A great mix of inspiring talks, uplifting music and liturgy, quiet time for prayer and reflection, skits, dancing, a warm environment, community, tears, and lots and lots of smiles!
Our Rediscover Joy retreat had a robust crowd of parishioners and guests involved in a day where we discovered both the happiness of laughter and the deeper joy that transcends our circumstances.
Fr. Hoan gave examples of saints and notable people who have been able to maintain joy and peace in the midst of challenging circumstances.
Kathryn McAlarney gave a contest to see if we could make a list of rules for living joy and then compared our answers to the 9 Rules for Living Joy the Chris Stefanik presents in his new book.
Skits by Maria Leonardo, Stephanie Honz, and Fr. Hoan kept us in good spirits all day! Our team of volunteers: Carol and Mike Giglia, Chris Bouchard, Deb Hoeft, and Tina Pietropaoli set up our lunch, treats, and hospitality to make sure everyone was happy!
Thank you to all who made this retreat so memorable! -Fr. Mitch