jessica Vivona if you are interested with helping at retreats or the Parent Prayer Nights for all retreats.
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