THE Brick Retreat

Youth Ministry
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- Details
  
  The goal of this retreat is to introduce teenagers to the Person of Christ and the Paschal Mystery. By using a BRICK as an analogy for their sin, teenagers are challenged to acknowledge Jesus Christ as their savior and enter into a deeper relationship with Him. Teenagers are empowered at the closing session of the retreat to continue to build their lives and faith on the firm foundation of Jesus Christ, our Cornerstone.
  
  Who: All 8th graders are encouraged to attend. If your teen is discerning the Sacrament of Confirmation, please note that the expectation of the bishop is that a retreat is part of their formation.
  
  When: Oct. 15th thru Oct 17th (Overnight Retreat).
  
  Meet at church @ 6:00pm on Friday, Oct. 15th.
  Arrive back @ 1:00pm on Sunday, Oct 17th.
  
  Where: Arrowhead Camp & Retreat Center
  
  Transportation: Bus
  
  Cost: $130
- FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
  
  How many people are coming on the retreat? Adults?
  
  We HOPE that all Fusion 8th graders will participate in The Brick Retreat.
  
  We anticipate 60-75 participants; with an approximately even split between boys and girls.
  
  We will have 10-12 Adult & High School CORE Members on the retreat.
  
  What about meals? Do we need to bring money?
  
  Arrowhead Camp & Retreat Center will serve our meals. There will plenty to eat with a protein, vegetables, bread, and a salad option. Desserts too! Any food allergies? Let us know about that when you registration. NO money is needed for food. It is included in the cost of the retreat.
  
  How is medication handled? An adult CORE Members will be our designated Medic! The medic will provide teens with over the counter medications (as permitted in registration form), bandaids, and their prescriptions. Prescriptions medications should be labelled clearly with the teen's name and given by parents to the medic at sign-in. The medic will make sure teens are taking their prescriptions at the appropriate times.
  
  Is there a packing list? A packing list will be sent out prior to the retreat.
  
  Got a specific question? E-mail to lmiller@stgabriel.org.
- COVID PROTOCOLS
  
  We will be taking precautions, while accounting for the teens' emotional, mental, and spiritual needs. As many activites as possible will be outside. Masks are highly encouraged during our inside activities. Teens' bunk beds will be spaced out and will alternated head to toe.
  
  Those who choose to wear masks will be supported by staff, CORE Team and other teens.
  
  If your teen is unvaccinated or immunocompromised, please carefully consider their involvement in this retreat.