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Retreat Program Schedule
Overview of Retreat Sessions
The retreat program schedule includes various activities such as Divine Liturgy, breakfast, spiritual talks, workshops, entertainment gatherings, and more, aimed at fostering spiritual growth and community bonding (p. 1).
Participants will engage in ice-breaking activities, group photos, games, and moments of prayer and reflection throughout the retreat (p. 1).
The program also offers free time for personal relaxation and midnight praises, creating a balanced experience of spiritual enrichment and leisure (p. 1).
Importance of Joy and True Happiness
The text emphasizes the importance of joy and true happiness in the human experience, highlighting God's creation of man for joy and comfort, both in this life and in eternity (p. 2).
It distinguishes between pleasure derived from physical senses and the true joy of the spirit, cautioning against sinful and superficial forms of rejoicing (p. 2).
True joy is depicted as a spiritual state that transcends materialistic and temporary sources of satisfaction, leading to a deeper connection with God and the fulfillment of one's purpose (p. 2).
