IGNITE: A Virtual Retreat for Confirmation
Presented by Teens for Teens/Tweens
Informative, Fun, and Engaging!
Part 1: For Confirmation Candidates
A virtual retreat including teen faith witness, games, and personal prayer time.
BENEFITS
- The retreat gives young people opportunities for real world encounters with Jesus.
- In a culture where it is difficult to exercise our faith, this youth driven video series reveals teens who are alive with faith and whose stories will allow the retreatant to see first hand the importance of a friendship with Christ.
- Video-based content engages youth from beginning to end.
HOW IT WORKS
- Ignite retreat lasts 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Part 1 is meant to be completed in one sitting, but youth can go at their own pace.
- Teen friendly videos, some trivia questions, reflection, and more!
- This retreat can be done by an individual student at home anytime.
Part 2: For Parents (or Sponsors) and Confirmation Candidates to build faith together!
As an immediate follow-up to Part 1, Magnify: A 10 Day Family Challenge is designed for parents/sponsors to enjoy along with their candidate.
BENEFITS
- Gives opportunity for families to grow in faith together.
- Provides a simple way to create new spiritual practices.
HOW IT WORKS
- View 1-2 minute real-life video reflections each day for 10 days.
- Complete a simple, but fun and engaging "Challenge."
- Parents/sponsors will have access to discussion questions and prompts to keep the conversation going.
- Document the journey in the guidebook.
Anonymous survey results revealed what kids are saying about IGNITE:
The presentation was easy to follow and it felt like the kids were talking right to me.
I learned that God will always love us and be there for us no matter what.
My favorite part of Ignite was seeing other kids my age showing their love for Jesus.
The Ignite Retreat taught me that God will always be with me and I need to open up to Him.
I thought it was really cool that we got to interact with people our age and I really liked the games.
I learned that God has a plan for my life and I have to trust Him and have faith that He is there to guide me.
100% of over 550 teens said Ignite was a positive experience and had a positive impact on their spiritual life.
Check out our Sample Videos
"Growing Catholics is a social media invitation to Catholics of all ages to read and reflect upon daily Bible quotes set within an attractive natural setting. With Growing Catholic’s success, it's latest initiative to help our young people navigate the pressures of their lives by embracing the Word of God and affirming in them God’s great love and a hope-filled heart."
-Most Rev. Nelson J. Pérez, Archbishop of Philadelphia
Payment Options
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Families can pay individually: $15 per family
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Parish/School has the option to pay for families based on number of participants.