Middle & High School Retreats
In the sixth grade, youth begin to be accountable for their spiritual growth as part of their Catholic commitment...
Of course their spiritual growth is a lifelong endeavor!
The Christian Formation program requires Middle School and High School youth to complete 1 retreat per year through the parish.
If a youth cannot attend a parish retreat, he/she is expected to make another retreat on his/her own.
Please use the Service and Retreat Log to record the times that you have gone on retreat. If you are unsure about an activity, talk to a Christian Formation staff person. The biggest criteria is taking time to open yourself to an experience of God’s transforming love.
Some of the retreats offer the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Check out How To Go To Confession, Video: Confession 101, and the Examination of Conscience for High School Youth. You can print out the Act of Contrition and bring it with you! You can also have it on your phone – download or use the free app Laudate.
Retreats (and penances) also sometimes include praying the Rosary. Check out How to Pray the Rosary.
Retreats for 2026-2027
Grades 6 through 8
SPIRITUS Retreat -- Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 9 am to 5:00 pm (plus transport time) at St. James in Mukwonago and includes a Mass at 4 pm. (Transportation to be determined.) A team of young adults, ages 19 to 29, will be leading the retreat -- they devote a school year to ministry around Wisconsin. Mass fulfills the Sunday obligation. Includes lunch. The retreat is a collaboration of several area parishes including St. Dominic, SAL, and QOA. Flyer (coming soon). Return the permission slip (coming soon) to Kelly Farrell by the pancake breakfast on Sunday, September 27. The retreat fee is already been paid with your faith formation registration. Please bring a snack for 12 -- last name begins with A-H = Salty, I-P = Sweet, Q-Z = Juice boxes or soda.
Archdiocese of Milwaukee Middle School Camp Overnight Retreat -- Saturday - Sunday, November 8-9, 2026 from 8:00 am Saturday to 1:00 pm Sunday (plus transport time) at Phantom Ranch Bible Camp in Mukwonago. Middle School Camp is an overnight retreat with a summer camp flare. The event combines a traditional summer camp atmosphere with a powerful Catholic retreat. Activities include team-building games, parish vs. parish showdowns, witness talks, dynamic praise and worship, Adoration, and Mass. Overnight lodging and three meals: Saturday Lunch, Dinner, and Sunday Breakfast, included. More Information and sign up are coming!
Easter Vigil Encounter -- Saturday, March 28, 2027 from 6 pm to 10 pm at QOA. We will attend the Celebration of the The Easter Vigil which is the first official celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus. Held in the hours of darkness on Holy Saturday night, we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the darkness of death. Surrounding the Vigil, we will learn about The Service of Light (lighting of the Easter Candle), The Liturgy of the Word within 7 readings, The Liturgy of Baptism which includes the Blessing of the Water and renewal of Baptismal promises, and The Celebration of the First Eucharist, through videos, discussion from guest speakers, and other activities. Adult chaperones are encouraged. You must be willing to meet the Safe Environment requirements. Training is available. Sign up is coming!
Grade 9
Freshman Retreat -- Saturday, September 26, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Anthony on the Lake
*Please include "(QOA)" in the name when registering. Registration will be available soon.
Adult chaperones are encouraged. You must be willing to meet the Safe Environment requirements. Training is available.
Grade 10
Sophomore Retreat-- Saturday, November 7 at 2 p.m. – Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Noon at Camp Whitcomb Mason
*Please include "(QOA)" in the name when registering. Registration will be available soon.
Adult chaperones are encouraged. You must be willing to meet the Safe Environment requirements. Training is available.
Grades 11 / 12
Confirmation
Confirmation Retreat
