May 21-22 Weekend Retreat
Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN MY REGISTRATION?
All registrants receive:
A spot during the retreat weekend
Journal, pen and highlighter
Meals. snacks, and beverages throughout the retreat
Access to prayer ministers to assist during each practicum
ARE MEALS & HOUSING INCLUDED ON RETREATS?
For retreats, catered meals and snacks are included with your registration fee, but not housing. Meals covered include dinner on Friday and breakfast and lunch on Saturday. Children in our childcare room will join their parents in the cafeteria for all meal times.
IS CHILDCARE AVAILABLE?
Yes. Childcare is available for all toddlers to age 12. In order to ensure that we have enough staff in the nursery, all children MUST register 7 days prior to your scheduled retreat date. To register your child(ren), fill out the form [HERE]. Cost is dependent upon how many children register for the event, but will not exceed $80 per family.
WHAT IF I OR MY CHILD HAS FOOD ALLERGIES OR SENSITIVITIES?
Meals and snacks will be served on-site for all participants; however, we can not guarantee that our pre-planned meals will fit you and your child’s individual food requirements. If you indicate on your registration that you have a food allergy or sensitivity, we will respond to you with menu options from our caterer to select custom meals. The most common allergies we accommodate include gluten, egg, and dairy allergies. In the event that we are not able to meet your specific dietary needs, a microwave, freezer, and fridge will be made available to you to store and cook your own meals during the retreat.
WHERE WILL MY CHILDREN BE DURING THE RETREAT?
The entire retreat will be taking place in the Parish Hall of Mary Immaculate Catholic School. Childcare will take place in the neighboring kindergarten classroom and school playground. Parents are welcome to walk down the hallway throughout the day to check in on their children.
WHAT IS YOUR POLICY FOR DROPPING CHILDREN OFF AND PICKING THEM UP?
Children can be taken to their designated classroom as early as 20 minutes prior to the start of the retreat each day. At the end of each retreat session, children will be walked to the Adult area by their instructors for pick-up. For safety reasons, if a parent or guardian must pick up their child before the close of a session, the adult must present a photo ID that matches the Adult’s name on the registration form.
CAN MY TEENAGER JOIN ME ON THE ADULT TRACK?
Any teen 14+ may join their parent on the retreat; however, these teens must be supervised by their parent for the duration of the retreat.
ARE INFANTS AND NURSING MOTHERS WELCOME?
Absolutely! Your newest bundles of joy are welcome to attend with you.
WHAT ABOUT SAFE ENVIRONMENT?
All adult volunteers taking care of our children have been through safe environment training and have received a background check.
I PLAN ON FLYING IN. WHERE ARE THE NEAREST AIRPORTS LOCATED?
The 2 nearest airports to Mary Immaculate Catholic Church are:
In regular traffic, each airport is about 20 minutes away from the Church. If arriving during rush hour, expect the trip to last up to 30 minutes.
WOULD YOU RECOMMEND ANY LOCAL HOTELS NEAR THE MARY IMMACULATE CAMPUS?
Courtyard Marriot Dallas Northwest (2.5 miles)
2930 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX 75234
Rate: $79-99/night
(972) 620-8000
why we love it: mini fridge & microwave in most rooms, quite & walking distance to many amenities
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriot (3.4 miles)
13900 Parkside Center Blvd, Dallas TX 75234
Rate: $97/night
(972) 661-9800
why we love it: with a mini-kitchen, it's perfect for families
Days Inn North Dallas/Farmers Branch (2.3 miles)
13313 Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75234
Rate: $67/night
(972) 488-0800
why we love it: clean, modest, and the safest budget-friendly hotel we'd recommend in the area
I CAN’T BE THERE FOR THE ENTIRE RETREAT. SHOULD I STILL COME?
It’s best if you can make the full program, but you’re always welcome to join us as you are able; however, if you wish to serve on an Arise Prayer Team at Mary Immaculate, full participation is required.
I’M NOT COMFORTABLE PRAYING WITH OTHERS. WILL THIS BE A PROBLEM?
We want you to feel safe and comfortable throughout the retreat. If, at any time, you don’t feel comfortable participating in a small group for the practicum, alternative, individual practicums are available. Just ask!
CAN I READ TESTIMONIES FROM OTHERS WHO HAVE TAKEN THE COURSE?
Yes! You can read a lot of testimonies from the program [here].
WHAT WILL I LEARN DURING THE RETREAT?
At the end of the retreat, each student will understand the history and how to pray for the gifts of the Holy Spirit; the rules and standards of intercessory prayer as a Church ministry; how to pray deliverance prayer for self and others; discern test and share prophetic words, words of knowledge and words of wisdom; pray healing prayer; yield to the gift of tongues; and how to incorporate the gifts of the Holy Spirit in Parish life.
DOES THIS PROGRAM HAVE THE APPROVAL OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH?
Yes. On February 17, 2016, Holy Spirit 101 was granted the 'nihil obstat' and 'imprimatur', an official declaration approving the teaching material as beneficial for Roman Catholics. Nihil Obstat: Msgr. Robert M. Coerver, S.T.L., M.S. Imprimatur: Most Reverand Bishop Kevin Joseph Farrell, Diocese of Dallas