We rocked out with music from Sarah Kroger.
Dazzled by the magic and ministry of Danny Ray.
We were spiritually lead by Bishop Michael Cote.
Received Reconciliation
Ate Pizza
Prayed with Play-Doh
And had the time of our lives!
Half concert. Half Retreat. Youth Explosion is the biggest Catholic youth conference in eastern CT. Discover the sacraments, dive deeper into your faith, make new friends and encounter Jesus in an entirely new way. YX is a perfect day-retreat for individuals, youth groups, and Confirmation programs.
Youth Explosion is not your average church retreat! With live music, engaging speakers, and even service activities; the Catholic faith is brought to life in an exciting way.
Youth teens will leave with a THIRST FOR CHRIST and a desire to put faith into action. They will return to youth parish with a new spiritual drive!
$20 Per Person. Individual and Group registration available.
Each group must also submit the included Adult Verification forms to the office of Safe Environments.
Download your registration and waivers here:
Contact Liza Roach (860)848-2237 x305 or at lroach@norwichdiocese.net
Mike strives to engage and involve people through humor, energy, stories and a well-constructed message. He works to evoke a response and a definite, specific course of action—a next step. Throughout his ministry, Mike has been privileged to speak to groups ranging from 10 to 23,000 in over 130 dioceses in the U.S. and Canada. He has spoken at parish missions, conferences, rallies, retreats, leadership institutes, and in-services, addressing youth, adults, families, clergy, seminarians, school faculties, businesses, athletic teams and hospital staffs.
Jon is an extremely talented musician and songwriter who has helped usher thousands of people into the heart of Jesus with his gift for leading worship. Co-founder of Lift Ministries, Jon has led worship for countless retreats, adoration services, healing masses, conferences, etc. and has played many larger events such as Steubenville East, Proud 2 B Catholic, NCYC, and Inside Out Soulfest.
Celebrate Mass with over 500 teens and lead by Bishop Michael Cote.
We don’t believe in retreats that have teens spending all day passively sitting. There are always surprises at YX!
One of the most important Sacraments, especially for teens. Confession will be available for everyone at YX.
Many different diocese and churches come to YX. It’s amazing to meet new friends alive in the faith!
There will be about 20 priests available at the last part of Youth Explosion
to provide the Sacrament of Penance. We hope you will take part in this
healing and loving gift from God.
Last year we had over 600 participants at Youth Explosion. Because the Sacraments are such a focus, we need your help. Every year, we have very long lines of teens wanting to participate in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Please consider joining us to offer this important sacrament.
