Be a Lifelong Disciple of Jesus
Christ the Good Shepherd Catholic Community & St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church,
Spring, Texas
 
Proudly Presents

Year of the Family
“Stay With Us”
 
As we strive to promote the health and holiness of Catholic families, our parishes are jointly hosting programs and activities to nurture your family life both at the parish and at home. Activities include: 
 
Role of the Family in the Modern World
Family “Holy Hour” with the Blessed Sacrament
Enriching and fulfilling take-home activities
Pornography Awareness for Parents
How to Pray with the Bible
Advent Prayer Service & Dinner
How to Plan a Catholic Funeral
Reclaiming Family Dinner
Creating Pure Hearts in the Home
Family Retreat
 
And many more!
 
For more information & the latest offerings, visit our parish websites:
www.cgscc.church and www.ignatiusloyola.org

 Lifelong Faith Formation for Adults
Thursday Talks in the Church After the 7:00pm Mass
“Stay With Us” Encountering Jesus In Everyday Life
Our summer series of talks after Thursday evening Mass were very well received, so we are continuing them.
We will cover many topics of concern in today’s world. This is not a series; each talk is complete in itself. Our priests, deacons, and knowledgeable lay catechists will lead the presentation and discussion.
Join us when you can, and please suggest topics you would like to have presented.

October           24       
Fr. Innocent--The Three Hands of Holiness
Living a good life is simple. It's not always easy, but the "how to" is not complicated. Hear Fr. Innocent's simple message on how to live in a holy way.

November       14       
Greg Bower--How to Evangelize Your Own Family
As those of us who work for the Church know--sometimes the hardest people to evangelize are members of your own family. Some of us do our best and some just give up. What are some ways you can share the Good News of Jesus Christ with the people you love the most?

November       21         
Fr. James--Topic to be announced.
If it's Fr. James, you know it's going to be good!

Experience the Joy of following Christ
Follow Me: Meeting Jesus in the Gospel of St. John

Mondays, 7:00-8:30pm BEGINNING September 16
Room B 211 in the Parish Life Center
For assistance, see our receptionist desk.
 
Led by Deacon Mark Clancy
Assisted by Irena Pavlovic
Following Christ takes more than simply believing in him or doing what he asks of us. Jesus wants you to be more than just a believer — He wants you to be his disciple and friend. Follow Me: Meeting Jesus in the Gospel of John is your guide to a personal encounter with Christ. As the Good Shepherd, Jesus seeks after us. He comes to meet us and beckons us to follow him. He calls us to be his disciples, to trust him, to open ourselves to his merciful love, and to love others as he has loved us. Follow Me invites you to experience the joy of a renewed friendship with Christ. See how God, and only God, can satisfy the deepest desires of your heart.

See all the videos and materials for this and many other great programs available for FREE to our parishioners through our parish-sponsored service called Formed. Go to our parish website: cgscc.church/adult-faith-formation, scroll down to the bottom of the page, and follow the simple instructions to learn and grow in your faith!
USE OUR CHURCH CODE, WXF2JZ
 
Hard copy books for our Monday evening program are $20.00. If you have difficulty covering the cost, please Deacon Mark know.
No one should avoid attending just because of the cost!

 
Learn how to Pray with the Bible
Sundays Beginning September 22
4:40—5:40pm & 6:10-7:40pm (repeated)
Room A 206-208 in the Parish Activity Center
For assistance, see our receptionist desk.
 
The simple method we will use is called Lectio Divina (Latin words meaning "Divine Reading"). It is a traditional way of praying with bible reading, helping us to know and love God’s living Word and experience the power of what God can do in our lives. Unlike bible study, it is not a theological analysis of biblical passages but instead viewing them with our Lord Jesus Christ to better understand their meaning. This form of meditative prayer leads us to deeper relationship with Jesus.
It is done in four steps: read; meditate; pray; contemplate. First a passage of scripture is read, then its meaning is reflected upon. This is followed by prayer and reflecting on the Word of God. Whenever possible, we will also use beautiful artwork related to the Scripture passages we are reading.
 

What Do I Get to Take to Heaven?
Presented by Linda Thomas
Fridays after the 9:00 am Mass until 11:30 am
No registration--come when you can; leave when you must!
Heaven is our ultimate goal and destiny, but how do we know if we’re working toward the things that get us there? Learn how to prepare yourself for the home God has waiting for you.

Grief Share-Bereavement Ministry
Grief Share is a very good program for people who are working through all kinds of grief and loss in their lives, particularly the loss of a loved one. People process grief in different ways; this process is designed to help the believer find comfort, healing, and peace.

Bereavement Ministry is looking for men and women to facilitate our ongoing Grief Share Program.  The purpose of this ministry is to support those are grieving the loss of a loved one. The program is easy to follow and helps give new life and hope to those who suffer painful loss. The only requirement is that you have personally experienced the loss of a family member or close friend and have empathy for those who are currently grieving.  Training is provided by working with experienced facilitators. If you are interested in serving or would like additional information, please call Jim Grose or Jean Sanfelippo at 832-698-2783
or James Gross 281.309.2712.

Tuesday, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Presented by the Consecrated Women of Regnum Christi

Wisdom for Woman
"The world needs what we are."  Edith Stein

Join us for this unique opportunity to be restored in God's abiding love.  Come to one or all of the presentations.  If you like, bring your bible and your journal or something to write on. 

Gathering Dates & Topics
October 8: Generosity:  A Woman's Giving Heart
October 22:  Sensitivity: A Woman's Sensitive Heart
November 12:  Nurturing: A Woman's Loving Hear

Childcare is offered by arrangement in advance. Please contact Sandy Krzes at
281-376-6831 ext. 326 so we can plan for your child’s care.  Walk-ins are accepted as space is available. Donations to offset the cost of providing this service are appreciated. 

For more information on this and other activities for adults, contact Ivana T. Meshell, M.A., Director of Lifelong Faith Formation & Evangelization imeshell@cgscc.church    *    346.236.6459

About Regnum Christi
Regnum Christi is an international movement of Catholics with 70,000 members in 45 countries, both lay, and clergy, living out the vocation to be modern-day missionaries, endeavoring—like the first Christians—to bring others to Christ and his Church. Regnum Christi is a call from God to live a Christ-centered life in a self-centered world and to invite others to do the same, fully living life’s purpose. It is a concrete way to respond to the Pope’s urgent call for a new evangelization of the world. 

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