Vocare Alabama

Vocare Alabama “Vocare” is a form of a Latin word meaning “to call.” The Vocare weekend is a renewal weekend for young adults. All the rest God has already given to you.

For the past 20 years, the Diocese of Alabama has hosted Vocare, an intentional weekend for Young Adults, ages 18-30, inspired by Cursillo. Pilgrims are given the opportunity to explore their God-given vocation in an honest, accepting, and supportive atmosphere. Throughout the weekend Pilgrims hear talks given by fellow young adults about their experiences discovering their Christian identity and

finding their place in the world. With small group discussions and guidance from Episcopal Chaplains from our Diocese, Pilgrims at Vocare have an opportunity to explore questions about their faith and their future at a time that for many can feel confusing and chaotic. For many pilgrims Vocare has been a sacramental experience, and one that encouraged prayerful and intentional discernment of calling and vocation. Pilgrims leave Vocare with the strength and supportive community they need to make important decisions, and we keep that community growing year after year to always have a network of friends and support for all pilgrims, past and present.

“Vocare” is a form of a Latin word meaning “to call.” The Vocare weekend is a renewal weekend addressed to young adults in a time when they face many serious decisions that set the direction for much of their adult life. The one thing you have to offer your God is your life at its deepest level, how you use your thoughts and attitudes, how you spend your time, and what you say and do with others around you. Now let’s see whether we can help one another to answer the calling God has made to you through Jesus Christ, the Lord of our lives.

We made it into the most recent edition of "The Alabama Episcopalian"!!! The Episcopal Church in Alabama
06/16/2026

We made it into the most recent edition of "The Alabama Episcopalian"!!! The Episcopal Church in Alabama

Special Session at Bethany Village is looking for counselors! Special Session is a week long camp session for adults wit...
04/04/2026

Special Session at Bethany Village is looking for counselors! Special Session is a week long camp session for adults with disabilities. Now in its 28th year, Special Session is a unique camp experience where high school and college-age counselors are paired with campers from all across the country to participate in various camp activities, including canoeing, arts and crafts, fishing, swimming, visiting with the farm animals, pottery, nature hikes, and much more! The week ends with a one-of-a-kind talent show, where every camper gets to showcase their gifts. The theme for Special Session 2026 is “Our Campers Are The G.O.A.T.s (greatest of all time)!” We’ll celebrate all our favorite sports and sports teams, and campers and counselors are invited to bring costumes and help to show their team spirit.

Counselors must be ages 16-23, and are invited to apply via the link on the Camp McDowell website. Adults older than 23 years old are invited to apply to be on support staff. Special Session runs from May 30th – June 6th, 2026, and the staff fee is $150 (Includes all meals and lodging). Note: Scholarships are readily available. Our mission is accessibility—no one will be turned away due to an inability to pay. For more information, here is a link to a short video about Special Session. Please reach out if you have any questions by sending us an email at [email protected]!

VOCARE 2026! It was a blessed weekend of growth, faith and discovering our calling. Thank you to all the staff & clergy ...
03/12/2026

VOCARE 2026! It was a blessed weekend of growth, faith and discovering our calling. Thank you to all the staff & clergy that created a great experience for our '26 pilgrims. We are already looking forward to Vocare '27... photo credits: (most of these photos😁)

Excited to announce our Co Lay-Rectors for VOCARE '27: Holly Anderson .hd26 & Savannah Trull !!! Excited to work with t...
03/02/2026

Excited to announce our Co Lay-Rectors for VOCARE '27: Holly Anderson .hd26 & Savannah Trull !!! Excited to work with them to bring you a great retreat next year...we also want to express our thanks and appreciation to MG & David for their hard work and dedication for this year's retreat!

More pics/videos coming soon, but for now, we just wanted to acknowledge what a beautiful retreat VOCARE '26 had at Wond...
03/02/2026

More pics/videos coming soon, but for now, we just wanted to acknowledge what a beautiful retreat VOCARE '26 had at Wonderful, Wonderful Camp McDowell this past weekend!!! Thank you to all the camp staff, lay-rectors, deacons, pilgrims, spiritual directors, family group leaders and pilgrims that made it so special!

12/26/2025
Have you registered for Vocare 25 yet??! Please plan to join us for this amazing weekend filled with fun, worship, fello...
02/11/2025

Have you registered for Vocare 25 yet??! Please plan to join us for this amazing weekend filled with fun, worship, fellowship, and community at Camp McDowell!

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To kick off staff announcements, we will start with our Co-Lay rectors! Jace says his favorite memory from vocare was th...
02/05/2025

To kick off staff announcements, we will start with our Co-Lay rectors!

Jace says his favorite memory from vocare was the friends he made along the way, many of whom he is still friends with 3 years later!

James says his favorite memory is how everyone gathered together and made camp seem very welcoming and camp-like when the power was off the first night.

Want to hear more about Vocare and attend this year? Message us or fill out the link in our bio!

This weekend, the Vocare 25 staff met in Birmingham for staff training! Lots of fun and lots done. We are so excited for...
01/28/2025

This weekend, the Vocare 25 staff met in Birmingham for staff training! Lots of fun and lots done.

We are so excited for Vocare 25 in March, and cannot wait to serve the pilgrims!

Want to sign up and haven’t? Check the link in our bio!

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105 Delong Rd
Nauvoo, AL
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