Students representing colleges and universities throughout the State of South Carolina come together for a retreat experience one weekend in the fall and again in the spring each year.

The weekend programs are held at regional retreat centers and are planned by the campus ministers and student leaders. Registration fees are shared between the student participant and the respective campus ministry.

The retreat experience includes: input, small group sharing, prayer, Eucharistic Adoration, Penance Service, celebration of Mass, good food, great atmosphere, and solid fellowship.

2011 FALL REGIONAL RETREATS

THEME: Living As One Human Family – A Global Solidarity Retreat

SPARTANBURG: USC-Upstate / Converse / Wofford - Day of Reflection
October 15
Jesus, Our Risen Savior Parish

COLUMBIA: Columbia College / Orangeburg SC State &Claflin / Winthrop / Presbyterian
Overnight retreat September 30 - October 1
Camp Kinard (30 minutes NW of Columbia)

CHARLESTON: College of Charleston / Coastal Carolina / Francis Marion
Overnight retreat - October 28 - 29
Camp Sewee (35 miles north of Charleston)

FIRE AT THE BEACH diocesan program.

The keynotes are excellent; there are several workshops relevant to young adults; two wonderful liturgies; and a special Friday evening track just for Young Adults. (including presentation – small groups – Eucharistic Adoration – social at local pub)

September 23 – 24

St. Francis by the Sea Parish in Hilton Head. If you have students interested in this program, they need to find transportation and lodging, but diocese will help subsidize this event. It is yet another wonderful spiritual alternative for the fall.

2012 WINTER STATEWIDE RETREAT

THEME: Living with Faith & Doubt in College

Overnight on February 17-18
Camp Kinard
Leader: Fr. Terry Klein

Fr. Klein has taught at Ohio Dominican University in Columbus OH, at St. John's and Fordham in New York, and is just beginning his work as chair of theology department at St. Bonaventure University in western NY. Lately he has been contributing to the culture section of AMERICA magazine. His ability to connect faith with classic and contemporary art/music/drama/film makes a natural connection with our lives.

Music Leader: Bryan Murdaugh

All retreats include: student-led groups, quiet time, prayer Overnights include Mass & Penance opportunities

Student cost: $25 (scholarships available)

Details: cofcatholics@aol.com