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 Spring 2025 is the Ten Commandments, with sessions taught by Dr. Geoffrey Boyle, Assistant Professor of Pastoral Ministry and Missions.

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.

STEPS TO REGISTER

1. Fill out the pre-registration document. If you're the group leader registering everyone for the event, please fill out the pre-registration document so that when you do register, the process goes smoothly and efficiently. 

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.

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!