Faith Formation Events

Miracle of the Sun

Groups

Dead Theologians Society (DTS)

Dead Theologians Society is a Catholic youth program which focuses on education on the lives of the saints. High school students meet on specific Sundays from 7-9pm at the SMSU Campus Religious Center.


Retreats & Events

Summer Camps

SCHOENSTATT 2024 - SLEEPY EYE, MN

Registration begins Spring 2024

Camp Beloved (girls)

TBD (Gr 6-8) / TBD (gr 9-12)


Camp Greatness (boys) 

TBD (Gr 6-8) / TBD (gr 9-12)

https://www.dnu.org/youth

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GIRLS YOUTH SUMMER CAMP 

SLEEPY EYE, MN

Registration opens 2024!

Various dates in June - click here for details

Schoenstatt, a German word meaning "beautiful place," provides an opportunity for your daughter(s) to experience the beauty of Catholic values and enjoy activities that provide instructive, spiritual enrichment. The camps are under the direction of the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary. All members of the Schoenstatt Girls' Youth and interested Catholic girls ages 9 years and older are invited to participate in the camp sessions corresponding to their age group.

 

Click here to register for either or both days!

 

DNU Broomtree Retreat

A retreat designed for youth grades 9-12 who want to "go deeper" in their faith and their relationship with Christ.

This retreat gives youth an opportunity for spiritual direction, prayer, games, and a general "retreat" from the craziness of life. 

https://www.dnu.org/broom-tree-retreat

Minneota Area Mission Trip

Summer 2025 for youth grades 8-12

If you have any questions, please contact Emily Hennen via email, emhaugland@hotmail.com or 507-828-6797.

Catholic Heart Work Camp

For youth grades 7-12. 

Discounted tickets available! Contact DRE

It is one thing to say we are Christian but another to live it.

This Camp is designed to show the youth the importance of service and the truest meaning of the term Love thy Neighbor. At this event the youth will be exposed to Catholic Speakers. They will have a chance to meet other enthusiastic young Catholics from around the country. They will work with there hands to assist those less fortunate in the community.

Please take some time to view the Promo video to help yourself gain a better understanding of this opportunity to grow in Christ's love. 
Camp Info

Catholic Heart Work Camp Promo

The Schoenstatt Girls' Group

The Schoenstatt Girls' Group is starting September 30th!  Do you want to learn more about God and Mary? Sign up now!
The monthly Group is for all girls ages 6-18. It is held the last Monday of every month from 3-4:30pm at the Knights Hall. The Schoenstatt Girls’ Group includes games, crafts, and songs; they provide an opportunity for girls to grow in their faith and their love for God and Mary and to share this experience with other girls their age. For more information or to register for the Schoenstatt Girls Group, please contact Jean Callens at jcallens91@aol.com or 507-828-3472. Please share with others.

There will be a bus that travels from the Minneota Public School to St Edward School each day after school.  If you would like to take advantage of this travel opportunity, please contact St. Edward School at 507-872-6391 or Jean Callens at 507-828-3472.

Join us to start a new year of Schoenstatt!!

Riverbend TEC

(TOGETHER ENCOUNTERING CHRIST)
TEC is a 3-day retreat that invites youth age 16+ and adults to encounter ​Jesus in a real way.

October 28-30, 2023 in New Ulm

February 17-19, 2024 in Marshall

June 22-24, 2024 in Bird Island

Visit www.riverbendtec.org for more information and registration form​

Totus Tuus

July 7-12, 2024

Totus Tuus, which is Latin for "Totally Yours" (Pope St. John Paul II's motto), is a 4-day summer catechetical program for youth. A team of four young adults travel around the Diocese & teach our youth.

During the day, from 9am-2pm (M-Th), a program for youth in grades 1-6 are invited to learn about various themes of our Faith. This daytime program consists of teaching, games, Holy Mass, & skits. 

In the evening, from 7:30-9:30pm (Sun-Thurs), a program for youth in grades 7-12 are invited to join the team for faith discussions, prayer time (including Adoration), games, & the opportunity to witness college students living a fully Catholic life. 

Contact DRE if you would like to help in any way! email goodteacherafcre@hotmail.com

Discipleship Week

2 separate retreat experiences for grades 6-8 and 9-12. 
D-Week is an incredible, life-changing retreat experience for Catholic teens!  You will personally encounter God through, dynamic NET team, excellent music, practical presentations, Mass & Reconciliation, and outdoor activities. 
Learn more & register at www.netusa.org/dweek