Encounter
Desire to experience the Holy Spirit beyond theoretical knowledge.
Growth Retreat
AWAKENED
Journey with Holy Spirit
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in
Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth”
(Acts 1: 8)
DateAug 14–16, 2026
VenueSt. Augustine’s Parish
58 Sydenham St, Dundas, ON L9H 2T9
58 Sydenham St, Dundas, ON L9H 2T9
StayMohawk College
135 Fennell Ave W, Hamilton
135 Fennell Ave W, Hamilton
ResourcesDr. Edward Edezheth
& Deacon Dony Anthony
& Deacon Dony Anthony
Come and be renewed with Holy Spirit
This retreat is for you
A welcoming space to encounter the Holy Spirit, discern your gifts, and become a Spirit-filled witness in your family, parish, and community.
Discover
Wondered how to discover, discern, and use Holy Spirit Gifts and Charisms.
Listen
Deep longing to hear the promptings of the Holy Spirit in daily life.
Witness
Desire to become a Spirit-filled witness of Christ in family, parish, and community.
The journey
What we’ll focus on
Encounter
Encounter the Holy Spirit through worship, prayer, reflection, and fellowship.
Activate
Discover & activate spiritual gifts through guided prayer and practical formation.
Train
Training Spirit-filled evangelizers who proclaim the Gospel with courage and Christlike witness.
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10 Days of Preparation
Daily reflections to prepare your heart before the Retreat.
A community in mission
Faith that brings us together
Moments of prayer, formation, friendship, and joyful witness across our community.
Gathered in prayer
One body in Christ
Growing together
Called to serve
Celebrating Holy Mass
togetherWatch & share
See the Awakened journey
Take a moment to watch this special video and be inspired to encounter the Holy Spirit, discover your gifts, and join the Awakened Growth Retreat community.
⚡ JY Ontario Challenge ⚡
JY Ontario Holy Spirit Trivia Challenge is ON! 🔥
Think you know the Holy Spirit? 😎 Let's find out! Holy Spirit Trivia is coming your way! 🎯 Test your knowledge, answer correctly, and earn your bragging rights! 🏆🔥 Whether you're a Bible expert or just curious to learn, jump in and join the fun. Want to go beyond trivia? Join us at the Growth Retreat - Awakened (Aug. 14–16) to encounter the Holy Spirit, discover your gifts, and grow in the life He has for you..
🔥 Who will be crowned the JY Ontario Holy Spirit Trivia Champion?
Score: 0 / 10
01Name the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit.
02In the Catechism, what are the gifts of the Holy Spirit described as (i.e., what kind of “capacity/disposition” are they) ?
03They are gifts bestowed by the Holy Spirit—i.e., graces/divine gifts that the Spirit gives to Christians.
04In 1 Corinthians 12, what phrase expresses that there are different gifts but one source?
05If you had to fight Goliath tomorrow, which Gift of the Holy Spirit would you pray for first?
06📱Your alarm rings for Sunday Mass... 😴 "5 more minutes..." 😇 "Lord, I'll see You at Mass!" Which Gift of the Holy Spirit helps you joyfully choose God over your cozy bed?
07What does the Gift of Fear of the Lord help us do?
08What if YOU were standing with the apostles when Jesus ascended into heaven... and He disappeared into the clouds? 😳 What's the BEST thing you should do next?
09If the Holy Spirit had a VAR (Video Assistant Referee), what would the Gift of Knowledge help review?
10Every football team wants the wisdom to win the FIFA World Cup. But what does the Gift of Wisdom from the Holy Spirit help us do?
🎉 Quiz complete! You scored 0 / 10. Ready to encounter the Holy Spirit for real? Join us at Awakened, Aug. 14–16!
Go beyond trivia
Awaken the gifts and mission God has placed within you.
Join the Awakened Growth Retreat and make space to encounter the Holy Spirit, discover your gifts, and grow in the life He has for you.
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