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It was so successful that we filled our dormitory with 17 open-minded young men who made a commitment to learn the truths of God and to explore the life of the Church in the setting of Holy Trinity Monastery! There was so much interest that some applicants, unfortunately, had to be turned away. We are hopeful to be able to expand this unique program that incorporates liturgical life, religious education, service to the monastery, and fellowship. We are very excited about this development!
This program has been a regular summer activity at Holy Trinity since its inception and has consistently proven to be life changing for the participants, who receive a deep catechetical education in a monastic setting with individualized pastoral guidance. They, then, put into practice what they learn in the “classroom” by participating in the liturgical life of the Church and helping the monastics with such tasks as working on the farm, making incense, and digging graves (a very contemplative activity). Not only does this leave all the young men with a profound relationship to their faith, but many are even inspired to serve in the Church for the rest of their lives, becoming seminarians, well-established clergymen, and even hierarches!
After all this serious activity, the boys even have time to enjoy themselves with barbecues, sports, and hiking in the woods through our 1,000-acre property!
