Explore relationships through Jesus’s parables in a nine-month, small-group workshop in Szeged with Marcsi Novák. Blend spiritual insight and practical reflection; limited spots, monthly Thursdays. Apply now.
when: 2026.02.19., Thursday
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A self-knowledge group led by catechist and fairy-tale therapy specialist Marcsi Novák invites participants to rethink their relationships using the framework of Jesus’s parables. This workshop-style group meets at the Alsóváros Franciscan Parish, 6700 Szeged (Szeged), Mátyás Square (Mátyás tér) 26, with limited spots and a nine-month program starting on September 18. The group gathers every third Thursday of each month.
How It Works
Sessions focus on personal connections through the lens of parables, blending spiritual insight with practical reflection. Prior registration and an interview are required to join; if the group fills, applicants can join a waiting list. The fee is $15.40 per person, per session.
Key Dates in Szeged
– 02/19/2026 — Szeged, Mátyás Square (Mátyás tér) 26
– 03/19/2026 — Szeged
– 04/16/2026 — Szeged
– 05/21/2026 — Szeged
Who Should Join
Anyone seeking deeper self-knowledge and healthier relationships grounded in the wisdom of parables, guided by an experienced facilitator in a small, committed community.
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Pros
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Family-friendly vibe for teens and adults who can sit through reflective sessions; respectful, calm setting in a Franciscan parish
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Topic (Jesus’s parables) is widely known to U.S. visitors, so the themes feel familiar even in a foreign setting
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Szeged is a known Hungarian city with a charming historic center; it’s less touristy than Budapest but still on many travelers’ radars
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Likely small-group attention and a thoughtful facilitator (fairy-tale therapy + catechist) for a unique cultural-spiritual experience
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Low cost per session (~$15.40) compared with similar guided workshops in the U.S.
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Reachable by train or bus from Budapest; local trams/buses and taxis make getting to Mátyás tér straightforward; easy by car with city parking
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Compared with U.S. church-based or mindfulness groups, this blends European Catholic heritage with narrative therapy for a distinct angle
Cons
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Not ideal for young kids; it’s talk-heavy and spans months, so casual family tourists may struggle with attention and timing
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Hungarian may be the working language; without Hungarian, you might need translation or miss nuance
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Szeged is less internationally famous than Budapest, so it may feel “off the beaten path” and require extra planning
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Requires prior registration and an interview, and spots are limited—hard to join for short-term travelers or spontaneous visitors
