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2009 Altarboy Retreat - Mon. June 29, 2009
The second day of the Diocesan Altarboy retreat was a full day. Beginning with morning prayers in small groups and breakfast in the Cathedral Educational Center and Chant Class in the cathedral, the young men were treated with a trip to Sts. Peter and Paul Church in Windber, PA. In addition to enjoying free time to swim, play sports and relax, the participated in round three of Surviver - Johnstown-Windber. After dinner they learned about the lives and deeds of several heroic Old Testament Saints in small breakout groups. The day concluded with a Penance Service and by participating in the Holy Mystery of Confession in anticipation of Tuesday Morning's Divine Liturgy.
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The singing of the Lord's Prayer before breakfast.
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Metropolitan Nicholas offered the blessing at Breakfast.
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After breakfast, Very Rev. Protopresbyter Luke Mihaly spoke about why he loves being a priest.
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Chant class in preparation for Tuesday's Divine Liturgy.
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" Rejoice O Most Holy Virgin and Mother."
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Lunch
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Fun at the water slide at the Windber pool.
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Fr. David explains the rules for the food tasting contest.
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"Name that food..."
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Survivor obstacle course
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The last leg of the obstacle course
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Running neck and neck in the obstacle course race
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Water jug relay race.
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Very Rev. Fr. Miles Zdinak spoke about his journey to the Holy Priesthood, following supper
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Fr. Peter Zarynow led the evening Penance service and gave an inspiring presentation on his journey to the Holy Priesthood and the Holy Mystery of Repentance.