Mercy and Hope in Arkansas

April 25-27, 2025 - Devil's Den State Park, AR (for Benedictine College students)

Time

Friday, April 25, 7pm to Sunday, April 27, 1pm

Location

Devil’s Den State Park, AR

Activity

Camping, hiking, spiritual talks

Mercy and Hope

Enter More Deeply into the Mystery of God’s Superabounding Love and Celebrate the Feast of Divine Mercy in the Outdoors!

Save Your Spot Now

$35 (until April 20), $60 (starting April 21) — this retreat is only open for students of Benedictine College

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

Campsite reservation. All meals: dinner Friday evening, breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday, and breakfast and lunch on Sunday.

What is not included

Transportation to the state park. Hiking and camping gear.

The retreat starts at our campsite in Devil’s Den at 7pm on Friday, April 25, and ends at 1pm on Sunday, April 27. If you need transportation or if you can give a ride, there is a space on the pre-registration form to specify.

Yes. With that being said, we can see if there are ways to get you gear for the weekend. If you have your own tent and camping gear and are willing to share, that would be extremely helpful! You can let us know when registering.

This is a retreat exclusively for students of Benedictine College in Atchison, AR (Go Ravens!). If you are not a student, please check out our other retreats.

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 divine mercy.

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!

Your question is not answered in this FAQ section? Then feel free to reach out.