The Sophomore Silent Retreat is a day retreat away from school that focuses on silent Ignatian prayer and contemplation. Following the scheme of the daily Examen, the retreat leads students through a review of their recent lives with gratitude and contrition to God. The day begins with a brief presentation about the method of prayer and the presence of God. Student are given ample time for conversation with the Lord in prayer on the grounds of Manresa.

Schedule

Sophomores should meet in the Courtyard at Jesuit at 7:45am on the morning of their scheduled retreat, which is assigned by theology class. After the 8 a.m. bell, buses will transport students to the Manresa House of Retreats in Convent, LA. Buses will return to Jesuit before the end of the school day at 3:00pm. Faculty chaperones will be present to accompany students on their retreat. Lunch will be provided.

Dress Code and Behavior

Dress for the day is casual but respectful: jeans or decent shorts, pullover shirt or presentable T-shirt (no T-shirts advertising liquor or bearing suggestive messages), and tennis shoes are all acceptable. Students should wear something that would be acceptable at a casual family function.

As a Jesuit school function, all school rules of conduct apply. Cell phones are not allowed on the Sophomore Silent Retreat. Student need only bring a copy of the Bible. Students should not bring other books or electronic devices which would distract from the prayerful purpose of the day.