Activities include talks by the students on Christian life and its integration into the life of a student with opportunities to discuss, question and reflect, opportunities for the sacrament of reconciliation and Eucharist on Sunday morning. Antioch team members assemble a prayer journal for the weekend and enlist a network of prayer support for the retreat participants that lasts through the retreat. The effects of the retreat are visibly demonstrated by the number of Antioch alumni who return to assist with future Antioch and Journey retreats, as well as in those who enjoy a more regular practice of their faith. While the Antioch experience builds enthusiasm for regular practice of faith, Journey, with more time for individual prayer, is a contemplative experience that allows participants to examine themselves and each other, while deepening their understanding of being a follower of Jesus. Journey considers life to be a pilgrimage wherein we are continually reformed and during which we experience the presence of the risen Christ, especially in times of change, doubt or inner darkness.
Journey is open to any student of any Christian denomination.
A Personal Way to God by Fr. Never Alone makes Christ accessible as a constant companion throughout life, emphasizing the compassionate nature of God. Retreat participants are challenged to look at areas of their lives that require growth, and to look with compassion on both themselves and all human beings. The Busy Person's Retreat is an alternative retreat for Loras Community members whose lives are filled with meetings, classes, administrative, teaching, studying, or other functions which appear to forbid any considerable time away from their workplace. This retreat makes clear to participants the possibility of building a spiritual corner for prayer and reflection into their lives.