Our YOU Retreat centers around St. John Paul II's writings on Theology of the Body. This may sound confusing, what is Theology of the Body?
Literally, it's the study of God in the body. So what does this mean for a retreat? 

We will be diving into life, love, and the meaning of our bodies as God has intended them. Well-made video presentations from Ascension will start us off on topics about life, indentity, sex, celibacy, love, true freedom, and hot-button topics like contraception, abortion, homosexuality, and porn.

Adults may cringe at the idea of our youth learning about these topics, but we can guarantee: they already know. Sadly, what they know is what the world is telling them about all this, and what the world says is twisted, ugly, and leaves us feeling empty.
It's time to teach our youth about how GOD intended intended us to live in joy, truth, and love with each other. 

YOU Retreat Sign-Up

Details:

• Open to all high school students from multiple parishes
• 9am-7pm (optional opprtunity for Confession starting at 7pm)
• St. Joseph's Parish in Ishpeming
• Light breakfast snacks and coffee available upon arrival
• All materials and 2 full meals (lunch and supper) will be provided
• We ask for a $10 registration fee to help cover these costs
• Video presentations, fun activities, group discussions, friendly competition, journaling opportunitity, and time with the Lord all throughout the retreat
• The chance to ask Catholic college missionaries/students open questions about anything 
• Led by faithful adults from their parishes who will act as resources throughout the day