What is TEC?

• A shared experience of mature teens and adults who seek to grow together in faith and understanding.
• An opportunity to encounter Christ and experience His presence.
• Moving beyond intellectual understanding of the Catholic Christian faith to an actual encounter with Christ’s mercy and love.
• An opportunity to make friends in an atmosphere of love and acceptance.
• Encouraging involvement with the Church and its community.
• A weekend retreat free from the pressures of school and work, where you will experience living with others and with Christ in an environment conducive to that.

Who Can Attend?

The TEC program is open to individuals 16 and up (Provided they are in the second semester of grade 11). Adults are welcome. All applications are due at least one week prior to the weekend. Late applications will be accepted if there is room.

What Could I Expect On A Weekend

You will have opportunities to share your thoughts and ideas, but only what you want to share. No one is forced to do anything. It is important that you attend TEC of your own free will. The TEC weekend lasts 3 days, Friday to Sunday. It is important that you be present for the entire weekend. If you cannot be, please apply for a weekend when you are free to do so.

How much does it cost?

The total cost of the TEC weekend is $100. If you are a member of a Catholic parish in the Thunder Bay Diocese, your parish will subsidize you. For teens, $50 is paid by your parish. For adults, $40 is subsidized by the parish. Non-Catholics are encouraged to make this same arrangement with their church or sponsor.

If there is any doubt about parish sponsorship in your case, please contact Debbie Debruyne or Fr. Richard Kowalchuk(Information listed on contacts page)