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The Catholic Parishes in Waterloo
Adult Formation, Education and Spiritual Growth Opportunities

Bulletin Board
Week of March 7-13, 2009
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Faith Alive
Our weekly adult education feature, published in cooperation with The Witness.
This week's topic: The Beloved Son
Read the articles in the March 7 issue of The Witness.

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This Week

"A SPIRITUAL SAFARI" -- Monday, March 8. 6:30-8:15pm. School cafeteria, St. Edward Parish.  This is the third in a four-part Lenten enrichment series sponsored by the Catholic Parishes in Waterloo and presented by spiritual guides from Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center.   Open to adults and young adults of all ages who want to strengthen or deepen their spiritual life this Lent. No registration. No fee.  Previous attendance not required. Information at 319-234-9912 or online at:
www.waterloocatholics.org/adultfaith/lentjourney10.htm

IMMIGRATION RIGHTS -- Tuesday, March 9. 7:00pm. St. Stephen the Witness Catholic Student Center, Cedar Falls.  Dr. Erick Camayd-Freixas will address the relationship between "Immigrant Rights and American Values."  Dr. Camayd-Freixas was one of 26 interpreters hired by the government to assist workers arrested at the Agriprocessors plant in Postville in May 2008.  For information contact Sr. Kathleen Grace OSF at 319-504-9093.

"STEWARDSHIP OF THE EARTH" -- Wednesday, March 10. 6:30pm. Rectory classroom, Sacred Heart Parish.  This a six-week bible study experience examines the biblical foundation for environmental stewardship.  It combines personal reflection and group discussion in a way which leads to prayerful transformation and responsible action.  Sessions will meet on Wednesday evenings, March 10, 17, 24, 31 and April 7, 10.   There is a $15.00 book fee.
www.waterloocatholics.org/adultfaith/earth.htm

FOR INACTIVE CATHOLICS -- Wednesday, March 10. 7:00pm Kimball Ridge Center, Waterloo.  The Catholic Parishes in Waterloo will sponsor a Listening Session for inactive, alienated, discouraged or former Catholics and Catholic Seekers.  This is an opportunity for anyone who wants to discuss their past, present or future relationship to the Catholic Church in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.
www.waterloocatholics.org/adultfaith/inactive.htm

"LENTEN LESSONS AND PRAYERS...A Musical Journey with Christ." Wednesday, March 10. 9:00pm. St. Stephen the Witness Catholic Student Center, Cedar Falls.  Agnus Dei Ministry performs this Lenten program of music and scripture which presents the story of the life, passion and death of Jesus.  Free and open to the public.  More information and a schedule of other local performances is available online at
www.waterloocatholics.org/agnusdei.htm

CONTEMPLATIVE DIMENSIONS OF THE GOSPEL -- Wednesday, March 10. 6:30-8:00pm. American Martyrs Retreat House, Cedar Falls.  This is the first in a series of four discussions March 10, 17, 24 and 31 sponsored by Contemplative Outreach of Northeast Iowa.  Each evening will include an hour of audiotape of a presentation by Fr. Thomas Keating OSCO, followed by reflection and discussion.  The topic for this week is our relationship to God.  To register call American Martyrs at 319-266-3543.

FINAL WISHES WORKSHOP -- Thursday, March 11. 1:30-3:30pm. Church hall (lower level), St. Edward Parish.  The Catholic Parishes in Waterloo and Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare will co-host a Final Wishes Workshop.  The workshop will help participants and family members examine the full range of medical, personal, emotional and spiritual issues which arise in a serious illness or at the end of life.  Participants will have an opportunity to complete a Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care.  No charge.  No registration required.
www.waterloocatholics.org/adultfaith/wishes.htm

BAPTISM PREPARATION -- Saturday, March 13. 9:30-11:30am.  Church Hall (lower level), St. Edward Parish.  This preparation program is for parents in the Waterloo parishes who are planning to baptize an infant or young children in the near future.  To register, please call the parish office in the parish where you are registered or attend.  Note:  The Catholic parishes do not baptize infants and children during Lent, except in case of an emergency.
www.waterloocatholics.org/adultfaith/baptism.htm

SINGLE MINGLE -- Saturday, March 13. 6:30-9:00pm. Junie's Restaurant, Elk Run Heights.  The Catholic Parishes in Waterloo will sponsor a Single Mingle for single adults ages 35 and older.  All single adults are welcome.
www.waterloocatholics.org/singles.htm

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Next Week

FAITH FORMATION CONFERENCE -- Dr. Edward P. Hahnenberg,  associate professor of theology at Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio, will be the featured speaker for the 2010 Iowa Faith Formation Conference March 14 and 15 in Ames.  “Ministry at the Margins—The Call to Serve Christ’s Mission” is the theme for this year’s conference, which focuses on new strategies and a renewed sense of spirituality which are needed to be active Christians in today’s society. 
www.iowafaithformation.org/

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More Opportunities in Lent

BUSY WORLD RETREAT -- This year's Busy World Lenten Retreat will take place March 21-28.  It will include daily reflections by the late Fr. M. Basil Pennington OCSO and a daily commentary by retired Archbishop Daniel Kucera OSB.  Individuals, couples and small groups may use this material in the privacy of their home, on their own schedule.  Participants may also share their personal reflections online and will have the option of sharing their retreat experience in a small group discussion at the conclusion of the retreat.  $5.00 registration fee.
www.waterloocatholics.org/adultfaith/busylent.htm

GUIDE TO CONFESSION -- "The Infrequent Catholic's Guide to Reconciliation and Confession" will be held on Sunday, March 21, 2:00-3:00pm in O'Hagan Hall at Sacred Heart Parish.  This opportunity is designed for Catholic adults and young adults who want to learn more about how and why Catholics celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation. 
www.waterloocatholics.org/adultfaith/confessionguide.htm

A schedule of Lenten and Holy Week services in the parishes is available online at:
www.waterloocatholics.org/schedule.htm

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Plan Ahead

BECOMING CATHOLIC -- The Catholic parishes in Waterloo welcome individuals and families who are interested in joining the Catholic Church.  An information meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 23, 6:30pm in St. Matthew Room (rectory basement) at St. Edward Parish.  The Rite of Christian Reception for adults who have been baptized, catechized and are practicing in another Christian denomination will begin on Tuesday, April 6, and meet for eight weeks. 
www.waterloocatholics.org/adultfaith/RCRA.htm

CANTERBURY FORUM -- Dr. Charlotte Wells, associate professor of history at UNI, will discuss "The Great Witch Craze" at the March Canterbury Forum on Sunday, March 21.  The preoccupation with "witches" in Christian society began in the late Middle Ages and culminated with the famous Salem witch trials in the United States.  The Forum begins at 7:00pm in Will Hall at St. Luke Episcopal Church in Cedar Falls.  It is free and open to the public.
www.canterburyforum.net

MEN'S CEW WEEKEND --    The Christian Experience Weekend is renewal experience designed for adult and young adult Christians who want to re-start or deepen their relationship to Jesus Christ and the Christian community.  It features witness talks, opportunities for discussion, prayer, and reflection, Reconciliation and Eucharist. The men's CEW Weekend will be held March 19-21 at Don Bosco High School in Gilbertville.  For information and registration, contact Cathy Reindl at 319-266-1562

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Online This Week
A selection of online opportunities for Catholic adults who wish to learn and grow.

WATCH...
…a video presentation of this week’s Gospel:
http://www.h2onews.org/english/50-gospel/22445388-gospel-for-sunday-march-7th-2010.html
…this week’s Vatican Report, pending sainthood for Pope John Paul II:
http://www.h2onews.org/english/48-in-the-world/22445389-vatican-report.html
...a U.S. Catholic interview with the president of the Catholic Health Association:
http://uscatholic.org/video/5-questions-sister-carol-keehan-dc-health-care-reform

THINK MORE ABOUT…
…learning to turn the other cheek:
http://www.bustedhalo.com/features/what-works-22-can-you-turn-the-other-cheek/
… “what every Catholic needs to know” about Catholic social teaching:
http://www.osv.com/tabid/7621/itemid/6085/In-Focus-What-Every-Catholic-Needs-to-Know-about.aspx
…the context for the new Roman Missal:
http://www.praytellblog.com/index.php/2010/03/02/the-genius-of-the-roman-rite-by-keith-pecklers-sj/
…Pope John Paul II’s theology of the laity:
http://www.acu.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0008/225395/Hai_Christifideles_GH.pdf

REGISTER FOR...
...Paulist National Catholic Evangelization Association's 12-week online course based on Fr. Robert Rivers' book, From Maintenance to Mission:
http://www.pncea.org/events/frommaintenancetomission.aspx

LISTEN TO…
…this week’s edition of  American Catholic Radio:
http://www.franciscanradio.org/ACRepisode.asp?EpisodeNum=311
…Fr. James Martin’s introduction to Ignatian spirituality, The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything:
http://www.americamagazine.org/content/podcast/podcast-index.cfm?series_id=1149
Vatican Radio’s interview with Fr. Timothy Radcliffe:
http://www.radiovaticana.org/en1/Articolo.asp?c=361866
…a Christopher’s podcast with author Steven Covey:
http://www.christophers.org/Page.aspx?pid=740
…Lou Nanni’s reflection on a life dedicated to service:
http://www.everydayfaith.net/EF/Lent/Entries/2010/3/6_Christian_Service_(Lou_Nanni).html

REFLECT ON...
…a contemporary Way of the Cross from CatholicIreland:
http://www.cilent.ie/waycross
…”Brothers Wind and Air,” week three in Fr. Richard Rohr’s Lenten Retreat, Falling in Love with Creation:
http://www.cacradicalgrace.org/lenten/2010/week3.php
…stories of hope, compiled by The Christophers:
http://www.cacradicalgrace.org/lenten/2010/week3.php
…Linda Douty’s “litmus test for letting go”:
http://www.explorefaith.org/resources/books_books/litmus_tests_of_letting_go.php

CHECK OUT…
...NCR's profile of "a very 21st Century bishop":
http://ncronline.org/blogs/all-things-catholic/him-or-not-denvers-chaput-very-21st-century-bishop
…the Iowa Catholic Conference’s latest legislative update:
http://www.iowacatholicconference.org/bins/site/templates/splash.asp?NC=812X
…resources for understanding the new Roman Missal from the Notre Dame Center for Liturgy:
http://liturgy.nd.edu/webcatechesis/

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT…
…details of the Vatican’s upcoming visitation to religious communities of women:
http://ncronline.org/news/women/apostolic-visitator-details-site-visit-guidelines
…how George Carlin’s Catholic heritage shaped his career as a comic:
http://www.bustedhalo.com/features/george-carlins-last-words/
…Holden Caulfield’s moments of grace:
http://www.bustedhalo.com/features/holden-caulfields-moments-of-grace/

READ…
…the National Catholic Reporter's five-part series on the controversy over liturgy:
http://ncronline.org/news/faith-parish/battle-lines-liturgy-wars
...Pope Benedict's Wednesday catechesis on St. Bonaventure:
http://www.zenit.org/article-28527?l=english
…Barbara Mujica’s profile of St. Teresa of Avila:
http://www.commonwealmagazine.org/teresa-%C3%A1vila
…the March issue of Catholic Update, “Evolution and the Catholic Church”:
http://www.americancatholic.org/Newsletters/CU.aspx
…Ilia Delio’s review of John Haught’s new book, Making Sense of Evolution:
http://www.americamagazine.org/content/article.cfm?article_id=12171
…a Fordham Center on Religion and Culture forum on Donna Frietas’s book, Sex and the Soul:
http://www.fordham.edu/images/undergraduate/centeronreligionculture/oct%2028%20sex%20soul_transcript.pdf

WORTH QUOTING...
“’About suffering they were never wrong, the Old Masters: how well they understood its human position; how it takes place while someone else is eating or opening a window or just walking dully along. (W. H. Auden, Musée des Beaux Arts)’  What Auden wrote about suffering and art is also true of art and miracles. To portray a miracle convincingly, an artist needs to understand its human position, how it takes place amid the ordinary business of living. While it’s happening, someone walks dully past it, and someone else nearby is ‘eating or opening a window.’  Real miracles…do not compel the whole world’s attention, much less its credence. Something changes, but few notice, and even fewer believe. Meanwhile, everything else goes on as before.”
--Matthew Boudway in a review of Lourdes, online at:
http://www.commonwealmagazine.org/blog/?p=7121

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More Opportunities for Adult Faith Formation

Monthly Highlights
www.waterloocatholics.org/adultfaith/monthlyhighlights.htm

Monthly Catechism
www.waterloocatholics.org/adultfaith/catechism.htm

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Posted: 03.07.10

ADULT FORMATION PRINCIPLES
The Catholic parishes in Waterloo are committed to providing life-long faith formation and spiritual growth for adults of all ages. We value individual life experience, respect the diversity of personal convictions, and welcome the wisdom of every participant. We encourage conversation and dialogue. We will never intentionally embarrass or offend participants.

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