I loved the L.I.F.T. retreat talks and how they served as a space to allow everybody else to be vulnerable. It made it possible for us to get closer and form new friendships.
Maria Pichardo Class of 2026 L.I.F.T. Participant
Spiritual Retreats: L.I.F.T.
The Lasallians in Faith Together (L.I.F.T.) program encompasses all of Manhattan College’s spiritual retreats.
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L.I.F.T. Kairos
Kairos is the hallmark retreat at Manhattan College, and a great introduction to examining your relationship with God, self and others. All students are welcome to experience a weekend of great fellowship, with amazing food, small and large group conversations, and beautiful music in a beautiful setting.
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New Students Retreat
The New Students retreat is specifically catered to our first-year students, whether they're transfer students, freshmen, or non-traditional students. This retreat serves as a wonderful opportunity to learn about and more fully understand our Lasallian heritage, as well as connect with peers at your new home. We provide students with transportation, meals, and resource tools to help them become better acquainted with our community, traditions, and values.
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Hiking Retreat
Join CMSA for a day-long getaway to Bear Mountain. During this Hiking Retreat, students explore the intersection of spiritual wellness and physical wellness, all while reading and reflecting on the words Scripture, Mary Oliver, and Henry David Thoreau.
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A Weekend in Camden
This retreat involves a weekend of prayer and service in Camden, NJ. Participants help clean up neighborhood parks with Desales Service Works, conduct outreach work with the homeless at Joseph’s Overnight Shelter and visit Last Stop Alcoholics Anonymous Resource Center.