FAITH CIRCLES 2017-2018 New for Fall! All are welcome at any time A BIBLICAL WALK THROUGH THE MASS Starting Sundays September 17 th 10:45a-12p Location TBA A Biblical Walk Through the Mass By Dr. Edward Sri Based on the revised translation of the Mass, this five-part program takes participants on an exciting tour of the Liturgy as it explores the biblical roots of the words and gestures we experience at Mass and explains their profound significance. See, perhaps for the first time, why we say what we say and do what we do every week at Mass. The words and gestures will be seen in a new light, giving new life to the liturgical experience. Watch Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psk4qsq_wci Contact Tom and Deborah Andry egr2rst@hotmail.com

SEVEN DEADLY SINS SEVEN LIVELY VIRTUES Two circles to choose from Starting Monday September 11 th 10-11:30a (Home of Melissa Leclair -1909 Brightwaters Blvd Ne) Or Starting Thursday Sept 14 TH 12:30-2p (Home of Kristen Leary 1986 Carolina Cir Ne) A DEEP LOOK AT SIN AND VIRTUE Join Bishop Robert Barron for this engaging presentation concerning the seven deadly sins, those great spiritual blocks that inhibit our flourishing in relationship with God and one another. Based on Dante s writings, the seven deadly sins correspond to the seven levels of Dante s Mt. Purgatory. Pride, envy, anger, sloth, gluttony, avarice, and lust are all presented as patterns of dysfunction within us that lead to unhappiness. Bishop Barron shows us how to counteract these seven sinful with the seven lively virtues." The seven lively virtues offer antidotes to each sin and help set us on the right path to healing and happiness. Watch Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z40vgwjosci Contact mleclair1909@gmail.com for Monday Circle Contact floridalearys@tampabay.rr.com for Thursday Circle

IGNATIUS SPIRITUAL EXERCISES Starting Tuesday Sept 12 th 8:45a-9:30a Room A This Circle will highlight St Ignatius of Loyola s Rules for Discernment. Utilizing resources from Fr. Timothy Gallagher and small group dialogue-you will grow to understand St. Ignatius Rules for Discernment and how their insights are invaluable for our spiritual growth today. By integrating the Rules and the experience of contemporary people, Fr. Gallagher shows the precision, clarity, and insight of these Rules. This circle is for all who desire greater awareness of God's action in their daily spiritual lives, and is valuable for all. This follows daily mass which in combination will truly set your day on the right track. Contact Mike Fay- firepoint@aol.com

LECTIO -PETER Starting Tuesday Sept 12 th 3:00 pm Home of Joanne Leahey 1365 Snell Isle Blvd Ne The character of St. Peter is both inspiring and confounding to many of us. How could a stubborn and impulsive fisherman become the "rock" upon which Jesus would build his Church? Bringing together biblical accounts, historical evidence, Church teaching, classical art, and personal insights, Dr. Tim Gray gives a fresh perspective on Simon Peter that is immediately informative and relevant to our lives. After all, if Jesus could bring out the very best in someone like Peter, then there is hope for the rest of us. Contract Marie Gregg magregg@tampabay.rr.com TRAILER https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ggjiigadaty

RESISTING HAPPINESS STARTING TUESDAY SEPT 12 TH 7:00 pm Three groups to choose from- MEN S GROUP with Fr Kevin (Rotating homes) or Home of Donna Waechter-(400 Beach Dr Ne #604) Home of Idalmis Rodriguez (1088 45 th Av Ne) We all know the things that will make us happy, but we don t always do them. Why? We re resistant. With his signature combination of the profound and the practical, New York Times bestselling author Matthew Kelly helps you learn why we sabotage ourselves, feel overwhelmed, set aside our dreams, and lack the courage to simply be ourselves... and how to start choosing happiness again. Resisting Happiness will inspire you to break through resistance so you can become the-best-version-of-yourself and start living with passion and purpose. Contact Circle 1 Mike Fay for men s group firepoint@aol.com Circle 2 Circle 3 Donna Waechter dwaecht1@tampabay.rr.com Idalmis Rodriguez or Carol Irwin TRAILER http://dynamiccatholic.com/resisting-happiness/

PLEASE NOTE Idalmis and Kelly circles undecided at this time STARTING TUESDAY SEPT 12 TH 7:00 PM Home of Idalmis Rodriguez 1088 45 th Ave Ne STARTING WEDNESDAY SEPT 13 TH 7:00 PM Home of Kelly Bermudez OPENING THE WORD STARTING THURSDAY SEPT 14 TH 9:30-11a (Home of Carolann Bates 2079 Montana Ave Ne) Welcome to OPENING THE WORD, a Circle offering prayer and insights for the Sunday readings. Featuring a variety of experienced presenters including Dr. Tim Gray, Mary Healy, Scott Powell, Dr. Edward Sri, and Ben Akers, the circle includes video and small group discussion to lead you to a closer relationship to God hearing him in the day to day events of life. Preparation for upcoming Sunday readings is emphasis. Contact Carolann Bates batescadr@tampabay.rr.com