Vocation Retreats
FOR MEN – Quo Vadis Days
Quo Vadis translates to “Where are you going?”
Legend tells us that Saint Peter asked Jesus this question on the outskirts of Rome along the Appian Way. During that encounter Our Lord replied that He follows the will of the Father. What is God the Father’s will for you? Where are you going?
If you are a young man between the ages 15 and 25 who is considering the priesthood or religious life, Quo Vadis Days is for you! Join priests, seminarians and other young men like yourself to gather together in prayer (Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Liturgy of the Hours, Rosary and more), games, bonfires, recreation and sports (hiking, capture the flag, volleyball, Ultimate Frisbee, flag football) during this 5 day religious encounter.
When: June 26-30, 2022
Where: Mount Saint Mary’s Seminary, Emmitsburg, MD
Cost: $100 (If cost is an issue, please contact Father Ken to discuss)
Registration Deadline: June 17
⇒Download the Quo Vadis Days Pamphlet
⇒Download Registration Quo Vadis Days Form
FOR WOMEN – Fiat Days
Fiat means “Yes” in Latin
In the spirit of the Annunciation, young women are being encouraged to learn to follow in the footsteps of Mary during this retreat. Prayer, presentations and small group discussions during this time of discernment. You will be challenged to continue growing in holiness and to consider your own “fiat”.
Young women between the ages of 15 and 25 who are contemplating a call to religious life will want to say “yes” to Fiat Days. This retreat is a wonderful opportunity to meet sisters, hear their vocation stories and about their communities, attend Mass, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, pray the Liturgy of the Hours and the Rosary, and even enjoy some recreation.
When: July 5 – 8, 2022
Where: Saint Mary Providence Center, Elverson, PA
Cost: $100 (If cost is an issue, please contact Father Ken to discuss)
Registration Deadline: June 21
⇒Download the Fiat Days Pamphlet
⇒Download Fiat Days Registration Form
⇒For more information contact the Diocese of Harrisburg Office of Vocations at 657-4804 x282 or email vocations@hbgdiocese.org
Vocation Retreats are sponsored by the Office of Vocations for the Diocese of Harrisburg through contributions to the Diocesan Annual Campaign (DAC) and through support from business organizations and individuals.
