Are you ready to give someone the chance at an Encounter?

All of our stories start with encountering Jesus Christ. Maybe it happened on a TEC retreat, maybe at your parish, maybe in adoration - no matter what though, we all have to make the change to see Jesus Christ as a loving Lord who wants to have a personal relationship with us his children.

“Serving on a TEC Retreat changed the game for me. I had a great experience on my candidate weekend, but I didn’t get the full effect of the weekend until I came back and served. It gives sacrifice and wheat a whole new meaning, and I can’t begin to tell you how much the TEC family means to me now.”

Now we get the chance to give this same opportunity to others. Serving on a TEC retreat is a great way to give back to this retreat program and give more people the chance at this great retreat. Whether serving alongside the candidates or in the background, there’s a role for everyone.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: How do I know if I’m selected for a retreat?

    • A: You’ll be contacted by one of the directors and asked to serve. It’s necessary to make most if not all of the planning meetings in advance, so we just like to make sure you’re available.

  • Q: How do I know if I’m ready to serve on a retreat?

    • A: Lots of people think ‘I don’t have anything to give, I’m not ready to serve’ - anyone can serve in a variety of roles. Our main job in serving is to pray for the candidates’ encounters, everything else God finds a way to provide for.

  • Q: When are the teams selected?

    • A: Normally teams are selected two months prior to a TEC Retreat. There are usually 3-4 meetings then the weekend, making for about 1.5 months of involvement for a TEC Retreat.

  • Q: Do I need to be VIRTUS trained to serve on a weekend?

    • A: Yes, all team members need to be VIRTUS trained before the start of a weekend. You can still sign up without being certified, you’ll just need to get it done prior to the TEC Retreat. You can find sessions to attend by clicking here.

  • Q: How much does it cost to serve on a weekend?

    • A: The retreat cost is $100.00 for team members. If this is a problem, just get in touch with the office of faith formation at (316) 269-3940.