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WHAT IS TEC?

Teens Encounter Christ is a three-day retreat for young people that has been held in Carey, Ohio, for over 34 years. Although each TEC is unique, the theme of the weekend is a journey. Yes, we journey through the Pascal Mystery – Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again!

Here is what a few recent TEC participants have said about their TEC weekend:

  • “TEC is not a thing, it’s an experience!”
  • “It opened a new light.”
  • “Catholicism went from being my parents’ religion to my own personal faith.”
  • It’s the whole experience itself.”
  • It’s not TEC that is special; it’s what you search for and find there. That’s what’s special.”
  • “So many people love me…I didn’t know that before.”
  • “It was awesome!”
  • “It was the best!”
  • “True!”

TEC is about getting in touch with God in a peaceful environment with no expectations or distractions. TEC is teens encountering Christ in a way that many have never experienced God before. And not only is TEC about faith, it’s also about having fun and getting to know other youth and adults from all around the Toledo Diocese. Actually, it’s hard to describe, at least in words. TEC is a youth movement in the Roman Catholic Church, but all young people are welcome. Come and experience TEC for yourself!

HOW TO APPLY …

You can apply through your parish youth minister, high school teacher, priest, or a friend who has made a TEC. Or, you can write or call the TEC center:

Carey TEC Program
C/o Lorrie Seiple
195 W. Rosewood, Apt. 34
Defiance, OH 43512
419-782-5329

You’ll need to fill out an application, and someone will need to write a recommendation for you (usually an adult who accepts your application can do this).

Get your application in by the sign-up due date. TEC weekends do fill up!

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

High school juniors and seniors, and those who have graduated from high school within the past year, are eligible to make TEC.

HOW MUCH?

The cost for the weekend is $75.00. A $25.00 deposit (non-refundable) is due with your application. The remaining $50.00 is due when you arrive. Checks can be made payable to TEC.