Join us this spring for our semi-annual Christ Academy Confirmation Retreat on the campus of Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne (CTSFW). Christ Academy’s tradition is made up of three important elements: confessional catechesis, liturgical worship, and fun life together. Every year, CTSFW hosts two retreats for confirmation students, one in the fall and another in the spring. Each confirmation retreat focuses on a different topic. Over the last three years, we’ve looked at one of the six chief parts of Luther’s Small Catechism.

Our topic for Fall 2025 is the Apostle's Creed. More information about this topic and our speaker for the retreat will be announced this summer!

Check-in starts on Friday evening between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Public Safety Office in the Werner Administration Building, where groups may pick up their dorm room keys. That same night, pizza will be served in the Student Commons at 7:30 p.m., followed by the first session at 8 p.m. The next day includes catechetical sessions, a guest speaker, and a fun evening event for the students. The retreat concludes with Sunday worship in downtown Fort Wayne.

This invitation extends to any young people in your congregation who are preparing for confirmation. We ask that an appropriate number of chaperones attend to oversee the students. The cost for the entire weekend is $120 per individual (whether catechumen or chaperone), which includes food, housing, and classes.

GROUP LEADERS - STEPS TO REGISTER

1. Fill out the planning worksheet. This worksheet has the information you need to help you prepare to bring your group to the retreat. If filled out, this worksheet will make registering your group online quick and painless. The CA team will collect a copy of your Planning Worksheet upon your arrival.

2. Register Online. This page (scroll down) has a quick and easy online form that notifies the Christ Academy Team that you are planning to bring your group. Check or card are acceptable forms of payment. You can pay upfront with a credit card, or you can bring a check when you arrive. Please note that CTSFW pays fees regardless of payment type, so there is no payment type that is more advantageous for us to promote. Choose the payment option that is easiest for you. 

3. Gather the necessary forms. Each person attending the event has to have forms on file for privacy and safety reasons. Be sure to get these forms completed and collected before bringing your group to the event. We will collect these forms from the group leader(s) upon arrival. 

4. Pray, travel, and have a great time. This retreat is about raising up the next generation of the faithfully formed. We are praying for you and that you not only have a safe arrival and departure but also that your group has a great time at the retreat, being steeped in God's word and spending time in fun and fellowship. 

Are you ready to register? If so, click here to get started! If you have any questions, feel free to email us at [email protected].

We look forward to seeing you! Come and join the tradition!