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ECHO Retreats are dynamic and immersive Catholic retreat experiences of St. John Paul II's landmark teaching called the Theology of the Body. Geared toward different audiences (young adults, teens, engaged couples, and married couples), ECHO is not just an intellectual exercise, but a journey into the heart where we discover the "distant echo" of God's plan for life and love from the very beginning.
Focused on identity, prayer, vocation, relationships, and the Catholic Church's teachings on human sexuality, participants are invited into a new level of freedom to be the gift that God has called them to be. |
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ECHO - COVECREST
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Dates:
April 4-6, 2025 Location: Lifeteen Camp Covecrest - Tiger, GA Audience: Young Adults (18-35 years of age and out of high school) Cost: $140 |
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
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ECHO - STILLWATER
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Dates:
June 20-26, 2025 (Young Adults) June 23-26, 2025 (Teens) Location: Stillwater Catholic Retreat Center - Abbeville, LA Audience: Young Adults (19-35 years of age and one year out of high school) Teens (entering juniors through graduated seniors as of Summer 2025) Cost: $449 - Early Registration Discount (March 14-28) $499 (After March 28) |
REGISTRATION IS OPEN! CLICK BELOW.
Looking to register a teen? Click Here.
ECHO STILLWATER - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
why do young adults come first and teens later?
The ECHO Summer Retreats have a unique format! Young adults come first to receive the retreat, journey together, and grow in community over the weekend. On Monday afternoon, we all welcome the teens into the retreat as the young adults begin to now give away what they have received over the weekend by serving as mentors, on hospitality team, or on prayer team. It's a powerful experience for young adults who attend the full experience.
what is covered in the registration cost?
Registration is all-inclusive...it covers food, lodging, retreat materials, supplies, etc. All you need to do is simply to get yourself there!
arrival time & departure time:
Young Adults Staying the Full Week: Please arrive to Stillwater Catholic Retreat Center between 4:00 - 6:00 PM on June 20th! The retreat will begin with dinner at 6:00 PM. The retreat will end by 3:30 PM on Thursday, June 26th. Please plan accordingly.
Young Adults Staying Only For the Weekend: Please arrive to Stillwater Catholic Retreat Center between 4:00 - 6:00 PM on June 20th! The retreat will begin with dinner at 6:00 PM. Weekenders are allowed to stay on site through the first morning session on Monday, June 23rd.
Young Adults Staying Only For the Weekend: Please arrive to Stillwater Catholic Retreat Center between 4:00 - 6:00 PM on June 20th! The retreat will begin with dinner at 6:00 PM. Weekenders are allowed to stay on site through the first morning session on Monday, June 23rd.
INFO IF YOU PLAN TO FLY:
We are able to offer complimentary shuttles to and from Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT).
Young Adults Staying the Full Week: Please schedule your flight to arrive NO LATER than 5:00 PM on Friday, June 20th. Please schedule your departure flight NO EARLIER than 5:30 PM on Thursday, June 26th.
Young Adults Staying Only For the Weekend: Please schedule your flight to arrive NO LATER than 5:00 PM on Friday, June 20th. You may schedule your departing flight anytime on Monday, June 23rd. Keep in mind that weekenders must depart campus after the first morning session on Monday.
Young Adults Staying the Full Week: Please schedule your flight to arrive NO LATER than 5:00 PM on Friday, June 20th. Please schedule your departure flight NO EARLIER than 5:30 PM on Thursday, June 26th.
Young Adults Staying Only For the Weekend: Please schedule your flight to arrive NO LATER than 5:00 PM on Friday, June 20th. You may schedule your departing flight anytime on Monday, June 23rd. Keep in mind that weekenders must depart campus after the first morning session on Monday.
what to expect?
Expect great things! There will be dynamic talks on the Theology of the Body, relationships, friendships, prayer, vocation, and the call to chastity. Expect artistic expression, awesome music, Adoration, opportunities for confession, praise & worship, sports and outdoor activities, daily Mass, powerful discussions, times for quiet prayer, and so much more.
what are the overnight accommodations like?
Stillwater Catholic Retreat Center offers bunk-style accommodations. You may request bunkmates during the registration process.
Do you accommodate dietary needs/restrictions?
We are able to accommodate most medically-prescribed diets. However, we cannot accommodate dietary preferences. Please share your medically-prescribed dietary restrictions during the registration process, and we will be in touch if there are any issues.
can i come for just the weekend?
We highly recommend coming for the full week to get the full ECHO experience. There are talks, sessions, and activities that you will only hear and experience during the full week. However, we do offer the option to come just for the weekend for those who cannot attend the full week.
WHY IS THE REGISTRATION COST FOR THE WEEKEND THE SAME AS THE FULL WEEK FOR YOUNG ADULTS?
The registration cost to attend ECHO is for 4 days and 3 nights. The weekenders and teens stay this length of time. We give young adults staying the full week a discount as they are serving on the team during the teen retreat, and therefore we do not charge them extra during this time.
DO YOU OFFER A PAYMENT PLAN OR SCHOLARSHIPS?
YES! You can actually opt in immediately for a payment plan when you register...breaking up the full payment for the registration over several smaller payments. Also, participants have the ability to invite others to contribute toward paying off their remaining balance. Furthermore, we do offer some scholarships for those in need. For more info about balance forwarding and/or applying for a scholarship, visit our Financial Aid page.
ECHO - MARYHILL
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Dates:
July 18-24, 2025 (Young Adults) July 21-24, 2025 (Teens) Location: Maryhill Renewal Center - Pineville, LA Audience: Young Adults (19-35 years of age and one year out of high school) Teens (entering juniors through graduated seniors as of Summer 2025) Cost: $449 - Early Registration Discount (March 14-28) $499 (After March 28) |
REGISTRATION IS OPEN! CLICK BELOW.
Looking to register a teen? Click Here.
ECHO MARYHILL - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
WHY DO YOUNG ADULTS COME FIRST AND TEENS LATER?
The ECHO Summer Retreats have a unique format! Young adults come first to receive the retreat, journey together, and grow in community over the weekend. On Monday afternoon, we all welcome the teens into the retreat as the young adults begin to now give away what they have received over the weekend by serving as mentors, on hospitality team, or on prayer team. It's a powerful experience for young adults who attend the full experience.
WHAT IS COVERED IN THE REGISTRATION COST?
Registration is all-inclusive...it covers food, lodging, retreat materials, supplies, etc. All you need to do is simply to get yourself there!
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE TIME:
Young Adults Staying the Full Week: Please arrive to Maryhill Renewal Center between 4:00 - 6:00 PM on July 18th! The retreat will begin with dinner at 6:00 PM. The retreat will end by 3:30 PM on Thursday, July 24th. Please plan accordingly.
Young Adults Staying Only For the Weekend: Please arrive to Maryhill Renewal Center between 4:00 - 6:00 PM on July 18th! The retreat will begin with dinner at 6:00 PM. Weekenders are allowed to stay on site through the first morning session on Monday, July 21st.
Young Adults Staying Only For the Weekend: Please arrive to Maryhill Renewal Center between 4:00 - 6:00 PM on July 18th! The retreat will begin with dinner at 6:00 PM. Weekenders are allowed to stay on site through the first morning session on Monday, July 21st.
INFO IF YOU PLAN TO FLY:
We are able to offer complimentary shuttles to and from Alexandria International Airport (AEX).
Young Adults Staying the Full Week: Please schedule your flight to arrive NO LATER than 5:00 PM on Friday, July 18th. Please schedule your departure flight NO EARLIER than 5:30 PM on Thursday, July 24th.
Young Adults Staying Only For the Weekend: Please schedule your flight to arrive NO LATER than 5:00 PM on Friday, July 18th. You may schedule your departing flight anytime on Monday, July 21st. Keep in mind that weekenders must depart campus after the first morning session on Monday.
Young Adults Staying the Full Week: Please schedule your flight to arrive NO LATER than 5:00 PM on Friday, July 18th. Please schedule your departure flight NO EARLIER than 5:30 PM on Thursday, July 24th.
Young Adults Staying Only For the Weekend: Please schedule your flight to arrive NO LATER than 5:00 PM on Friday, July 18th. You may schedule your departing flight anytime on Monday, July 21st. Keep in mind that weekenders must depart campus after the first morning session on Monday.
what to expect?
Expect great things! There will be dynamic talks on the Theology of the Body, relationships, friendships, prayer, vocation, and the call to chastity. Expect artistic expression, awesome music, Adoration, opportunities for confession, praise & worship, sports and outdoor activities, daily Mass, powerful discussions, times for quiet prayer, and so much more.
what are the overnight accommodations like?
For young adults participants, Maryhill Renewal Center offers both single rooms with a bathroom, and double rooms with a bathroom. Young adults staying the full week can reserve a single room for an additional $60 fee ($10/night) during the registration process, while supplies last. If you select a double room, you will have the option to also select a roommate during the registration process.
do you accommodate dietary needs/restrictions?
We are able to accommodate most medically-diagnosed dietary restrictions. However, we cannot accommodate dietary requests. Please share your dietary restrictions during the registration process, and we will be in touch if there are any issues.
CAN I COME FOR JUST THE WEEKEND?
We highly recommend coming for the full week to get the full ECHO experience. There are talks, sessions, and activities that you will only hear and experience during the full week. However, we do offer the option to come just for the weekend for those who cannot attend the full week.
WHY IS THE REGISTRATION COST FOR THE WEEKEND THE SAME AS THE FULL WEEK FOR YOUNG ADULTS?
The registration cost to attend ECHO is for 4 days and 3 nights. The weekenders and teens stay this length of time. We give young adults staying the full week a discount as they are serving on the team during the teen retreat, and therefore we do not charge them extra during this time.
do you offer a payment plan or scholarships?
YES! You can actually opt in immediately for a payment plan when you register...breaking up the full payment for the registration over several smaller payments. Also, participants have the ability to invite others to contribute toward paying off their remaining balance. Furthermore, we do offer some scholarships for those in need. For more info about balance forwarding and/or applying for a scholarship, visit our Financial Aid page.
ECHO - CAMP ABBEY
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Dates:
September 26-28, 2025 Location: Camp Abbey Retreat Center - Covington, LA Audience: Young Adults (18-35 years of age and out of high school) Cost: TBA |
REGISTRATION OPENS SUMMER 2025.
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ECHO CAMP ABBEY - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
what's the difference between a shorter weekend retreat and the longer summer retreats?
Coming Soon!
what is covered in the registration cost?
Coming Soon!
info if you plan to fly:
Coming Soon!
arrival & departure time:
Coming Soon!
what to expect?
what are the overnight accommodations like?
Coming Soon!
do you accommodate dietary needs/restrictions?
Coming Soon!
ECHO - LAKE DALLAS
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Dates:
October 10-12, 2025 Location: Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House - Lake Dallas, TX Audience: Young Adults (18-35 years of age and out of high school) Cost: TBA |
REGISTRATION OPENS SUMMER 2025.
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ECHO DALLAS - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A SHORTER WEEKEND RETREAT AND THE LONGER SUMMER RETREATS?
Coming Soon!
WHAT IS COVERED IN THE REGISTRATION COST?
Coming Soon!
INFO IF YOU PLAN TO FLY:
Coming Soon!
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE TIME:
Coming Soon!
WHAT TO EXPECT?
Coming Soon!
WHAT ARE THE OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS LIKE?
Coming Soon!
DO YOU ACCOMMODATE DIETARY NEEDS/RESTRICTIONS?
Coming Soon!