Kairos – God’s Time

Students explore the roles of spirituality, religion, and God in their lives. Kairos is an international retreat program based on Ignatian Spirituality.

From thirty to fifty students attend each retreat, led by a team composed of six to eight Student Leaders teamed with Adult Leaders from the faculty and staff. Major talks – each team member presents one – are followed by discussion in small groups. There are other particular activities to promote community, to build a sense of reflection, and to encourage trust and openness.

Kairos lives out the Gospel command to love and care for each other. Students speak of their difficulties, joys, and hopes in ways new and rewarding to them. Family and friends become important, along with a generous increase in self-esteem, understanding, and forgiveness. Parent support is necessary.

Registration tends to fill up quickly, so please don’t delay. If a student thinks they may want to lead a Kairos this year, they will need to attend either last Spring’s Junior Kairos, the one in September, or the one in January. Returning Troubie athletes are encouraged to register as soon as possible to minimize conflicts. 

Students leave SF after school on the first day and return early evening on the fourth day; three days of classes are missed.

2025-26 Kairos Retreats

• K102: September 23–26, 2025
• K103: January 20–23, 2026
• K104: February 17–20, 2026
• K105*: March 10–13, 2026 (Juniors & Seniors – please email to register for K105)

*K105 March 10-13- Preference is given to Seniors registering for this retreat. Juniors will be notified later in the school year when registration is open to the Junior class.

The 4-day, 3-night retreat is held at the Jesuit Retreat Center in Los Altos. The fee is $250, but financial aid and payment plans are available.