Our Lady of the Angels Church 2014 Annual Mass for Unborn Children Sunday, January 19 at 9 AM Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral The Most Rev. Thomas J. Olmsted, Bishop of Phoenix, will be celebrant and homilist at a special Mass for the Unborn Children at 9 AM on Sunday, January 19, at Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral--6371 N. 27th Avenue, Phoenix. At this Mass, Bishop Olmsted will also pray the recently published Catholic Blessing for a Child in the Womb over any a ending pregnant women, their child in the womb, and fathers who would like their child blessed. Please come and celebrate this special Liturgy for Life! As this is also the Diocesan weekly TV Mass, those unable to a end can view the Mass at www.faithandlifetv.com. 2014 If My People Arizona Prayer Rally for Life Sunday, January 19 from 2-3:15 PM Hosted by Arizona Right to Life Join thousands of your fellow Arizona ci zens and believers in the God of miracles as Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted will lead prayer along with other Valley-area Chris an leaders, and many Catholics will par cipate in the Sanc ty of Life Sunday Prayer Rally, hosted by Arizona Right to Life at Wesley Bolin Plaza in downtown Phoenix, next to the Arizona State Capitol. This prayer rally aims to follow the Biblical mandate to call upon God s mercy at all mes, and to give God the glory for leading us to a renewed American culture of life.
Franciscan Renewal Center-Classes, Workshops, Retreats Finding Peace in Our Hectic Lives January 31-February 2 Women Celebrating the Spirit A Weekend Retreat for Women Terry Hershey, Deacon Phil LoCascio, Larry Vuillemin, JD, Rev. Norm Douglas, Brian Kinzie Is there an imbalance in our lives? Explore the possibility of achieving balance in our lives whether retired or employed. Is there a disconnect between who we are in Christ and what we do in the world, paid or unpaid? Let s explore what may be disturbing our peace. Commuter retreat fee: $85 Double/per person: $135 Single: $200 Register: thecasa.org A Brush with God Thurs., February 20-Sun., February 23 Peter Pearson, Iconographer Join iconographer Peter Pearson as he walks you step-by-step through the start and completion of an icon and discusses topics such as: the development of iconography, the spirituality of creating an icon and praying with icons. No experience needed. Information & registration: www.thecasa.org. or 480-948-7460 Carole Whittaker, PhD Gloria Cuevas-Barnett February 7-9, 2014 During this retreat we will focus on the gifts of the Holy Spirit, especially on how our experience of the gifts of Love, Faith and Hope transform our ordinary lives. In our time together, we will share teaching and practices, prayer and ritual and engage in quiet reflection as well as conversation with each other. Empowering, wonderful and inspirational retreat. Instructors are passionate about living in the present. Beautiful process that brings women together in a safe and loving environment. Comments from 2011 Women s Retreat Carole Whittaker has taught classes, led retreats, offered individual spiritual direction and developed programs at the Casa in Christian spirituality. Gloria Cuevas-Barnett is Director of the Center for Development of Human Potential. She provides individual coaching and facilitates process work. Information and registration: thecasa.org or call 480-948-7460
Franciscan Renewal Center-Classes, Workshops, Retreats A Path to Creating Happiness, Harmony and Intimacy in Your Relationships Gabrielle Lawrence, PhD January 22 - March 5 Wednesdays, 7-9 pm What does it mean to love intentionally? How do we do it? Dr. Lawrence invites us to examine our core needs for love and attachment and to gain awareness of the part they play in making our relationships flourish or fail. Fee per person: $95 for 7 weeks Register at thecasa.org or call 480-948-7460 Catholics Can Come Home February 6 - March 20, 2014 Thursdays, 7:00-8:30 pm Franciscan Renewal Center This is a program for anyone who feels alienated or hurt by the church. \ There is no fee. For more information or to let us know you re coming please contact: Kathleen Garast at 480-483-3803 Or email Kathleen at: kgarast@aol.com June 4-16, 2014 Joe Schwab, OFM & Ann Kenyon, OSF Franciscan pilgrimage programs offer you an opportunity to deepen your personal relationship with God. Visit the major sanctuaries associated with Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi with pilgrimage leaders, Joe Schwab, OFM and Ann Kenyon, OSF. Your life will be enriched and transformed through participation in rituals, prayers, Eucharistic celebrations, historical visits and lectures. By journeying through their life stories, these two saints help us to fix our gaze on God. Full package prices include airfare, lodging, meals (except for a few), gratuities, all group entrance fees and all group transportation in Assisi and Rome. Departure from New York $3890 From Chicago $3925 Land Only $3000 (Single room + $350) Information/reservations: franciscanpilgrimages.com
Faith in Action Ministry More Words of Thanks From the Apache Catholic Community in San Carlos Your very generous donations put Christmas dinner on the table for over 100 families this Christmas season families who would have gathered to celibate with what little they had. May God bless you and your families as abundantly as you have blessed us. Thank you also for making it possible for us to purchase a van to pick up much needed items that are donated to the people in need on the reservation. Your support and generosity will make life a little better for families far into the future. God Bless you. Fr. Ignatius, Sr. Ruth Barbara and the San Carlos Apache Community ATTENTION - All Winter Visitors Are you looking for a way to get more connected to the Casa community and the wider Valley of the Sun? Consider joining the JustFaith Winter Visitors program. JustFaith empowers par cipants to develop a passion and thirst for a compassionate commitment to their church, community, and world. It prepares them for and energizes them in the work of social ministry. It has been used in over 1,800 parishes, churches, and organiza ons involving 30,000 people. Just Faith for Winter Visitors divides the 28-week program into two segments that can run from January May over a two year period. If you would be interested in learning more and a ending an informa on session, contact Pa Sills-Trausch at: socialconcerns@thecasa.org or call 480-948-7460 x130 Casa Builders Thank you for your generous contributions. They are credited towards making The Casa a full participating partner in Habitat. Until that status is achieved, St. Patrick s has generously invited us again to join with them in building a new home for a local family. Everybody is encouraged to attend the Wall Raising Ceremonies in 2 weeks on Jan 25. For more information attend the upcoming meeting or contact John or Patricia at: thecasahabitat@gmail.com Consider joining the Apache Fair Trade Crafting Ministry The Faith in Action Ministry continues to support the Apache Crafters in San Carlos and Whiteriver by selling their products in the Phoenix area. At the large December sale, more than $2,600 of merchandise was sold. However, most of the sales are smaller and take place at the FRC during the week and on Saturdays when there are large groups meeting at the Casa. Teams of 2-3 people work the regular sales. The shift is usually 3-4 hours in length. A couple of times a year, big sales are set up so the Casa community can shop. In order to offer these sales more often, we need more people to sell. In addition, we are looking at new ways to market the products. To be in this ministry you need to: Have a desire to learn the history of the Apache culture of crafting and use this knowledge to promote sales. Be able to set-up various craft sales and assist in braking down the displays at the close of the event. Be comfortable with monetary transactions. If you are interested, contact Patti Sills-Trausch at socialconcerns@thecasa.org or call x 130. We are hosting a gathering of all the Casa volunteers on Tuesday, Jan 21, from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Cassandra Jarles from Habitat s Central Arizona office will provide an overview of how Habitat for Humanity works and how we partner with them. Sign-up sheets for the upcoming build dates will be available.
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We Are Here for YOU... Schedule for Counseling Support Groups Monday: 6:30pm-8pm: Divorce & Separation/Relationship Endings Tuesday: 5:30pm-7pm: Grief Support Group 6:30pm-8pm: Depression Support Group Wednesday:6:30pm-8pm: Gestalt Therapy Support Group An appointment is not required for the support groups listed above. Individual sessions are available mornings, afternoons and evenings, Monday through Friday, and require an appointment. To make an appointment, please call the Counseling Ministry at 480-948-7460, ext. 133 between the hours of 8:30am and 12 Noon. If you know of someone who is looking for help, answers, guidance or just needs someone to listen, please suggest our counseling ministry. We welcome all who are interested in attending. Judith McHale, MA, LPC, Director of Counseling Ministry Meetings at the Casa We host non-profit groups from all over the world. Hosting these groups subsidizes many of our other ministries at the Casa and keeps our program and retreat fees affordable. We would appreciate it if you would refer any groups, churches, non-profits or government entities to: Sue Force, Director of Meetings and Conference Ministry, sue@thecasa.org or 480.948.7460 x173. Visit us on our new Casameetings website at www.casameetings.org View the new Google Virtual Tour. This tour takes you on a walk of the campus. It begins at the front entrance, shows the church and gift shop, Palm Court, Father Owen Room, Perricone Plaza, Room 28, Tekakwitha and the Guadalupe Shrine. This tour will give you an idea of all the amenities that are awaiting you and your group at your next meeting. Coming Up In January... January 20-24 * Eparchy of Our Lady of Lebanon January 22 * Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction & Relaxation January 23 * Phoenix Baptist Family Medicine January 24-26 * Sacred Heart Women s Retreat January 24-25 * Friends of Jung January 25-31 * Arrow Leadership January 27-31 * Clergy Leadership Institute
Franciscan Renewal Center Community Bulletin Board How to Submit your Bulletin Information: Mail to: Bulletin Editor Franciscan Renewal Center 5802 E. Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85253 Drop Off: At the front desk (Attn: Bulletin) Fax: 480.948.2325 Nanny: My name is Elsa and I m looking for a family to be with as a full time nanny. I have tons of experience and excellent references. I m CPR and First Aid certified, speak Spanish, and I m able to drive. I can be reached at 602-367-3924. Looking to Rent: Mature woman hoping to find a cottage like home, or guest house to rent. Non-smoker, 1 small dog (14lbs., house trained). Completing my BSP; certified MBW diplomat program attained. Pamela Keller Hallows 480-794- 1968 home, 480-395-5458 cell. The Casa may publish requests in this space but it does not reflect our endorsement or knowledge of the people submitting the information. We reserve the right to edit all submissions. Books and Blessings ~a bookstore and spiritual boutique~ Our store features books and gifts to delight the body, mind and spirit. We offer handcrafted works by local artists and fair trade crafters from around the world. We are especially delighted to showcase the work of Apache artisans from Arizona. If you're a fan of print books, our collection runs the gamut from the classics to the latest in all things spiritual prayer, personal growth, saints and popular Christian writers of today and long ago. Monday-Friday 10-2 ~ Saturday 10-6:30 ~ Sunday 8:30-2 & 5:30-8:30 Are you Single? The Casa Single Adult Ministry for anyone 21-101 years old looking for a place to share their faith with other singles. Whether you were never married, are divorced or widowed, this is a group for spiritual men and women who desire to share there journey with like-minded people of faith. We gather once a month for fun and fellowship. In addition to our meetings here at the Casa, members often organize outside activities as well to keep the group connected. We meet at 6:00pm on the 2nd Friday of every month. Please join us at our next meeting on February 14, 2014. For more information or to be added to the groups email list, contact spiritualsinglesouls@gmail.com and a member AZ Males A group inspired by the teachings of Fr. Richard Rohr OFM, meets at 5:30pm on the last Wednesday of each month. The discussions are typically centered on one of Fr. Richard s teachings and philosophy. Please feel free to join us at our next meeting on January 29, 2014. Check for meeting details at www.azmalespirituality.com. Casa Men s Faith Sharing Group Casa men get together to share their faith journey on the 2 nd Wednesday of the month at 7PM.Meeting rooms vary, so stop by the front desk for directions. Mark your calendar : our next meeting is Wednesday, February 12, 2014. Plan to join us. The Casa Rosary Ministry The Casa Rosary Ministry was introduced in May 2010, and meets at 6pm Monday through Friday in the Meditation Chapel. Divine Mercy is held on Friday night at 5:45pm followed by the Rosary at 6pm. The vision is to deliver a Rosary experience that is profoundly moving, uplifting, and unique to help increase our relationship with Jesus Christ and to increase reverence to our Blessed Mother. This is a ministry for the wellbeing of others and the world. The goal is to honor Our Blessed Mother and the Life of Jesus with a meditative and contemplative approach to each prayer. The Casa Prayer Partners is a gathering of peoples petitioning prayers and praying for our human family. Please join us in this prayer ministry! Contact CasaPrayerPartners@gmail.com Once a prayer partner you will receive a daily e-mail with prayer petitions from a network of people. At times there are many petitions and may seem overwhelming at first, we encourage you to begin simple and trust. Growth is inevitable as we lift up our hearts in prayer Please contact us if you would like to make recurring dona ons through your debit or credit card. Thank You for your generous hearts. Contact our office at lora@thecasa.org.
Did you know someone needs blood every two seconds, and one pint of blood can save three lives? Schedule your appointment online for our next blood drive Sunday February 9th. www.bloodhero.com. Sponsor code: Franciscan. If you donated whole blood at our December blood drive, you are eligible to donate February 9 th. Gifted and Called Retreat A Retreat for Gay and Lesbian Christians Friday, February 28 Sunday, March 2 Tricia Hoyt; Peter Kirwin, OFM; Norbert Zwickl This is our 15th annual retreat for anyone who iden fies as gay or lesbian and who claims Chris anity as their religion of choice. We invite you to par cipate along with other members of the faith community or, if you are looking for a faith community, come and join us. This is an opportunity to take me for yourself and God make new friends and feel the warm, generous welcome from the Franciscans and the Casa community. You are also a child of God, gifted and called for a purpose in God s design. It is deplorable that homosexual persons have been and are the object of violent malice in speech or in action. Such treatment deserves condemnation from the Church s pastors wherever it occurs. ~United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Retreat, including meals: $130; with lodging $215 single, $165 double/per person. Check-in: Friday 5 pm; social 5:30 pm; dinner 6 pm. Retreat ends Sunday, 1 pm.
Sunday 7:30am 9:00am 9:00am 5:00pm January 19, 2014 Second Sunday in Ordinary Time This Week at the Casa: Connect with us online: wwww.thecasa.org RCIA Breaking Open the Word Straight Talk Theology Twitter: @TheCasaFRC Casa Children s Celebration Hogan s Heroes Facebook.com/TheCasaFRC Monday 6:00pm Rosary 6:30pm Divorced and Separated 6:30pm T ai Chi 6:30pm RCIA Catechetical Planning 6:30pm Faith in Action Team Meeting Tuesday 11:00am Water From Rock 5:30pm Grief Support Group 6:00pm Rosary 6:30pm Depression Support Group 6:30pm Engaging Spirituality 7:00pm RCIA Catechetical Session 7:00pm Water From Rock 7:00pm Choir Rehearsal Wednesday 10:00am Arizona Bible Class 6:00pm Rosary 6:00pm The Art of Intentional Loving 6:30pm Compassionate Communication 6:30pm Gestalt Therapy Support Group Youtube.com/TheCasaFRC Scan the above QR code with your smartphone and immediately be connected with our website! Readings and Mass Intentions January 19 25, 2014 Today: Is 49:3, 5-6; Ps 40:2, 4, 7-10; 1 Cor 1:1-3; Jn 1:29-34 Pro-Populo 7:30am Tom Mehen 9:15am Charles (Chuck) Weber 11:00am Mark Quintana 7:00pm Monday: 1 Sm 15:16-23; Ps 50:8-9, 16bc-17, 21, 23; Mk 2:18-22 Mary Kay Mangone 7:00am Tuesday 1 Sm 16:1-13; Ps 89:20-22, 27-28; Mk 2:23-28 Jean Thilman 7:00am Thursday 9:30am 12:30pm 6:00pm 6:00pm Friday 5:45pm Saturday 3:30pm 3:45pm 5:00pm 6:00pm Daughters of Eve The Casa Board of Directors Meeting Franciscan Action Circle Rosary Divine Mercy Chaplet Children s Dance Rehearsal Vision Summit RCIA Breaking Open the Word Gifted and Called Faithsharing Group Wednesday 1 Sm 17:32-33, 37, 40-51; Ps 144:1b, 2, 9-10; Mk 3:1-6 Mark Quintana 7:00am Thursday: 1 Sm 18:6-9; 19:1-7; Ps 56:2-3, 9-13; Mk 3:7-12 Joseph Slattery 7:00am Friday: 1 Sm 24:3-21; Ps 57:2-4, 6, 11; Mk 3:13-19 William French 7:00am Saturday: Acts 22:3-16 or Acts 9:1-22; Ps 117:1bc, 2; Mk 16:15-18 May Skelly 7:00am Thomas and Jean Simmons 50th Anniversary 5:00pm Next Is 8:23--9:3; Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14; 1 Cor 1:10-13, 17; Sunday: Mt 4:12-23 [12-17] The intentions listed here will be the intentions of the priest and will not be announced to the gathered assembly.