However, I quickly learned that USD focuses on the basic themes of religion that are a universal language. Things like love and tolerance. They stress the importance of community and service and I can really appreciate that. I've never once felt pressured to follow Catholic practices, but instead, have felt welcomed into a community of caring individuals.
So, as I said before, even though I'm not Catholic, I found myself diving into all the programs that University Ministry has to offer.
This past weekend, I attended the SEARCH retreat. Held in Julian, the retreat was everything I was missing in my life. Everyone is searching for something and this weekend provided that opportunity for me to take a break from reality to find that something. I'm so glad I was given this opportunity, because I was able to meet a lot of different people who I don't think I'd necessarily have gotten to connect with during my everyday life. We were able to have deep conversations as well as belt out songs to the top of our lungs. The experience was indescribable...
my SEARCH family
