Sophomore Retreat

Take Up Your Cross

Camp Cho-Yeh: January 9-10, 2025

“If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it. For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world and forfeits his soul?”

Students will wrestle, like Job, with the reality of suffering, finding the answer not only in the grandeur of God’s creation, but also by delving into the mystery of Christ’s Passion. They will discover that only by dying to oneself can they then rise together with Jesus Christ. In their Houses, students will cement the bonds of brotherhood and unity, realizing that strength is in mutual dependence as they overcome obstacles together.

Important

  • 1

    Medication: Place all medication in a ziplock bag labeled with your son’s name. You will turn in your son’s medication at check-in. All medication must be outlined on Magnus.

  • 2

    Food Allergies: If your son has a major food allergy, click here to complete a form so the Cho-Yeh kitchen is aware.

What To Bring

  • Sleeping bag or bed sheets

  • Pillow

  • Towel
  • Socks & underwear for each day

  • Clothing appropriate for the weather
  • Sweater

  • Swim trunks (polar plunge)

  • Pajamas
  • Athletic shoes (required)

  • Toiletries: soap/shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant

  • Baseball hat

  • Flashlight

  • Large water bottle with your name on it

  • Rain Gear (poncho, rain jacket, pants, etc.)

  • Sunglasses

  • Optional: Cash for the gift shop (ice-cream, snacks, etc.)

What NOT To Bring

  • Cell phone (parents will be able to contact teachers and camp officials in case of an emergency).
  • Extra food of any kind – this invites insects and critters into cabins!
  • STH Handbook Policy is strictly enforced: Alcohol, cigarettes, non-prescription drugs, vape devices (they will be confiscated and your parents will come pick you up).

GET IN TOUCH

Andrew Quittenton

Andrew Quittenton

Director of Campus Ministry

Andrew.Quittenton@sths.org
(713) 864-6348 ext. 432

Danny Hernandez

Danny Hernandez ’08

Director of Retreats

Danny.Hernandez@sths.org
(713) 864-6348 ext. 480