Sunday, October 11th, 2026 | Grades 6-12 | 9am – 4pm
Check in begins at 8:30am at Holy Cross Chapel at Terra Sancta Retreat Center
Cost: $65 includes registration and lunch. Optional traveler’s meal available.
Early bird discount if registered by Sept. 11.
Please reach out to Sr. Sara, SCTJM with any questions: skowal@diorc.org
The registration deadline is October 4!
Hosted by the Diocese of Rapid City Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry.
Keynote Speakers
Connor Flanagan
Connor Flanagan has been described as a hip-hop artist with a worship leader’s heart, passionate about encouraging others to step into God’s dream for their life. Connor desires for his career to serve as a witness of what can happen when you don’t settle for what the world offers, and instead allow God to breathe life into your gifts. Connor’s acoustic roots plus love for hip-hop have allowed him to create a unique sound that is accessible to any audience, and he has opened for Kari Jobe and David Crowder. From driving anthems to acoustic pop, he communicates hope and encouragement to all he ministers to.
Rachel Herbeck
Rachel Herbeck is the Director of Young Adult Discipleship for Renewal Ministries and hosts Burning Hearts, a daily podcast and radio program. She received her degree in Catholic Studies from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota. She has worked extensively in youth ministry and speaks to youth and young adults at retreats, conferences, and events in the US and Canada. Rachel is passionate about life issues and has worked for multiple pro-life and political organizations in Minnesota and Washington, DC. She formerly worked for the Minnesota Catholic Conference, doing outreach and lobbying for the Catholic Bishops of Minnesota. She currently resides in Plymouth, Michigan.
