Who can go on a Quest Retreat?    

• Retreatants:  Current Freshman & Sophomores. 1 night/ 2 day Retreat, Sat. 8AM- Sun. Noon
• Leaders: Current Juniors & Seniors. 3 Mandatory Leader Meetings before the actual retreat, students must fill out a Leader Application (below)to qualify.  

What is Quest?

• Quest is a two-day retreat for students in high school, grades 9-10. On Quest, you will learn more about yourself, your relationships with family/friends, & your relationship with God. Quest includes group discussions, games, prayer, & talks where teens & sometimes young adults share their lives. Teens stay overnight at the Port Center For Prayer (9263 W St Francis Rd, Frankfort, IL). There will be a separate floors for young men and young women. Most rooms are double occupancy. 

Policies to abide by:

• NOTE: STRICT PHONE POLICY! Phones will not be utilized during retreat activities (speakers, small group time, prayers, etc); we'll have storage spaces provided at the the retreat & give times for students to check in with family. It's best to explain this to your child ahead of time so there are no surprises! Parents can get a hold of their child through the Youth Minister (815-933-8285 x335) for emergency situations & or check-ins at anytime through the Remind app. 
• Parents of Retreatants: JOIN  Remind APP for all communications, Text 81010 code: @41quest

Adult Chaperones:

Chaperones will help w/ small groups. We appreciate your commitment as a chaperone greatly! Without Chaperones Quest can't happen!

• Requirements to Chaperone: 
• 1.) Login & create a Virtus Account online, https://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/index.cfm?
• 2.) Take Protecting God's Children online course
• 3.) Do the Back Ground Check (Every 5 yrs.)
• 4.) Take the Mandated Reporter Course

What Will It Be Like?

• Quest starts when retreatants leave MBVM Parish Offices/school parking lot at 9am on Saturday and ends after 11AM Mass back at MBVM. We'll attend Mass together (families are invited to join us) and then enjoy breakfast as a group after Mass (in the Parish Center) 
• Leaders will meet on Friday, Novmeber 14th to finalize plans, and then arrive at the retreat center early on Saturday morning. 

What to Bring?

• Toiletries (toothbrush, shampoo, deodorant. etc), comfortable/casual clothing , slippers/comfy socks, a reusable water bottle & a snack to share with the group. Bed linens and towels are provided by the Port. 

What is the COST? 

• Retreatants - $25.00  
• Leaders - No cost

Payment accepted via cash or check made payable to: Maternity BVM Catholic Church- 308 E. Marsile St., Bourbonnais, IL 60914

For more information contact Amanda Fierce/Youth Ministry Coordinator: (815) 933-8285 ext. 335. Scholarships are available.