hearts awake: a retreat for catholic singles

We invite you to join us for Hearts Awake, a retreat designed for Catholic Singles 

 When: Friday, September 18 (7pm) – Sunday, September 20 (3pm)  

 Where: Our Lady of Guadalupe Discipleship Center (5701 Lawshe Rd, Peebles, OH 45660) 

Overnight rooms are available, but space is limited! 

 Who: This retreat is intended for adults ages 20–50 who are single and free to discern the vocation to marriage. 

 Cost: Meals, retreat, and rooms – all for a free will offering!  

Presentation Ministries is an official Catholic lay association under the Archbishop of Cincinnati, and we offer everything – retreats, materials, overnight accommodations, and meals – all for a free will offering. We ask that you pray to the Holy Spirit and ask Him to reveal to you how much would be appropriate to donate.  

Questions: (513) 373-2397 

or retreats@presentationministries.com 

 To Register: CLICK HERE

 

The Retreat Experience

FRIDAY: Arrival, Community, and Prayer Arriving anytime between 6-7pm, you’ll settle in, meet fellow retreatants, and ease into the weekend with praise and worship, introductions, and guided reflection. The activities begin at 7pm and focuses on the joys and crosses of the single vocation through Adoration, journaling, partner conversations, and the Stations of the Cross prayed with intentions for singles. We end with night prayer and relaxed social time and games.

SATURDAY: Identity, Love, and Discernment Saturday is our deep‑dive day. Through talks, discussions, Mass, and panels, we’ll explore:

  • Your identity
  • Christ‑centered love and the four marks of authentic love
  • Primary and secondary vocation
  • Myths and misconceptions about singleness and discernment
  • Catholic teaching on dating, relationships, and human sexuality
You’ll hear vocation stories from priests, religious, and consecrated persons, enjoy one-on-one conversations, small group activities, spend time outdoors, and build friendships with other retreatants. Confession will be available. The evening wraps up with an outdoor bonfire (weather permitting), praise and worship, and fellowship with an Oktoberfest theme.
 

SUNDAY: Discernment, Testimony, and Sending Forth We’ll carpool to Sunday Mass at a local parish, then return for brunch and a married‑life panel featuring couples in different seasons of marriage. You’ll have time to reflect on practical next steps in your own discernment, share questions, hear testimonies, and close the retreat with prayer ministry and gratitude.

This retreat is meant to be a place of peace, clarity, and authentic community. We can’t wait to see how God moves in each of your hearts.

 


From September 18, 2026 To September 20, 2026

contact:

Call (937) 587-5464 or (513) 373-2397 or e-mail retreats@presentationministries.com

location:

Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel and Retreat Center (Presentation Ministries), 5701 Lawshe Rd, Peebles, OH 45660

notes:

Cost: A free-will offering, so everyone can afford to attend! Housing and meals provided! The overnight dormitories provide sheets, blankets, pillows, and towels that you are most welcome to use.

schedule:

FRIDAY: Arrival, Community, and Prayer Arriving anytime between 6-7pm, you’ll settle in, meet fellow retreatants, and ease into the weekend with praise and worship, introductions, and guided reflection. The activities begin at 7pm and focuses on the joys and crosses of the single vocation through Adoration, journaling, partner conversations, and the Stations of the Cross prayed with intentions for singles. We end with night prayer and relaxed social time and games. SATURDAY: Identity, Love, and Discernment Saturday is our deep‑dive day. Through talks, discussions, Mass, and panels, we’ll explore: * Your identity * Christ‑centered love and the four marks of authentic love * Primary and secondary vocation * Myths and misconceptions about singleness and discernment * Catholic teaching on dating, relationships, and human sexuality You’ll hear vocation stories from priests, religious, and consecrated persons, enjoy one-on-one conversations, small group activities, spend time outdoors, and build friendships with other retreatants. Confession will be available. The evening wraps up with an outdoor bonfire (weather permitting), praise and worship, and fellowship with an Oktoberfest theme. SUNDAY: Discernment, Testimony, and Sending Forth We’ll carpool to Sunday Mass at a local parish, then return for brunch and a married‑life panel featuring couples in different seasons of marriage. You’ll have time to reflect on practical next steps in your own discernment, share questions, hear testimonies, and close the retreat with prayer ministry and gratitude. This retreat is meant to be a place of peace, clarity, and authentic community. We can’t wait to see how God moves in each of your hearts.

speaker:

A variety of speakers will give inspiring talks and panel discussions from an authentically-Catholic perspective on God-given graces and opportunity for spiritual growth and fellowship for the single Catholic.