JOYFUL! Vol 2: Issue 3
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The WCI Team is delighted to bring you JOYFUL! the official communique of the Wojtyła Community & Institute. This is your one-stop for all the inspiring stories and exciting events, from podcasts to conferences to marriage retreats, wherever St. John Paul II's Rule is changing lives, you can find it here! This issue includes:
Featured Article
By co-founder and Exec. Director, Theresa Martin
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HOSTING A WCI MARRIAGE RETREAT
by: Amanda Griggs
When I was asked the question, “Do you want to host a marriage retreat?” my heart responded with an immediate “YES!” before my brain could chime in with its usual concerns. You know that resistance that hits when you’re starting something big? The enemy enjoys whispering the familiar doubts of my inadequacy. Keep Reading...
MCG SPOTLIGHT: OUR LEADER COUPLE TRAINING EXPERIENCE ... and the first meeting with our new MCG
by: Josey & Beth Varberg
...We learned about The Rule gradually over the last year, and were so happy to find that there was a Leader Couple Training scheduled for Winter 2025. We were so excited, and yet a little uncertain about what we were getting into! However, we continued to follow the path that the Lord was putting in front of us, one step at a time. Read more!
LOOK TO WUJEK
by: Theresa Martin
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HISTORY & MISSION
by: Theresa Martin, Executive Director
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THERE'S STILL TIME TO REGISTER for the next marriage retreat, Two Souls United in Christ; July 18-20 in Grand Coteau, LA
Come experience the beauty and hospitality of South Louisiana while pouring into your marriage. Located on sprawling acreage with century-old oak trees, the Our Lady of the Oaks Retreat Center is the perfect summer getaway for you and your spouse.
Register here today!
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by: Padre Kyle Laylan
Crecí en una familia con mamá, papá y 4 hermanos. Mi mamá nos cuidaba y mi papá se esforzaba por proveernos. Mis padres pasaron por buenos y malos momentos, pero siempre unidos como pareja...
I grew up in a family with a mom, dad, and four siblings. My mom took care of us, and my dad did his best to provide for us. My parents went through good times and bad, but they always remained united as a couple... Read more
The Power of the Pope - part 3
by: Gina Loehr, WCI Leader Couple, Mount Calvary, WI.
. . . My graduate studies at Franciscan University deepened my understanding of and appreciation for the teachings of Pope John Paul II. I had already been deeply touched by his apostolic letter Mulieris Dignitatem, (On the Dignity and Vocation of Women), but now I also had the opportunity to study encyclicals like Fides et Ratio (On Faith and Reason), Evangelium Vitae (The Gospel of Life), and Veritatis Splendor (The Splendor of Truth), all of which helped me grow in my gratitude for the Church... Keep reading!