MP3: Young-Adult Led Retreat

Mary, Queen of the World Parish in Mount Pearl hosted a series of retreats presented by young adults from St. Johns. Each night between November 17-20, 2009, a different young adult recounted their personal conversion story and then elaborated upon some of the themes that have been central to their faith experience. Each incorporated aspects of the parable of the Prodigal Son. The talks are available for you to listen to and download. To download the file in mp3 format, right-click on the respective link and select “Save link as…”.

Laura Cooper - Tuesday, November 17, 2009
After recounting her conversion story, which was influenced by a summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro, Laura discussed the importance of accepting God’s Mercy and surrendering our lives to God. Download or listen to Laura’s story HERE (approx. 31.5 MB)

Brad Glynn - Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Brad’s conversion involved a series of falls which brought about the realization that he was heading in the wrong direction. The majority of Brad’s retreat talk focuses on the parable of the Prodigal son. He carefully guides a reflection on all three of the main characters involved, both before and after the younger son’s conversion. Download or listen to Brad’s story HERE (approx. 28.2 MB)

Theodoric Nowak - Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Theodoric’s conversion occurred in Rome during World Youth Day in 2000. He looks at Chapter Six of the Gospel of John and the story of Jesus’ disciples on the road to Emmaus. The Eucharist was central to his experience and he suggests that it is the main source of strength for maintaining ardency after the epiphany of conversion. Download or listen to Theodoric’s story HERE (approx. 38.4 MB)