Adoration: Responding through prayer and worship to receiving God’s gifts of grace, mercy and love.
Community: Living and participating in the One Body of Christ as Church, beginning with the parish.
Theology: Deepening our relationship with God through prayerful study to better understand and fulfill His will for our lives.
Service: Answering the call to discipleship by following the model that Christ gave us.
"They devoted themselves to the teachings of the apostles and to the communal life, to the breaking of bread and to prayers. Awe came upon everyone and many wonders and signs were done through the apostles. All who believed were together and had all things in common; they would sell their property and possessions and divide them among all according to each one's needs. Every day they devoted themselves to meeting together in the temple area and to breaking bread in their homes. They ate their meals in Exultation and sincerity of heart, praising God and enjoying favor with all the people. And every day the Lord added to their number those who were being saved." — Acts 2:42-47
If you would like to donate via check, please make it out to your parish (or St. Mary's Parish for non-Sandusky parishioners) and indicate on the envelope AND memo line of the check: "ACTS DONATION"
What is an ACTS Retreat?
An ACTS Retreat is a yearly retreat (one Women's ACTS retreat and one Men's ACTS retreat) that offers parishioners an opportunity to experience the love of Jesus Christ. This in turn fosters a desire for intentional discipleship. ACTS Retreats are given by parishioners for parishioners, and in this way, serve to build our tri-parish community. While utilizing prayer, service, and teaching, the ACTS Retreat meets people where they are in their spiritual journey and invites them to experience God in a manner that is both personal and communal.
The ACTS Retreat experience is rooted in the Pascal Mystery in that retreatants are invited to reflect on the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Throughout the weekend, they are invited to prayerfully consider how they can respond to His love by spiritually surrendering to Jesus in order to have new life with Him.
Who can attend?
Our ACTS adult retreats are open to anyone over 21 years of age. While ACTS is a Catholic retreat, it is open to other Christians willing to learn more about Christ and our Roman Catholic faith.
How long is the retreat?
The ACTS Retreat begins on a Thursday evening and ends with Sunday Mass.
Where are the retreats held?
The Pines Catholic Retreat Center in Fremont, Ohio.
What is transportation like?
Retreatants will meet at Holy Angels Parish Hall on Thursday evening. Team members will assist in transporting retreatants to and from The Pines.
How do I register for a retreat?
The 2024 Men's Retreat is now closed. Dates TBD.
How much is a retreat?
$325. You can choose to pay the full $325 at checkout or pay a $100 deposit. If you choose the $100 deposit, you must bring cash or a check in the amount of $225 during the evening of the first day of the retreat. Checks must be made out to Sts. Peter and Paul Church.
Is there financial aid?
Yes. If you are in need of financial assistance, please email Deacon Phil Dinovo at [email protected] at the time of registration. Scholarships will be given based on the timestamp of your email. Please do not email Deacon Phil before Online Registration begins.