Spirituality: God Within Us
CS Lewis: A Man of His Word
What can we learn from the life, letters, lessons of one of the world's best-known spiritual writers? Ford, an international authority on author C.S. Lewis, provides rare insight.
Dr. Paul Ford SP-01 Mon., March 8 7:30-9:00 p.m. Our Lady of the Assumption, Assumption Hall
Building an Immunity to Stress
This workshop provides a basic biological understanding of stress, what it costs us, and how we can build up an immunity to it. Therapist Sikorra presents evidence of how relationships help us overcome almost any calamity. Learn what the Bible teaches about stress and take away practical tools for living happy and healthy lives.
Joe Sikorra SP-02 Mon., March 15 7:30-9:00 p.m. St. Peter Claver West Hall
Can I Really Be Holy?
Many people live with an outdated or overinflated sense of what human holiness really is. Discover new insights into holiness and learn ways to discern just how we are growing.
Fr. Jim Clarke SP-03 Mon., March 22 7:30-9:00 p.m. St. Julie Billiart Hall
Embrace God’s Liberating Presence
Our God calls us to leave behind all that enslaves us – and to stand fast in the liberty Christ has made for us. Learn how to live a liberated life free of the things that can rob us of spirit and peace.
Sr. Edith Prendergast SP-04 Mon., February 22 7:30-9:00 p.m. Our Lady of the Assumption, Assumption Hall
God’s Will and My Desires: Discovering the Connection
Seeking God’s will in our life includes being aware of our own deep wants and desires. In this course, Sr. Robbins reflects on how authentic discernment can help integrate these two truths, bringing blessings to our decisions.
Sr. M. Regina Robbins, SND SP-05 Mon., March 8 7:30-9:00 p.m. St. Peter Claver West Hall
Facing Tough Times with Faith
Join Fr. Joe Shea for reflections on how, using the wisdom of Solomon and the truth of Jesus, we can face tough times with faith, optimism, and even joy.
Fr. Joe Shea SP-06 Tues., March 23 7:30-9:00 p.m. St. Rose of Lima Hall
The Living Legacy of Anne Frank
We know the story of Anne Frank and the now-famous diary she kept while in hiding from the Nazis during World War II. Fr. Neiman shares stories from his close friendship with Anne’s father, Otto Frank, and Miep Gies, one of the people who hid the family. Learn about Anne Frank’s living legacy to us.
Fr. John Neiman SP-07 Wed., February 24 7:30-9:00 p.m. St. Jude the Apostle Hall
Becoming A Man After God’s Own Heart
How can we be good role models as men - in our ordinary lives and in today's world? This course explores scriptural examples of men who were models of what it means to be "a man after God's own heart." Both men and women are welcome to join Fr. Steve Davoren and discover how a man’s day-to-day life can reflect the essence of God.
Fr. Steve Davoren SP-09 Tues., March 23 7:30-9:00 p.m. St. Mary Magdalen Church Hall
Mary, A Woman in Love
Delve into various apparitions – Our Lady of Medjugorge, Our Lady of Montallegro, and Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal – to see Mary’s total love for us, her children.
Dn. Dick and Franca Dornan SP-10 Tues., March 9 7:30-9:00 p.m. St. Peter Claver West Hall
Aging with Grace
We have heard many times that Jesus grew in wisdom, age, and grace before God and others. This session explores practical ways to be grace-filled elders.
Sr. Gretchen Hailer, RHSM SP-11 Tues., March 9 7:30-9:00 p.m.St. Mary Magdalen Church Hall
The “BE” Attitudes of Jesus
Lent is a perfect time to brush up on the spiritual values of Jesus. We find them in the Beatitudes, but they are more difficult to follow than the commandments! This session gives an overall view of these first teachings of Jesus on the Mount – and some practical ideas on how we can live them in our own lives.
Sr. Gretchen Hailer, RHSM SP-12 Tues., March 16 7:30-9:00 p.m. Padre Serra Parish Center
Beyond the Holocaust: A Life of Thankfulness and Love
Sometimes great wrongs against us are so overpowering that we do not recognize the good deeds that benefit us. In the midst of Nazi barbarism, the Catholic community of St. Anna, Austria, risked their own lives to help Jewish labor camp prisoners. Sixty years later, Sandor Vandor returned to St. Anna to offer thanks for their moral righteousness and life-saving acts–a journey of gratitude that brings psychological freedom and a loving closeness between past victim and the present children of the righteous. Vandor describes how thankfulness and love can grow out of places and times of great evil. (Read excerpts from Sandor Vandor's book, St. Anna Revisited.)
Sandor Vandor SP-18 Mon., March 15 7:30-9:00 p.m. St. Maximilian Kolbe Hall
La Conversión Como Condición para Entrar en el Reino de Dios
La conversión es tema central en todas las religiones. Está en primera línea en la predicación de Juan el Bautista y de Jesús. Es tema y desafío constante en la vida, y apunta últimamente a la transformación de nuestro ser. Se ofrecerá un pequeño almuerzo.
Rudy Finke SP-13 Sun., February 28 2:00-3:30 p.m. Our Lady of the Assumption, Assumption Hall
Y Volver, Volver, Volver
Cuando los griegos escribieran a grandes letras en el fronton de sus templos mas famosos aquella frase “Conocete a ti mismo” no se referían únicamente al conocimiento del cuerpo; querían referirse al misterio de nuestro conocimiento interior… Este taller intentara conducirnos a nuestro universo interior en donde nos encontramos con Dios.
Lourdes Gonzalez-Rubio SP-14 Mon., February 22 7:30-9:00 p.m. St. Mary Magdalen Church Hall
Tres Disciplinas Espirituales: Limosna, Oración, Ayuno
¿Cómo es que algunas actitudes religiosas pueden ser trampas en la relación con Dios? Las tres disciplinas espirituales son pilares en la religiosidad de los judíos. En la visión de Jesús, no se tienen que ejercer con exterioridad, sino que son expresiones del corazón que están abiertos a Dios, el Abba de Jesucristo. Se ofrecerá un pequeño almuerzo.
Rudy Finke SP-15 Sun., March 14 2:00-3:30 p.m. St. Paschal Baylon Hall
Renovar su Mente, Transformar Su Vida
¿Cuantos de nosotros hemos luchado con un problema o enfermedad acabando muy desanimados porque nada cambió aún después de haber orado mucho? Si usted ha pasado por algo así, esta sesión le ofrece una bendición a través del mensaje esperanzador del Señor!
Fr. Olivier Bagnoud SP-16 Thurs., March 11 7:30-9:00 p.m. Our Lady of the Assumption, Assumption Hall
“Abre los brazos a la vida" -Pedagogía del tiempo libre
Como dice el libro del Eclesiastés " Hay un tiempo para cada cosa, y un momento para hacerlo bajo el cielo." Por mi experiencia en la pastoral hispana yo he podido darme cuenta que en la cultura hispana y entre las personas entregadas al servicio de Dios en su Iglesia hace mucha falta aprender a usar el tiempo que tenemos en nuestras manos. En este curso intentaremos hacer una evaluación de cómo usamos nuestro tiempo y si le damos suficiente importancia al uso de nuestro tiempo libre.
Lourdes Gonzzalez-Rubio SP-17 Wed., March 24 7:30-9:00 p.m. St. Rose of Lima Hall