ISKCON Philippines has marked a significant milestone with the successful hosting of its first national Vaishnavi Retreat, held from December 6-8th, 2025, culminating in the formal establishment of the Vaishnavi Ministry Philippines. The three-day retreat brought together Vaishnavis from across the country for a carefully structured program focused on sisterhood, healing, leadership development, and spiritual empowerment. The initiative reflects the visionary leadership of the ISKCON Philippines National Council, whose foresight and commitment brought this landmark event to life.
A Vision Brought to Life
The retreat was designed not merely as a one-time gathering, but as a foundational step toward building a sustainable, structured ministry to support Vaishnavis throughout the Philippines. Sessions focused on connection, shared values, faith-based resilience, confidence in service, and leadership preparation, all within a safe and respectful devotional environment.
Leadership, Confidence, and Skill Development
A distinctive feature of the retreat was its emphasis on practical leadership and confidence-building. Vaishnavis received training in public speaking, including an exercise in which participants crafted warm, welcoming introductions suitable for a Sunday Love Feast program. Several women volunteered to present their introductions, experiencing first-hand how encouragement and preparation can transform fear into confidence.
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