Saint Meinrad to host Jubilee Year of Hope Family Retreat

The Children’s Revival of Participation at Sunday Mass, an initiative of Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, invites families to a one-day Jubilee Year of Hope Family Retreat on Saturday, July 12, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central time at Saint Meinrad Archabbey. 

The event, held in honor of the Jubilee Year of Hope, aims to deepen faith, renew hope, and re-engage children in the life of the Church.

Highlights of the day include:
· Reconciliation: Opportunities for families to engage in the sacrament of reconciliation, fostering spiritual growth and reflection.
· Tour of the Archabbey Grounds: Explore the beautiful Saint Meinrad Archabbey grounds and learn about its rich history.
· Picnic Lunch: Enjoy a delightful picnic lunch, providing time for relaxation and community bonding.
· Mass: Participate in a special Mass that encourages and empowers children’s active involvement.
· Jubilee Year of Hope Sessions: Engage in interactive sessions focused on the theme of hope, designed to inspire and uplift families.

The cost for the retreat is $50 per family of four, with an additional $10 per extra family member, covering lunch and all activities.

To register visit: https://saintmeinrad.edu/revivalretreat or contact Kelly Gallagher, program director for the Children’s Revival of Participation at Sunday Mass, at [email protected] or 812-357-6146.

As a designated Holy Place for the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope, Saint Meinrad offers pilgrims an opportunity to deepen their faith during this time. The Children’s Revival project, funded by a $1.25 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc.’s Nurturing Children through Worship and Prayer Initiative, seeks to increase the capacity of parishes to incorporate children’s leadership and ways of worship into regular Sunday Masses. By emphasizing intergenerational participation, the initiative underscores the importance of children being seen, heard, and valued in the Catholic Church’s central act of worship.