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SUMMARY:Why I Take Spiritual Warfare Seriously
DESCRIPTION:A Retreat for Spiritual Renewal\, Discernment & Strength\n\n“Take the sword of the Spirit\, which is the word of God.”— Ephesians 6:17 \n\nThe spiritual battle is real\, and as Christians we are called to recognize it\, stand firm in faith\, and place our trust in the power of Christ. \nJoin Rev. Fr. Joseph Jacobson for a meaningful weekend retreat exploring the reality of spiritual warfare and the importance of remaining grounded in prayer\, Scripture\, the Sacraments\, and the truth of our Catholic faith. \nThis retreat offers an opportunity to step away from the demands and distractions of everyday life\, deepen your relationship with Christ\, and learn to respond to spiritual challenges with greater discernment\, courage\, prayer\, and trust in God. \nRetreat Highlights\n\nHoly Mass & Eucharistic Adoration\nInspiring Conferences on spiritual warfare and the life of faith\nConfession & Healing Sessions\nSilent Reflection & Personal Prayer\nTime to deepen your relationship with Christ\nSpiritual guidance for standing firm in faith and growing in discernment\n\nAbout the Preacher\nRev. Fr. Joseph Jacobson brings a remarkable journey of faith and many years of pastoral ministry to this retreat. A former Lutheran pastor and Bishop of the Alberta Synod\, he later entered the Catholic Church and was ordained a Catholic priest in 2007. He subsequently served the Archdiocese of Grouard-McLennan as Chancellor\, Judicial Vicar\, and Official Exorcist. \nHis rich experience across Christian traditions offers a unique perspective on spiritual warfare\, discernment\, prayer\, and standing firmly in Christ. \nEvent Details\nDecember 4–6 \nMount Carmel Spirituality Centre1225 Township Road 535Parkland County\, AB T7Y 0H5 \nRetreat Registration\nSingle — $4202 nights accommodation and 5 meals included \nShared Accommodation — $5602 nights accommodation and 5 meals included \nCouples — $5602 nights accommodation and 5 meals included \nDay Retreat — $140Friday evening and Saturday/Sunday retreatNo accommodation; meals included \nSpeaker Love Offering\nA voluntary love offering to support our guest speaker will be gratefully received during the retreat. \nLimited Availability\nSpace is limited for this retreat. Early registration is encouraged to reserve your place and allow yourself the gift of a weekend dedicated to prayer\, reflection\, and spiritual renewal. \nRegistration & Information\nAnne Jacobsevents@MountCarmelEdmonton.ca \nCome away from the noise of everyday life. Stand firm in Christ. Rediscover the strength of faith\, prayer\, and the Word of God. \n\n“Take the sword of the Spirit\, which is the word of God.” — Ephesians 6:17
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