2025 Winter Retreat

2025 Christian Life Winter Retreat 
Loving God, Loving Ourselves, Loving Others 
Sat., Feb. 15, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

The Winter Retreat will focus on love – loving God, loving ourselves and loving others.  The retreat is led by University Chaplain Craig Kocher, Associate Chaplain Bryn Taylor, and Catholic Chaplain Tom Mullen. There is no fee to attend, and transportation is provided to and from the service site. You may register for one portion of the retreat or join us for the entire day.

Retreat Schedule

9:00 a.m
Meet in the Wilton Center Multifaith Room/Continental breakfast available

9:15 a.m.
Welcome and Introductions/Framing of the Day                                     
How do I cultivate love in all aspects of my life? 
Facilitator: Craig Kocher, University Chaplain

10:45 a.m.
Individual time for prayer, meditation, silence, Bible study and walking the Labyrinth

11:00 a.m.
Serving our community: Farmer’s Market at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church
        
12:30 p.m.
Lunch will be provided on campus.

1:00 p.m.
Intro Synergy Challenge Course
Facilitators: VCU Recreational Wellbeing Outdoor Adventure Program
Ropes Course by Intramural Field

4:00 p.m.
Concluding thoughts