SEARCH for Christian Maturity, or as we call it, “SEARCH,” is a weekend

retreat for rising juniors and seniors in the Diocese of Nashville.

SEARCH uses peer-to-peer, or “youth talking to youth” ministry to foster an

environment of acceptance & encouragement. Our teen led

teams provide an opportunity for the Holy Spirit to help us all grow closer

to Christ.

SEARCHERS will have the incredible opportunity to celebrate Mass

together & be renewed through the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

While SEARCH has helped thousands of teens grow closer to Christ, please

understand it is not designed to correct morals or unstable

school/family life.

Last year, we had 333 students from across Middle Tennessee make SEARCH—from 40 different high

schools and 31 different parishes! Chances are, someone from your

school or parish already made SEARCH!

“When you look for me, you will find me.

Yes, when you seek me with all your heart.” Jeremiah 29:13

-TRUST- Sharing our experiences—good,

bad, & divine—helps form a foundation for the SEARCH

community that has been growing for the last 42 years in our diocese.

Our SEARCH Team is trained to help foster a healthy atmosphere of

Christian trust. “Be strong & take heart, all who trust

in the Lord.” Psalm 31:25

-COMMUNITY- Placing ourselves a little ways outside our personal comfort zones will allow the doors of community to fly wide open! Discover how incredible our faith community is here in Middle

Tennessee, just a small chunk of the Universal Church!

“Beloved, if God so loved us, we also must love one another.”

1 John 4:11

-PRAYER- In the world of texts, tweets, and all

things tech, it is more and more difficult to silence ourselves and just

listen to God, our Father. At SEARCH, we provide many different

opportunities for individual and group prayer.

“Be still and know that I am God” Psalm 46:11

WHEN? There are 8 SEARCH weekends throughout the school year. All participants must select a date

when applying. All applications are processed on a first come, first

served basis. [See back for list of dates]

WHERE?

SEARCH Weekends are held at Camp Marymount in Fairview, TN

COST?

$75 covers the food, lodging, & materials for the weekend.

WHAT TO BRING?

All you need to bring is a sleeping bag/bed linens, pillow, towel,

toiletries, and casual clothing that your Granny would approve of.

Please do not bring jewelry, watches, cell phones, or iPods/iPads/Computers.

HOW DO I APPLY? Check with your Parish Office or

Youth Minister or just download an application from our website:

cyonashville.com Remember to submit it in quickly!

PEACE BE WITH YOU!

SEARCH for Christian Maturity

 

What do we SEARCH for?

 

Frequently Asked Questions?  

     

September 28-30 +300+ November 2-4 +301+ December 7-9 +302+ January 11-13 +303+ February 8-10 +304+ February 22-24 +305+ March 22-24 +306+ April 19-21 +307+

 Applications Available At:

cyonashville.com

-Our Story- Fr. Ed Arnold brought SEARCH to our diocese from San Mateo, California.

SEARCH is a youth version of the Cursillo Movement, another strong retreat program here in Nashville. Fr. Arnold and the first team held

SEARCH #1 in April 1971.

In the 41 years since then, we’ve had over 11,000 youth of our diocese participate in the program. May

God continue to bless the youth of Middle Tennessee with this incredible

retreat opportunity of conversion & growth in the light of Christ.

 

                               

“I am the WAY &

the TRUTH & the LIFE ...

If you know me, then you will also know my FATHER .” -John 14:6-7

CATHOLIC YOUTH OFFICE OF THE DIOCESE OF NASHVILLE

2011 WEST END AVE. NASHVILLE, TN 37203 615.327.0674

CYO@DIOCESEOFNASHVILLE.COM

CYO NASHVILLE

SEARCH for Christian Maturity

2012-2013

2012-2013 SEARCH Weekends