One-day Retreat for Youth

The little kids aged 12-16 years old returned to Hoang Phap pagoda to attend One-day Retreat for Youth on March 6th, 2022 (Feb. 04thd, Year of Buffalo).

After registering  for all participants in the morning, monks guided them to the lecture hall to participate in the activities. Finishing chanting the sutra, the participants heard a dharma talk by Junior Thich Tam Hanh with the theme What to do to be peaceful and happy.

Each of us always wants a joyful life, but few will find it. He shared the necessary factors to prepare for a firm life from studying hard, training necessary skills and most importantly having virtue. Virtue is cultivated every day through the smallest actions in life. When these things come together, they will create success and happiness for each person. He distinguished between lasting happiness and temporary happiness. Finally, the lecturer mentioned the story towards the sacrifices and hardships of the two parents, helping the little learners understand what they need to do to repay the kindness of their parents. Finally, Ven has a few words to remind them to study well, play just enough fun.

 After spending a few meditative minutes and entertainment in the afternoon, the learners listened to a speech by Master Luong Dung Nhan of ATY Asia Pacific Company, conveyed three responsibilities: personal responsibility, family responsibility, and responsibility to people around. When we combine the responsibility of ourselves and those around us, it will create a great power. By the stories, the lecturer inspired and motivated the listeners to clearly see the necessary things to firmly step into life, build a bright personality, and be a useful person for the family and society.

Before leaving, the participants were given dharma gifts, including the book named Sunny in rain and other gifts.

The retreat ended in the joy of participants.

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