2025 JPII Vocations Camp

Vocations Camp for men 12-16 years old! Priests and several seminarians from our diocese will lead this fun-filled camp at Abbey of the Hills in Marvin, SD. 

St. John Paul II famously said, “Do not be afraid! Do not be satisfied with mediocrity.” This camp lives that out! All good things begin in prayer. There is daily Mass, adoration, a Eucharistic procession, confession, praying the rosary, and talks on the spiritual life and vocations. But in addition to a lot of praying, there is plenty of playing! There are various activities from tug-of-war, to games on the lake, to ultimate frisbee, and bonfires. God has called us all to greatness–do not be satisfied with anything less! This camp is a rare chance for young men to begin considering their vocation by God by spending time with priests and seminarians in prayer, conversation, and activities. Campers will form into small groups with a seminarian as their leader. Campers will be staying in the Abbey of the Hills lodging. They will be sleeping two campers to a room. Special Food can be provided. Arrive at Abbey of the Hills on Tuesday, July 29^th at 10am and depart Friday, August 1^st at 2pm. Cost is only $310 and there are 50 spots available. Parishes will help with the cost! Contact the office for reimbursement! Register by July 11^th at https://sfcatholic.regfox.com/2025-jpii-vocations-camp-.