Kairos retreat aims to enhance student spirituality
Jillian Deganhart, Staff Reporter
Anyone walking around campus over the last few weeks has likely heard the word "Kairos." Kairos is a spiritual retreat for students to come together and learn about themselves and their relationship with God. The Greek word, Kairos, means "God's Time." Opposite of the word Chronos, meaning a specific timely order, Kairos means "no time," and "every moment all in one."
Bridget McLaughlin, co-rector of the Kairos 14 retreat, says that it is open to students of all faith denominations. The Kairos retreat is a time for reflection upon issues of spirituality and self-exploration. Sophomore R.J. McFadden, a leader of Kairos 14, says that it is an experience in which people can come to terms with what is happening in one's life, and learn "what you can do for tomorrow."
Held November 4-6, and again in the spring, this is an excellent time to get away after mid-terms, and reflect on what is happening in one's life. Kairos is a three-day getaway at the High Peaks Camp, near Estes Park, where students can meet others also seeking God's presence in their life. At the end of the three days, participants will be challenged to live the Kairos spirit, "in all interactions in everyday life."
Everyone who attends this retreat makes a promise to keep his or her experience confidential in order to create a safe environment, one where people attending the retreat will feel comfortable to share about themselves. McLaughlin also says, "It's all about getting to know yourself on a deeper level, and getting to know others."
If students are interested in attending this retreat, students may sign up in University Ministry, located on the second floor of the Student Center Room 200. The deadline is Friday, October 28. There is a $60 fee, but need based scholarships are available.
Although the guiding theme is religious, it is also an opportunity for people of all faiths to escape from the everyday stress of college life. If students feel intrigued to find a deeper, more meaningful connection to life and others, they can sign up to attend. As Kairos states, "It's about this moment, and every moment from this point on."