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While the Church is often associated primarily with institutional structures, at its foundation it is a mutual relationship between Christ as its Head, and those who have been called (ecclesia) to be members of his Body. This 4-day course will present the major themes found in key documents about the Church, examining the various ways that we experience being Christ’s Church as well as the vision of the Church we are called to become. (16 total clock hours). If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis at (512) 949-2464.

June 17 - 19 at Cedarbrake Retreat Center. The Spiritual Exercises are a weekend silent retreat for women 16+ with spiritual talks and time for personal meditation. These retreats are preached by the priests of Miles Christi, according to the method and the principles of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Apart from the spiritual talks and time for prayer, each day there will also be Holy Mass, Holy Rosary, and opportunity for confessions. June 17-19: The Spiritual Exercises, a weekend silent retreat for women over the age of 16, will be offered at Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center in Temple. This retreat retreats are preached by the priests of Miles Christi, according to the method and the principles of St. Ignatius of Loyola and include spiritual talks and time for personal meditation. Each day will also include Mass, praying the rosary and the opportunity for confessions. Register: www.mileschristi.org/event/temple-tx-2.

June 19: A Catholic Father’s Day Waco Eucharistic Procession and rosary rally will begin at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Parish in Waco. During 2021, the Year of St. Joseph, the Guardian of the Holy Family, Catholic families are invited to this Eucharistic procession to proclaim Jesus Christ, to honor St. Joseph and to strengthen Catholic fathers for their mission to be sacrificial leaders, protectors and providers for their families. Details: pastor@stmarys-waco.org or (254) 753-0146.

To live a Christian moral life is to respond to the gift of God’s love. This 4-day course will explore the nature of that response by examining key themes and dimensions of Christian morality, both from a personal and a social/communal perspective. Participants will be invited to reflect on their own experience as Christian moral persons. (16 total clock hours). If you have questions, please contact the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis at (512) 949-2464.

To live a Christian moral life is to respond to the gift of God’s love. This 4-day course will explore the nature of that response by examining key themes and dimensions of Christian morality, both from a personal and a social/communal perspective. Participants will be invited to reflect on their own experience as Christian moral persons. (16 total clock hours). If you have questions, please contact the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis at (512) 949-2464.

To live a Christian moral life is to respond to the gift of God’s love. This 4-day course will explore the nature of that response by examining key themes and dimensions of Christian morality, both from a personal and a social/communal perspective. Participants will be invited to reflect on their own experience as Christian moral persons. (16 total clock hours). If you have questions, please contact the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis at (512) 949-2464.

To live a Christian moral life is to respond to the gift of God’s love. This 4-day course will explore the nature of that response by examining key themes and dimensions of Christian morality, both from a personal and a social/communal perspective. Participants will be invited to reflect on their own experience as Christian moral persons. (16 total clock hours). If you have questions, please contact the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis at (512) 949-2464.

The Office of Evangelization and Catechesis is beginning a ten-session course that focuses on the RCIA vision, periods, and rites. Presented virtually twice each month from May through September, this study will provide those who serve or are considering serving in the RCIA ministry an opportunity to deepen their knowledge, share experiences, and understand the essential role of the parish community in forming new disciples for Christ. For more information, please contact the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis at (512) 949-2464.

Quo Vadis is a weekend away from the distractions and lies so that you can discover Whose you are and the greatness for which you were made.

¡Conoce la belleza de la Eucaristía! El último viernes del mes comenzando a las 7:30 PM Rosario y 8 PM Misa Inter-parroquial. Jóvenes adultos comparten el Pan de Vida con alegría en parroquial local. (Live) por la página de Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/pjhaustin . Comunícate con Yazmin Mani, yazmin-mani@austindiocese.org office o 512-949-2466

Sacred Heart Parish in Lott will host a Barbecue Cook Off and Picnic June 26-27 on the parish grounds. Check-in for the cook off begins at 5 p.m. on June 26, with judging starting the next morning at 9. Plates (dine in or to go) will be served beginning at 11 a.m. On Sunday there will games for all ages, a general store and a live auction. Details: Glen Dutton: 512-740-6952; Michael Willberg 254-697-1834 Kevin Fikes 254-721-9783

Sts. Cyril and Methodius Parish in Granger will host the annual Fried Chicken Dinner June 27 via drive-through from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The option to dine in will be available at 11 a.m. and last until plates are sold out. Plates are $10 each and include chicken, green beans and noodles.

St. Joseph in Elk will host its annual Picnic June 27 beginning at 11 a.m. Brisket will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for $12 per plate. The auction will begin at 1 p.m. Other activities include games for children, a jewelry booth and a country store. Elk is 13 miles east of Waco off Hwy. 84.

Sacred Heart Parish in Lott will host its Parish Picnic Sunday June 27. Barbecue plates will be served beginning at 11 a.m. for $10 each. Activities include a live auction, games and general store. There will also be a barbecue cook-off Saturday, June 26, with judging on Sunday.

The Austin Council of Catholic Women (Austin DCCW) will host their annual convention June 28-29 in the Parish Hall of St. Luke Parish in Temple. The theme is "Joyfully Caring for God's Creation," and the convention will feature guest speakers discussing several great, timely topics. Bishop Joe Vásquez will celebrate Mass on June 28 at 4 p.m. at St. Luke Parish, and will then attend the evening banquet at 6 p.m. Details: Liz Ellis 325-248-4095 or planoellis@aol.com. austindiocesancouncilofcatholicwomen.org

These are adult formation classes open to all those in ministry and anyone with the desire to learn more about the faith. This five session program offers a general introduction to the theological principles found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Topics include Introduction to Scripture, Creed, Liturgy and Sacraments, Christian Morality and Prayer/Spirituality. (30 hour course). If you have questions, please contact the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis at (512) 949-2464.

These are adult formation classes open to all those in ministry and anyone with the desire to learn more about the faith. This five session program offers a general introduction to the theological principles found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Topics include Introduction to Scripture, Creed, Liturgy and Sacraments, Christian Morality and Prayer/Spirituality. (30 hour course). If you have questions, please contact the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis at (512) 949-2464.

En el mundo actual, los niños y jóvenes viven en una era tecnológica saturada por los medios de comunicación como el Internet, YouTube, Google y mensajes de texto. Su “mundo” está a menudo muy alejado de la realidad de los maestros y catequistas parroquiales, y sus experiencias con la tecnología y medios de comunicación están alterando su proceso de aprendizaje, especialmente en la formación de fe. Este curso explora los principios básicos del uso efectivo de las nuevas tecnologías en la enseñanza de la fe católica. Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con la Oficina de Evangelización y Catequesis al (512) 949-2464.

These are adult formation classes open to all those in ministry and anyone with the desire to learn more about the faith. This five session program offers a general introduction to the theological principles found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Topics include Introduction to Scripture, Creed, Liturgy and Sacraments, Christian Morality and Prayer/Spirituality. (30 hour course). If you have questions, please contact the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis at (512) 949-2464.