...supporting the pastors, clergy, coordinators of
youth and young adult ministry and the parish communities of the Archdiocese of Newark, NJ.
A look around the Retreat Center
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There are various options when developing a retreat program or other gathering at the retreat center. The AYRC is available for programs that a group may design and implement independently. These programs may operate for a day, weekend, week, etc. in our year round facility.
The center also offers Archdiocesan prepared retreats and faith-based activities that include Archdiocesan Open Confirmation Retreats, Summer Service Experience, CYO Athletics, and Summer Camp.
The retreat center includes two floors of modern sleeping facilities. The top floor sleeps 99 with each room including a private bathroom and shower. The middle floor sleeps up too 156 'dorm style' with participants sharing common bathrooms that are equipped with 6 newly renovatedshower stalls each.
The basement level of the center has 4 meeting rooms, each varying in size. The largest room can accommodate up to 180 people depending on setup needs. For large groups the center can also provide breakout rooms at an additional charge.
There is a Chapel and sacristy on the basement level. The Marian Chapel on the basement floor can seat up to 95 people, while the St. John Paul Chapel on the middle floor off of our Prayer Garden also accomdate cloe to 100 people. For larger groups, the Sacred Heart Chapel (on premises) can hold over 200.
Located on the premise is an air-conditioned dining hall and gym, Challenge Course, outdoor swimming pool, and outdoor gathering areas. Convenient parking on premises is available.
Gourmet breakfast, lunches, and dinners are available and prepared by our Chef and staff. They offer an arrangement of food that will satisfy any palate and special dietary needs.
To learn more about the various areas of the Center click on the links to the left.