IN HIS PRESENCE Experience the joy, peace, love and healing that only He can give.

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1 CCRCC CHARISMATIC CONFERENCE OCTOBER 18, 19 & 20, 2013 IN HIS PRESENCE Experience the joy, peace, love and healing that only He can give. October 18, 19 & 20, 2013 The DoubleTree Hotel 1909 Spring Road Oak Brook, Illinois Sponsored by Catholic Charismatic Renewal Center for Chicago

2 Join us for this life transforming weekend as we gather in the power of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit to learn His ways and... Bask IN HIS PRESENCE The fullness of joy. Psalm 16:11 Come to the knowledge and power of His gifts IN HIS PRESENCE to Extend your hand to heal. Acts 4:29 Transforming our lives, our families, churches and this world, IN HIS PRESENCE. Go and make disciples. Matthew 28:19-20 And HIS PRESENCE shall go with us and give us rest. Exodus 33:14

3 Enjoy a spirit-filled weekend of praise and worship, Holy Mass celebrated by Francis Cardinal George, teachings by anointed and gifted speakers, powerful testimonies and healing ministry. Cardinal Francis George is the first Chicago native to become Archbishop of Chicago. Installed in May, 1997, he arrived by way of the west coast, where he had spent less than a year as Archbishop of Portland, Oregon, and five years as Bishop of Yakima, Washington. He is the thirteenth Ordinary of Chicago since its establishment as a diocese in The northwest side native, a member of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate, is the sixth Cardinal to lead the Chicago Archdiocese s 2.3 million Catholics. He has assumed a prominent position among U.S. bishops, serving as the President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops from 2007 to His pastoral leadership encompasses international and national audiences. Fr. John Harvey is the Liaison to Cardinal George and the pastor of St. Mary Queen of Apostles Church in Riverdale, IL. Intending to become a lawyer, he entered Ohio State University, College of Law, but became ill and had to withdraw from school. While at home, he sensed a call to ministry. Fr. John received a Master of Divinity degree from the Chicago Theological Seminary; entered Mundelein Seminary and was ordained in Fr. John says, I have been involved in the Charismatic Renewal for all of my priesthood. I believe profoundly in the work of the Spirit in our times, and I believe that the Renewal is an answer to the crisis of the lack of participation in our church today. Fr. Alex Ojacor was born in Uganda, East Africa in 1967 and was ordained a Catholic Priest in He holds a doctorate Degree in Research Methodology and Religious Studies. Father Alex has been blessed with a Healing Ministry which is internationally recognized. He was appointed by the Bishops to be the National Spiritual Director of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal in Uganda, which includes over 1,200 prayer groups throughout the entire 19 diocese. This ministry has taken him throughout the world. In previous years, the standing-room only crowds have been a testament to his exceptional skills as an orator and homilist. Fr. Donald Eruaga is a Nigerian Missionary Priest who was ordained in He has served in various dioceses throughout Nigeria, Liberia, and the United States. After attending many Charismatic programs in Nigeria, he heeded the call of the Holy Spirit and committed himself to encourage the growth of the Charismatic Renewal. He has followed the lead of the Lord to carry out his mission here in the United Sates and is serving as Pastor of St. Killian Church in Chicago. He has enthusiastically welcomed a home Charismatic prayer group back into his parish and is devoted to encourage their spiritual growth and develop their charismatic community. Mark Nimo was born in 1964 in Ghana, West Africa. He became involved in the Charismatic Renewal early on in his life. After his life changing transformation, he has earned both undergrad and graduate degrees in Education, Economics, and Pastoral Studies. He has received discipleship training at the ICPE-Malta and has since pioneered and directed an evangelization school for 11 years. Mark has ministered in 37 countries and spent 2 years ministering to AIDS patients in Uganda. Mark leads music worship and loves youth ministry.

4 Living Praise is a Music Ministry Worship Team founded on the call to worship the Lord through song and praise. We strive to bring an inspiring spirit of worship wherever we sing, inviting all to become living praise for the Lord with us. The group s formal ministry began in 2000 providing worship for women s conferences at Franciscan University of Steubenville. Since then, Living Praise has ministered to over 30,000 people at revivals, retreats, and conferences across the US and we have had the privilege to serve internationally as well. Pictured from left: Karen Herrmann, Anne Recznik, Lisa Ledyard, Karen Jedrzejewski and Susan Potvin DINNER WITH DREW On Saturday, October 19, 2013, Drew Mariani, host of The Drew Mariani Show on Relevant Radio, a current events and news driven program that reaches listeners with down-to-earth sensibility, sharp insight, good humor and intelligence will join us for prayer and dinner. Tackling the hottest issues of the day, Drew and his guests blend reality with strong Catholic values complemented by sound orthodox teaching. Drew will lead the Divine Mercy Chaplet at 3:00 pm during the conference. Drew will also be our special guest speaker at a separate fund-raising dinner for CCRCC on Saturday evening at 5:30 pm, where he will inspire us. Energize your drive with Drew daily! Join Drew for dinner on October 19, 2013 and experience life as you ve never heard it. HOTEL REGISTRATION For the discounted conference room rate of $99.00 plus tax per night (available to October 1), call the DoubleTree Hotel reservations at It is important to specifically ask for the Catholic Charismatic Renewal Conference special rate. Hotel reservation staff may not be familiar with the name, CCRCC. Reservations may also be made on the CCRCC web site, www. ChicagoRenewal.org; go to the 2013 Charismatic Conference page and click on the DoubleTree Hotel link. Local area restaurants provide many affordable menu choices. Parking is available at no charge. CONFERENCE SCHEDULE The DoubleTree by Hilton - Oakbrook 1909 Spring Road Oak Brook, Illinois Friday, October 18, 2013 ~ 7:00 pm - General Session Teaching - Mark Nimo and Susan Potvin and Living Praise Saturday, October 19, 2013 ~ 8:45 am - General Session Teaching - Fr. Donald Eruaga Eucharistic Celebration - Celebrant and Homilist, Cardinal Francis George Divine Mercy Chaplet - Drew Mariani Teaching - Fr. Alex Ojacor Teaching - Fr. John Harvey Healing Service - Fr. John Harvey Sunday, October 20, 2013 ~ 9:00 am - General Session Teaching - Susan Potvin Closing Eucharistic Celebration - Celebrant and Homilist, Fr. John Harvey

5 CONFERENCE REGISTRATION (Please print) name (Last / First) spouse (If attending) Children (attending) home phone work address city state zip Please register early, seating is limited. Registration Fees Conference pricing schedule (Check appropriate item.) Single Married Robin - deadline, September 30, 2013 u $75.00 u $ Regular - after September 30, 2013 u $90.00 u $ Under 18 years u $10.00 Young Adults years u $30.00 Friday night worship and praise events only u $25.00 Have you registered for your hotel room? Yes u No u u I wish to donate $ for those not able to afford the registration fees. Conference refunds must be requested in writing and be received postmarked on or before October 4. A cancellation fee of $10 per person will be deducted. Please register me for the DINNER WITH DREW u $50.00 per person Please send form with check to: CCRCC 816 Marengo Avenue Forest Park, Illinois 60130