Manresa: A Sophomore and Junior Retreat in the Ignatian Tradition

Manresa is a small town in Spain where St. Ignatius spent ten months of his life spending hours in prayer and working at a hospice. While there, he began to discern which thoughts, feelings, and desires were leading him towards greater love of God and service to others, and which were distractions to his spiritual growth.

Inspired by this part of St. Ignatius’ story, Manresa is a Catholic weekend retreat designed to help sophomores and juniors discern their feelings, thoughts, and desires and to learn and/or deepen habits of prayer. Through Jesuit and student reflections, relaxation, small group faith-sharing, and spiritual conversations, students will engage questions such as, “What are my gifts? What am I passionate about? Where can my gifts meet the world’s greatest needs?”

As with all of our Catholic retreats, all are welcome no matter where you may be on your own spiritual journey. St. Ignatius’ story applies to everyone! No prior retreat experience is necessary.