Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church & School

Downloadable Adult Faith Formation Calendar Spring 2010  

“Go, you are sent forth.... to learn and grow”

Dear Friends and Parishioners,

            In the Gospel of St. Luke (15:4), as the Pharisees and scribes were complaining about Jesus keeping company with tax collectors and sinners, Jesus responds, “What man among you having a hundred sheep and losing one of them would not leave the ninety-nine in the desert and go after the lost one until he finds it?”  This season’s adult faith enrichment opportunities continue providing ways to gather in community, to learn and to grow in our faith, all with the focus of Jesus as our Good Shepherd, who welcomes each of us in the ways we are lost, and beckons us to welcome others.  In light of this pastoral plan sub-theme this season, “To Seek and Embrace,” you are encouraged to look over this calendar of offerings, and perhaps invite someone who has been away from church a while to attend with you.  Please take special note of  Alienated Catholics Anonymous below, and know that your pastor, and any of our parish priests and pastoral staff, are happy to meet with anyone at any time who desires reconnecting with their faith.  Please save this calendar and use the registration form on the back page to sign up for any offerings, or contact Chris Stogsdill, our Adult Faith Formation Coordinator, for more information in the parish office at 747-1321 or cccstogs@aol.com.

                                                                                                            Msgr. Tom Cahalane

Our Mother of Sorrows Parish

Christian Education/Formation & Christian Life Commission Offerings

Adult Enrichment Calendar for Spring 2010

(Calendario de Oportunidades de Enriquecimiento en la fe para adultos)

Please register for any number of opportunities using form on back page of brochure.

BECOMING CATHOLIC AND COMING HOME

            (Nacer en la Fe Católica)

1.  A.C.A.  - Alienated Catholics Anonymous:  This six-week series for Catholics who wish to return to and renew their Catholic faith is facilitated by Msgr. Tom Cahalane.   Series offered after Christmas and Easter.  (Meeting Room 1/PAC) Contact parish office for meeting dates and times.

2.  R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults):  Beginning Sept. 7, this faith formation process is for     non-baptized adults; the sessions are primarily Tuesday evenings from 7:00-9:00 p.m. and Sunday mornings from 10:30 a.m. until noon through April 23, 2011 (Easter Vigil).  The cost is $35 for materials.  (PAC Dining Room) 

3.  Profession of Faith:   Tuesday evenings, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.:  Beginning Jan. 5, 2010, this 12-week series is for persons who have been baptized as Christians and wish to be oriented to the sacraments and practices of the Catholic Church with possible full reception into the Church on the Easter Vigil, April 3, 2010.   The cost is $35.  Series also offered in the fall of 2010.  (PAC)

4.  Adult Confirmation:  Tuesday evenings, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.:  Beginning Feb. 2, 2010, this 8-week series is for Catholic adults who lack Confirmation and concludes with celebration of the Sacrament at the Easter Vigil, April 3.  The cost is $35.  Series also offered in the fall of 2010.  (PAC)

5.  Confirmación para adultos: Las clases de confirmación tendrán una duración de ocho semanas.  Las reuiniones son los miercoles en el PAC.  Las clases darán inicio en el 3 de febrero.  Favor de ver el boletín para registrarse.

6.  Baptism Preparation Sessions for Parents/Godparents:  1^st and 3^rd Thursdays each month.  Parents desiring to baptize a child should contact the parish office to schedule an appointment with a priest or deacon.

7.  Marriage Preparation: Couples desiring to marry in the Catholic Church should contact the parish a minimum of 6 months prior to desired wedding date to make an appointment with a priest.  Further details about marriage requirements, including the Engaged Encounter and Parish Couple-to-Couple Program, will be provided by him during your appointment.

MARRIAGE & FAMILY

            (El matrimonio y la familia)

8.         New! “BREAKTHROUGH PARENTING TUCSON” w/Vini Nunez: Begins Monday, Feb. 22, 2010,       7-8:30 pm:  This revolutionary 9-week course is designed to increase your skills and knowledge as a parent.  Emphasis is on developing parent/child self-esteem, using discipline to teach children, resolving conflict effectively, promoting self control vs. parental control, understanding how children think and having age-appropriate expectations.  The goal of the course is to promote responsible, thinking, loving, and confident children by using excellent parenting techniques.  Most parents report positive long-term results with their children as well as improved relationships in all areas of their lives.  Interested parents are encouraged to attend an Information Session on Monday, Feb. 1, from 7:00-8:00 pm in the Parish Hall.  Email to:cccstogs@aol.com.  Space is limited for participation and childcare, so please register as soon as possible.  Contact Chris Stogsdill for more information at 747-1321 or visit vini@agapelifecoaching.com.

9.         Worldwide Marriage Encounter: Weekends of May 21-23 and October 22-24, 2010:  Give yourselves and your family the gift of a lifetime!  The Marriage encounter experience enriches marriage relationships in countless ways - why wait any longer?  Weekends fill up fast, so please contact Chris & Christina Kinney at     574-7822 or darnhappy@cox.net for more information and registration. 

10.       Retrouvaille (Rediscovery): Weekend of Feb. 19-21, 2010:  There is help and hope for hurting marriages.  This weekend retreat experience, including post-session follow-ups, has been highly successful in helping couples rediscover and renew their love for one another.  Building relationship skills, healing past hurts and moving toward new beginnings are emphasized.  Contact Kevin & Kathie Stogsdill at 722-2931 or stogskk1@comcast.net for more information and registration.

11.       Beginning Experience Ministry:  This weekend program is for those grieving the loss of a loved one through death, divorce or separation.  If offers an opportunity, through God, for single-again people to turn the pain of loss into an experience of positive growth.  To learn more, go to www.azbe.org or contact at 602-914-5148 or info@azbe.org.  (Affiliated with the Diocese of Phoenix Family Life Office.)

SPECIAL INTEREST TOPICS AND DAYS/TIMES OF RECOLLECTION

12.       Parish Lenten Mission: March 22-24, 2010:  Don’t miss your opportunity to be renewed this Lenten season!  Join the rest of our parish family in our annual parish mission, and be spiritually ready for the great celebration of Easter.  Watch upcoming parish bulletins for fuller details.

13.       “Lectio Divina w/Msgr. Tom Cahalane” 3^rd Mondays, Jan. - May, 9:15 am & 7:00 pm:  God’s Word is alive, active and effective in transforming our lives when we engage it prayerfully, in contemplation and meditation, with an open and seeking heart.  Join Msgr. Tom for either these morning or evening sessions to discover and enjoy the simple, yet powerful beauty of “divine reading” of Sacred Scripture.  Dates of sessions: Jan. 18, Feb. 15, Mar. 15, Apr.19 & May 17.  Approximately 90 minutes.  No fee.  RSVP appreciated, but not required.  (Cenacle Chapel).  Email cccstogs@aol.com.

14.       Stations of the Cross at Immaculate Heart Convent: Sat., Mar. 6, 2010,  8:00-10:00 am:  Join adults preparing for full reception into the Catholic Church at Immaculate Heart Convent (at Sabino Canyon and N. Kolb Rd) for Mass at 8:00 am, prayer of the Rosary at the Shrine of St. Bernadette, and then make the Stations of the Cross up the hill in this prayerful desert monastic setting.  (Appropriate hiking shoes/clothing and a kneeling pad, if desired, are suggested.)  RSVP in parish office appreciated.

EDUCATIONAL/CATECHETICAL  OPPORTUNITIES

            (Oportunidades de catequesis)

(Available to all; some are applicable for catechetical certification)

15.       “A Discussion on Capital Punishment w/Bishop Gerald Kicanas” Wed., Mar. 10, 6:30-8:30 pm:  Don’t miss this important presentation sponsored by Our Mother of Sorrows Christian Life Commission on the issues surrounding the death penalty and its detrimental impact to building up the culture of life.  The evening begins in the church with Mass at 6:30 pm presided by Bishop Kicanas and continues thereafter with his presentation.  No fee.

16.       A Walk Thru the Mass - “The Dry Mass” w/Msgr. Tom Cahalane: Mon., Jan. 25, 7:00-8:30 pm:  Reacquaint yourself with the parts and significance of the Holy Mass, which is “the source and summit of the Christian life.”  Childcare provided on a limited basis - please RSVP in office by Jan. 20.  No cost.

17.       “Circle of Life” w/Laura Stehle: Tuesdays, Jan. 12-Mar. 23, 9:15 am-11:30 am:  An eleven-week series to enlighten, inform and uplift our consciousness and awareness around the full spectrum of the Church’s teachings on the sacredness of life from the womb to the tomb.  The group uses the Catholic Update resources from St. Anthony Messenger Press and focuses on a different topic each week.  No fee.  RSVP appreciated.  (PAC Aud.)

18.       “Echoes of Faith” Catechetical Certification Opportunities: Most Tuesdays, 7:00-9:00 pm:  This exceptional video series, including faith discussion, is endorsed by the Diocese to help catechists, and all Catholics, learn and grow in an adult understanding of our faith. Though catechetical certification credit is applied, you need not be a catechist to attend  All are Welcome!! Laura Stehle, OMOS Director of Religious Education, facilitates.  No fee.  (PAC Auditorium.)  Schedule of topics is as follows: Liturgy & Sacraments 1-4, Jan. 5, 12, 26, Feb. 2; Morality 1&2, Feb. 9, 16; Social Mission: In the Footsteps of Jesus, Feb. 23; Scripture 1&2, Mar. 2, 9; Methodology, Gr. 3 & 4, Mar. 23; Apr. 27 to be announced.  (No class Jan. 19, Mar. 16, Apr. 6, Apr. 20.)

19.       “The Book of Proverbs” Bible Study w/Fr. Charlie Knapp - Fridays., Jan. 22-Mar. 26, 7:00-9:00 pm:  This popular study group will explore Proverbs using the Little Rock Scripture series in a conversational manner in the prayerful atmosphere of our PAC Retreat Room.  The cost is $20 for individuals and $25 for couples, and includes cost of the commentary and priest stipend.   RSVP required.  (PAC Retreat Room)

20.       Care for Creation Spring Film Series: 4^th Wednesdays - Feb. 24, Mar. 24, Apr. 28, May 26, 7:15 pm - 9:00 pm:  This series is sponsored by Our Mother of Sorrows Care for Creation Committee and will feature films designed to enhance our awareness about the importance of our role in relationship to the environment and responsible stewardship of creation.  Participants are encouraged to attend the 6:30 pm Mass in the church followed by the Respect Life prayer in the placita.  The film will begin immediately following in the PAC Auditorium.  No fee.

21.       “Ephesians” Women’s Bible Study: Sundays, 10:15-11:30 am:  Join Helen Fortuno and friends in this ongoing weekly bible study group just for women.  The St. Ignatius Bible Study series will be used and available for purchase at the group for $10 each.  Bring your bible.  If you need one, they are available for $5 each.  RSVP please, space is limited.  (PAC Retreat Room)      

FAITH SHARING AND SMALL GROUPS

            (PequeZas comunidades de Fe en espaZol)

22.       “U-Knighted in Christ” Young Adult Bible Study: Fridays, 6:30-9:00 pm:  Ages 18-35, this peer-led bible study is designed for maximum fellowship and faith-sharing, prayer and letting the power of Jesus come     center-stage into our lives.  Facilitated by members of Our Mother of Sorrows young adult community, this group gives young adults a place to share their faith and be enlightened by God’s Word in Sacred Scripture.  Bring a friend!  Email donegal3gen@hotmail.com or cccstogs@aol.com.  (PAC)

23.       G.I.F.T.S - “Growing in Faith Through Sharing”  Weeks of Feb. 14-Mar. 27:  Join a small group of fellow Catholics (8-10 people) for six weeks; meet in homes to read and reflect on the upcoming Sunday scriptures; share faith experiences and insights, pray with one another, and grow in friendship and Christian community.  Groups meet weekly at various times and days.  Registration deadline is Feb. 7.  Cost is $3. 

24.       PequeZas Comunidades de Fe en espanol:  Los invitamos a participar en una de estas reuniones que se llevaran a cabo solamente durante la temporada de adviento con el fin de leer los evangelios del siguiente domingo y compartir nuestra fe.  Ver el boletín para mayores informes.

25.       Prayer Shawl Ministry: Every other Sunday, 2:00-3:30 pm:  Do you enjoy knitting and/or crocheting?  If so, you are invited to join this big-hearted group who is committed to making shawls, lap blankets and related items for those in need, especially the elderly and homebound, young mothers and those who could benefit from these hand-made items made with love in a spirit of compassion and prayer.  The group meets to work on their projects and enjoy fellowship and prayer in the Parish Activity Center twice monthly, but all are welcome to participate, even if you can not make it to the meetings.  Maeve Robertson facilitates the group, and can be reached at maever1@msn.com.  Contact parish office or consult bulletin for date of next meeting.

Downloadable Adult Faith Formation Calendar Spring 2010  

Our Mother of Sorrows Parish & Catholic School
1800 South Kolb Rd.
Tucson, Arizona
747-1321