St. Mary’s Youth Retreat Team
Hello SMYRT!
Relationship
“Formed in the faith and rooted in prayer…”
SMYRT is an Apostolate group for college students that desire to share the love of Jesus Christ, they themselves have experienced, with the younger generations.
Identity
“…SMYRT seeks to provide retreaters and staffers a personal encounter with Christ…”
During each semester, SMYRT prepares retreats for surrounding parishes, catering to both high school and middle school teens.
Mission
“…through an authentic experience of the Christian life and a deeper understanding of the Church and Her people's call to holiness.”
Members of SMYRT are committed to a prayerful lifestyle that is filled with community and joy. We want you to be a part of that joy.
Join us on Mondays at 6:45PM in the St. Mary’s Activity Center
For any questions regarding our ministry or our meetings, contact our Director, Abby Eskew!
SMYRT is no longer taking Parish Reuqests for the 2025–2026 school year.
Please check back for updates on applications for 2026–2027.
Invite SMYRT to your parish!
SMYRT serves Catholic parishes within the Austin Diocese. We offer 2 or 3-day retreats, and the retreat location is preferred to be within a 100-mile radius of St. Mary’s in College Station.
Retreat Prices:
20-40 Retreaters - $500
41-70 Retreaters - $600
71-100 Retreaters - $700
Please note: SMYRT is no longer taking parish applications for the 2025–2026 school year.