Listen to God’s Voice in Pennsylvania

May 23-25, 2025 - Volant, PA

Time

Friday, May 23, 5pm to Sunday, May 25, 12pm

Location

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Camp & Retreat Center, Volant, PA

Activity

Hiking, spiritual talks

Listen to God’s Voice in the midst of His Creation

Join us for a weekend retreat in nature and nourish yourself spiritually!

Save Your Spot Now

$220 early bird (until May 15), $250 (starting May 16)

The Five Pillars of a

John Paul II Project Retreat

Encounter God Personally
Engulf yourself in an atmosphere of prayer. We will have daily Mass, Adoration, and opportunities for confession and spiritual direction.
Explore the Outdoors
Explore some of the most stunning areas of the United States (and beyond). Embark on an adventure while coming to know God’s creation.
Engage in Fellowship
Make new friends, or grow in already existing friendships, as you experience challenges in the wilderness and pray together.
Be Spiritually Formed
Receive spiritual food facilitated by our chaplains. Dive into the theology and spirituality of JPII or of the respective theme of the retreat.
Go Totally Unplugged
Seek total availability to your surroundings, fellow retreatants, and, most of all, God! Unplug for a few days and listen to His voice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included

Stay at retreat center for two nights (double rooms, split by gender). All meals: dinner Friday evening, breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday, and breakfast and lunch on Sunday.

What is not included

Transportation to retreat center. Please indicate in registration form if you drive, and we hope to link people up for car-sharing. Hiking gear.

The retreat starts at our the retreat center at 5pm on Friday, May 23, and ends around noon on Sunday, May 25. If you need a ride, there is a space on the pre-registration form to specify.

This is a young adult retreat, which we classify as age 18-35. Both single young adults and young adult married couples are welcome. Exceptions may be made.

Not at all. This is certainly a Catholic retreat, but people from all walks of faith or those searching are welcome.

This retreat is doable for all levels of outdoor enthusiasts.

A cornerstone of this retreat is the spiritual food, facilitated by our chaplain. You’ll be able to participate in daily Mass, adoration and a discussion on John Paul II’s teaching to young people.

Connecting with God and rejuvenating yourself through sacrament and prayer, nature, physical activity and nature, community and fellowship with others.

If you’re over 21, you’ll enjoy the drinks at night around the fire. If you’re under 21, you’ll enjoy other beverages.

Thanks for asking! Yes, we do in fact have more retreats. Check them out here!

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