Youth Retreat

St. Joseph Parish

Nurtured by Word and Sacrament we are called to share our faith and reach out to others in need.

Main Topic Selections

Belief Statements

n       We are committed to
        providing engaging
        liturgies, faith-filled
        ministries, and life
        long formation.

n       We are committed to
        creating a welcoming
        environment.

n       We are committed to
        living a Christ-like life
        style in word and action.

Text Box: RETREATS

Text Box: · Retreat Ministry is designed for those who desire a to grow closer to God.
· Retreats develop a greater sense of community
· Retreats are helpful to those who feel they are drifting away from God
· On a retreat you can discover how God is active in your life.
Retreats include
· Personal faith stories from teens and adults
· Small group activities
· Social Time
· Prayer Time

Text Box: KAIROS
Kairos is Latin for God’s Time. Kairos is a 4 day 3 night retreat for Juniors and Seniors in High School. The theme of the Kairos days are:
Who am I?
Who is Jesus?
What is the Message of
Jesus for me?
How do I respond to that
message in my life?
The first Kankakee area Kairos hosted by Maternity BVM, St. Joseph, St.
Martin’s, St. Pat’s and Theresa’s will be held June 20-23