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Encounter Retreats

The goal of “The Encounter” retreat is to rediscover the reasonableness and the joy of the Encounter with the person of Jesus Christ. Through prayer, witnesses and a shared common life, retreatants will be able to recognize Christ’s presence as relevant to their  human experience.  

 

Below are some FAQs about the Encounter retreat. Please contact Mr. Carney (rc@fenwick.org) or Father Benetti (fmb@fenwick.org) with any other questions you may have. Both of us are happy to set up a phone call to talk through more details.

1. Register
2. Complete Permission Forms

FAQs about the Encounter Retreat

 

Where and when is the retreat? 

  • Where: Craigville Retreat Center 

    • The Craigville Retreat Center is a popular retreat center located right next to Craigville beach on Cape Cod.

  • When: Encounter 9 will take place from the afternoon of Thursday November 6 – midday on Sunday November 9, 2025 

How do students get there and back? 

  • Students will leave together on a bus on Thursday November 6th after school. 

  • Students will get back around 1pm on Sunday November 9th. We will conclude with a Mass at Bishop Fenwick. 

Do students have their phones? 

  • In order to allow everyone to be present during the retreat, on the first day, the students turn in their phones. They get them back on the last day. 

  • If parents or students need to get in contact with each other, the leaders have phones that can be used. 

How many students are going? 

  • Check in with Mr. Carney in Campus Ministry to see who is going. We are anticipating 50 – 60 students from all grade levels on this retreat. 

  • Even though you won’t  know all of the students who are going, this is a great opportunity to make great new friends

What do you do there? 

  • On the Encounter retreat, we try to spend time intentionally with one another and with God. This includes a mix of games, talks from students and adults, reflection, prayer, music, and an infamous football game. 

What does it cost? 

  • For food, lodging, and transportation the cost is $300.

  • If cost is an issue, please email Mr. Carney or Fr. B. We will not let cost be prohibitive. 

How do I sign up? 

  • Complete this online registration above. 

What should I bring? 

  • Check with Mr. Carney for a packing list 

What if I take medication? 

  • Your child should bring their medication in a Ziploc bag. I (Mr. Carney) will hold the medication during the retreat and ensure they take it as prescribed. Our nurse, Mrs. Riley-Singh, will call you to confirm the plan.

I haven’t been to church and I don’t really practice my faith, can I still go? 

  • Yes, of course. This retreat is for ALL people regardless of where you are on your faith journey.