Retreats and Community Building

Escape was a really great opportunity to get to know other freshmen on a more personal level very quickly, as well as learn from the past experiences of upperclassmen. The group bonding activities were super fun and the small group talks were really touching. Escape gave me the chance to open myself up to others and allow others to open up to me on a very personal level in a comfortable atmosphere away from the typical college stressors. Escape truly is an escape, just when you need it most.

Danielle Mank '23

��ϲʹ��Escape is an overnight retreat for First-Year Students to meet peers, discuss college expectations, and have fun. Held at the Incarnation Center in Ivoryton, CT, participants will hear from peers about their transitions and faith life while engaging in small group discussions; transportation is provided by Campus Ministry.
Kairos, meaning "God's time," is a three-day retreat focused on examining our relationships with others, ourselves, and God in a reflective and communal setting. Open to students of all faiths and spiritual seekers, this fun, laughter-filled weekend, led by peers, takes place from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon at the beautiful Incarnation Center in Ivoryton, CT.

Senior Retreat allows current seniors to reflect on their past and future while engaging in conversations and having fun with classmates. The retreat is held at the Incarnation Center in Ivoryton, CT during the spring semester.
Cura is a retreat for LGBTQ+ students focused on nourishing mental, physical, and spiritual health, with reflections from LGBTQ+ faculty and staff on self-care from a queer perspective. Through talks, journaling, one-on-one conversations, and small group discussions, we will explore how to thrive as a community at Fairfield; registration is open exclusively to LGBTQ+ students.
Camino Communities are student groups that meet regularly to foster friendships, discuss personal experiences, and reflect on personal growth. Ideal for students seeking intentional conversations about their physical, spiritual, and emotional well-being, these communities offer a similar atmosphere to small retreat groups and are open for enrollment throughout the academic year, with pairings typically completed within a few weeks of form submission.

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