Faith Formation Events
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 2026 - SLEEPY EYE, MN
Registration begins Spring 2026
Camp Beloved ~ Girls camp filled with friendship, joy, prayer, & unforgettable summer fun.
Aug 1-3 (Gr 6-8)
Aug 4-7 (Gr 9-12)
Camp Greatness ~ Boys camp filled with sports, faith, brotherhood, & epic summer memories.
July 25-27 (Gr 6-8)
July 28-31 (gr 9-12)
507-233-5302
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SLEEPY EYE, MN
Registration opens 2026!
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.
Information:
Location: St. Aloysius, Olivia, MN
Time: Event begins at 4:00 PM and ends at 8:00 PM
Cost: $20
Registration: It is preferred that youth attend as part of a youth group. Contact your parish youth minister or pastor if you would like to attend! All youth are required to be accompanied by adults as per safe environment guidelines (8:1 youth to adults).
2025-26 dates
December 7th - Brendan McCauley, founder of the Humanum Project
February 22nd - Fr. Andy Davy, MIC
Minneota Area Mission Trip
Summer 2026 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
The Schoenstatt Girls' Group
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.
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 24-26, 2025 in Bird Island
February 14-16, 2026 in Winsted
June 27-29, 2026 in New Ulm
Visit www.riverbendtec.org for more information and registration form
Totus Tuus
June 26-July 3, 2026
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
October 15-18, 2026
Grades 10-11
Cost $275
Travel with other teens to the only approved Marian apparition site in the US. National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion, National Shrine of St. Joseph, Titletown Field near Lambeau Field