There are various options when developing a program at the center, whether a retreat, formal, or informal gathering.  The AYRC is available for programs that a group may design and implement independently.  These programs may operate for a day, weekend, week, etc. in the year round facility.  The center also offers Archdiocesan prepared retreats and faith-based activities that include Crossroads, Search, Crosstraining, Rejoice Prayer Festival, CYO Athletics, and Summer Camp.

 The retreat center includes two floors of modern sleeping facilities.  The top floor sleeps 57; each room includes a private bathroom and shower.  The middle floor sleeps 84; participants share common bathrooms that are equipped with 6 shower stalls.  The basement level of the center has 5 meeting rooms, each varying in size.  The largest room can accommodate up to 150 people.  For large groups the center can also provide breakout rooms at an additional charge.  There is a Chapel and sacristy on the basement level.  The Chapel can occupy 95 people. 

Located on the premise is an air-conditioned dining hall and gym, the Sacred Heart Church, Challenge Course, outdoor swimming pool, and picnic area. Convenient parking on premises is available.

 Gourmet breakfast, lunches, and dinners are available and prepared by our dinning hall food director and staff.  They offer an arrangement of food that will satisfy any palate and special dietary needs.

 Our latest feature…the Challenge Course!  
The Challenge Course provides participants with a unique opportunity to work and play together on a series of problem solving, group decision-making, and positive risk taking activities.  Our highly trained professionals guide participants to improved communication skills, a lasting spirit of cooperation, and a commitment to shared goals.  We offer full-day, half-day or overnight programs Inquire about special discounts for weekday programs. 

 


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Conference Rooms

Sleeping Facilities

Chapel

Resource Room

Dining Hall

Gymnasium

Challenge Course

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Archdiocese of Newark Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry Office
499 Belgrove Drive /  Kearny, NJ 07032 / Phone: (201)998-0088/ Fax: (201)299-0801