Arkansas, New Mexico, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Texas, Colorado
Mini-Mariapolis in Borger
Written by Laura Kellerman
Monday, March 8, 2010 at 8:09 PM
More than 150 people, from infants to those with silver hair, gathered in the Texas Panhandle town of Borger to reflect on Chiara Lubich's words: "God loves you immensely."
The "Mini-Mariapolis" took place March 6 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, where Msgr. Michael Colwell is pastor. Msgr. Colwell wanted to share with his parishioners the spirituality of unity that he describes as a "simple but profound way of presenting the Gospel ideals."
The all-day retreat included meditation, moments of silent reflection, sharing and games.
Sometimes it seems so impossible to live Jesus' words, one participant said. But listening to others talk about how they made it is really inspiring.
St. John holds monthly Word of Life meetings in English on the first Monday of each month following 6 p.m. Mass and on the first Tuesdays in Spanish following the 6:30 p.m. Mass.
Spring Adult Retreat 2010
Written by Laura Kellerman
Monday, March 8, 2010 at 12:50 PM
"GOD LOVES YOU IMMENSELY"
There will be a Lenten retreat for adults in Dallas March 27-28. The theme of the retreat is "God loves you immensely." Worked into the program is time for reflection, as well as Mass celebrated together both days.
Registration opens Friday after dinner, and the retreat program begins Saturday morning at 8:30 a.m. The program concludes Sunday at 1:30 p.m., following lunch.
The cost of the retreat is $95, which includes meals and two nights' lodging. Please bring towels and linens. RSVPs are requested by March 20, and registration can be payed at the retreat. Click here to RSVP online.
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or call one of the following Focolare centers:
The Focolare Movement - The Work of Mary
on the first anniversary of the death of its founder
Chiara Lubich
Invites you to a Mass to be celebrated thanking God
for the extraordinary gift of her charism and her life
Arkansas, New Mexico, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Texas, Colorado
The all-day retreat included meditation, moments of silent reflection, sharing and games. 
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