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# St. John Camp Announces 2026 Emmaus Retreat for Oct. 10
- URL: https://uoj.news/news/st-john-camp-announces-2026-emmaus-retreat-for-oct-10/
- Published: 2026-09-04T16:15:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-25T16:06:34.000Z
- Description: Archimandrite Sergius will lead Indianapolis-area Orthodox Christians in a one-day retreat focused on spiritual growth and the Orthodox Christian life.
- Author: Tobias Straney
- Tags: #Category: News, OCA, Spiritual Retreat, Diocese of the Midwest, St. Tikhon's Seminary, St. Tikhon's Monastery

**INDIANAPOLIS, IN —** The St. John Camp of Indianapolis has announced its 2026 Emmaus Retreat, a one-day gathering scheduled for Oct. 10 at Sts. Constantine and Helen Romanian Orthodox Church. The all-ages event will feature speaking sessions, fellowship, and lunch.

Archimandrite Sergius, Abbot of St. Tikhon’s Monastery in South Canaan, Pennsylvania, will serve as the retreat’s main speaker. He is also a Lecturer of Spirituality at St. Tikhon’s Orthodox Theological Seminary and will lead participants in reflections centered on his book, "Acquiring the Mind of Christ: Embracing the Vision of the Orthodox Church."

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The retreat will provide an opportunity for Orthodox Christians from Indianapolis-area parishes to gather for spiritual instruction and fellowship. Organizers describe the Emmaus Retreat as a gathering open to people of all ages and from all parishes.

The program is designed to accommodate families, with child care available for children between the ages of 2 and 12\. Children under 2 will be admitted free, allowing families with young children to participate in the day’s activities. The gathering is intended to bring Orthodox Christians together for a day of spiritual reflection, fellowship, and discussion centered on acquiring the mind of Christ.  
Registration for the event can be found here.