“Come and See” Retreat of Discovery Set For November

We are sorry, but registration is closed for “Come and See” 2018 and we are unable to accept new registrations.

We hope you might be able to join us next year.

WHO

Invited to the “Come and See” Weekend of Discovery are men, ages 18 to 35, single or married, who may be considering a vocation to the priesthood in the Byzantine Catholic Church. It is important to note that the retreat is conducted in a “no pressure, no hard-sell” environment. The atmosphere is prayerful, positive, and fraternal. While this retreat is geared to young adults, we encourage all men who are discerning to work with their vocation directors and consider the possibility of an individual visit to the Seminary with the vocation director’s blessing.

WHY

Every young man eventually has to make some hard decisions – college, career, marriage, family, religious life. How do I know what’s right? Does God care what I decide?

Maybe people have suggested that you check out the Seminary. Perhaps they see in you a person who loves God, loves people, has leadership potential, and has the capacity to be a priest.

Maybe you’ve caught yourself thinking about the priesthood at church, in your personal prayers, or wherever.

Maybe you’ve thought to yourself: Will I have to give up everything – my family, my friends, the things I enjoy? Must I be super holy, super smart, or somehow “different?” Anyway, how would I know if God is calling me?

“Come and See” will help you answer these questions as you witness a seminarian’s life of prayer, labor, and joy!

WHAT

“Come and See” is a retreat weekend hosted by the Byzantine Catholic Seminary in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The retreat includes sharing liturgical services and meals with the Seminary community, an introduction to the Seminary formation program, a tour of the Seminary, gatherings with the seminarians, talks, and a panel discussion.

WHEN

Friday evening (5 PM), November 2, 2018 through Sunday afternoon (4 PM), November 4, 2018.

WHERE

Byzantine Catholic Seminary of Saints Cyril and Methodius
3605 Perrysville Avenue
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15214
412-321-8383
office@bcs.edu

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HOW

Only men who register online (see the form below) by October 10th will be eligible for attendance at “Come and See.” Registrants must be able to receive communication via an active email address.  An email confirmation from the Rector’s Office must be received in order to attend. Due to space limitations, priority is given to first-time registrants.

All guests will be accommodated in private rooms, with shared restroom facilities.  The Seminary will supply towels, bedding and blankets.  Please bring personal toiletry items, a change of casual clothes, changes of underclothing, athletic clothing for gymnasium activity, a jacket, a sweater, and clothes for Divine Liturgy including long pants, button down shirt, and tie.

Please come with all electronic devices turned off!

TUITION

Free! There is no charge for the retreat, meals, and lodging.

TRANSPORT

Retreat participants are responsible for the arrangements of and expenses for their transportation to Pittsburgh. Eparchial Vocations Offices may have scholarships or grants available for travel to this event. Please inform your Vocations Director and Pastor of your plans to attend. Vehicle transportation from the Pittsburgh airport or train and bus stations and back will be arranged upon confirmation of attendance by the Rector. Airport or station arrivals should be by 3:30 PM on Friday, November 2nd if possible. Departures are to be scheduled after 6 PM on Sunday, November 4th.

 

 

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