A work of the Disciples of Jesus Covenant Community
A work of the Disciples of Jesus Covenant Community
6 – 12 January 2025
Lady Northcote Discovery Camp
Glenmore, Victoria
JN 12:32
Summer School of Evangelisation is a week-long Catholic retreat for 17-35 year olds. Summer School is a place to encounter the living God, who desires a personal relationship with you. It’s a journey of opening up to God’s love, mercy and healing, making (or renewing) a personal commitment to Jesus Christ, surrendering to the loving action of the Holy Spirit, and being empowered to be witnesses of hope and joy in our world today.
An opportunity to take some time out from your regular life to seek God. There are times for personal prayer, as well as praying together in a variety of ways including Eucharistic Adoration, the Divine Office, the Rosary, and sung praise and worship (more on that below)
Mass will be celebrated daily and the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available during the week.
Music is a powerful way of praying together as a community of faith. For many, this is a highlight of Summer School. In praise and worship we focus on God to honour God, to celebrate who He is and what He has done for us. We are invited into freedom in worship through offering ourselves, our voices, and our bodies in expressive praise and adoration. In our worship we seek to be open to the gifts of the Holy Spirit being expressed to give glory to God (this is known as “charismatic” praise).
It wouldn’t be a Summer School without something to stimulate your intellect. The week includes quality keynote talks as well as a series of lectures to choose from presented by some gifted teachers with theological training and/or pastoral experience. Lectures cover a range of topics such as Scripture, prayer, spirituality, and mission (and more!).
We are not alone, and our walk is made easier by journeying with others. With extended afternoon break times and daily sharing groups, you will get to know others comfortably over the seven days and in some instance – make new friends for life!
Summer School is run by a dedicated team of volunteers who have a passion to see young people come alive in their faith through an encounter with the Holy Spirit. These volunteers are members of the Disciples of Jesus Covenant Community, a Catholic charismatic community made up of families, single men and women, and consecrated men and women from the Missionaries of God’s Love Priests, Brothers and Sisters.
Got more questions? See our FAQ below. If you don’t find an answer there, send us an email at melbourne.sse@gmail.com.
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Register now to secure your early bird rate and save $50 off your registration. Only 40 spots all up are available so get in quick. Early bird rates will be offered until 15 December 2024. Concession rates are available only for full-time students or persons under 18 years of age.
Registrations will close on Wednesday 1st January 2025.
Registration fees include ALL meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, morning tea, afternoon tea and supper) from dinner on Monday 6th January through to breakfast on Sunday 12th January, accommodation, and materials. Additional books and snacks can be purchased on-site.
Summer School of Evangelisation Melbourne will be held from Monday 6th to Sunday 12th January, 2025.
Summer School of Evangelisation Melbourne 2025 will be held at YMCA Lady Northcote in Glenmore, VIC.
You must be between 17 to 35 years old to attend Summer School of Evangelisation Melbourne, unless you are in an official helping capacity. There may be children on-site. However, they will be attending with their parents.
We’re sorry that we won’t be able to accommodate you at Summer School. But we hope to be able to welcome you at a future Summer School when you’re old enough.
While you do not have to be Catholic to attend, it is important for you to know that the rhythm of each day follows our Catholic Tradition of Mass and prayers. If this appeals - you're welcome to attend!
And if you are not a practicing Catholic... we all come to be transformed! We do not judge anyone's journey - we just want to point young adults (ourselves included) back to Christ Jesus, the way, the truth and the life. One of the beautiful aspects of Summer School is that it is a journey between you and the Lord at your pace. This offers you something very different to what the world can offer, and what you might experience at your regular Parishes that you attend. If the Lord has placed this on your heart, then Come and See.
Talk to us if you want to discuss further.
(We do, however, have some requirements for first-time attendees. We ask that you obtain a reference letter from a Priest, Pastoral Leader or Disciples of Jesus member. The purpose of this reference is to ensure that all of our participants are capable of engaging fully with all that happens at the 7-day live-in School. The reference help us to discern whether attendance by certain persons may be inappropriate or unsuitable. We will email you the reference letter form.)
Our standard rates are $600 for student concession and $700 for an adult registration. Early bird prices are available for a limited time only. Register early to secure a $50 early bird discount off your registration. The registration fees cover all your meals, accommodation and activities (there are no additional costs except for anything you choose to purchase at the school e.g. books).
We do, however, have some requirements for first-time attendees. We ask that you obtain a reference letter from a Priest, Pastoral Leader or Disciples of Jesus member. The purpose of this reference is to ensure that all of our participants are capable of engaging fully with all that happens at the 7-day live-in school. The reference help us to discern whether attendance by certain persons may be inappropriate or unsuitable.
We will email you the reference letter form for return via email.
Yes. Student concession rates are available for full time secondary or tertiary students. If you are a married couple or are from a family with multiple people registering, get in touch with our team if you need some financial support. Email melbourne.sse@gmail.com
Comprising of lay members and Missionaries of God’s Love (MGL) sisters, brothers and priests. We are based across Australia and internationally.
Other DOJ ministries include Light to the Nations and Youth Mission Team
Find out more about DOJ Melbourne via our website or social channels.