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SUMMARY:The Faith of the Church: Professing the Nicene Creed
DESCRIPTION:March 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27 \n$15-$60 suggested donation  \nParticipate onsite or online \n“I believe in God…” \nThese four words are the beginning of a statement of faith that has been shared and recited by Catholics and many Christian denominations since it was first formulated in 325 AD. But more than a matter of belief\, the Nicene Creed is a profession of faith and a commitment to a life in God – Father\, Son\, and Holy Spirit. \nDuring this Jubilee of Hope\, you are invited to discover the deeper meaning of each phrase and section of the Creed\, enriching your own profession of faith. Each week\, we will delve into a different section of the Creed\, exploring contemporary insights and historical context. \n\nMarch 6: I believe in God the Father Almighty – Presented by Dr. Jared Ortiz\nMarch 13: I believe in Jesus Christ – Presented by Rev. Lam T. Le\nMarch 20: I believe in the Holy Spirit – Presented by Rev. Collin Mullhall\nMarch 27: I believe in the Holy Catholic Church – Presented by Dr. Jared Ortiz\n\nCome and discover the timeless truths that have united believers for centuries. All are welcome to deepen their faith and connection to this ancient declaration. \n\nWe encourage you to attend all four sessions in this series and you can mark this option when you register.\nYou can participate in-person at the Catholic Information Center or online through Zoom. To receive the link for Zoom\, please pre-register.\nSessions will be recorded. If you miss a session\, you will receive a link to the recording.\n\nPresenters \nDr. Jared Ortiz is a Professor of Religion at Hope College\, where he has taught since 2012. He specializes in early Christian theology\, particularly the works of St. Augustine. Dr. Ortiz is the founder and executive director of the Saint Benedict Institute\, a Catholic spiritual and intellectual center at Hope College. He has authored several scholarly works\, including a commentary on the Nicene Creed and studies on deification in Christian tradition. Dr. Ortiz holds a Ph.D. from The Catholic University of America and is actively involved in both academic and community life. \nRev. Lam T. Le is a Catholic priest in the Diocese of Grand Rapids\, serving as Pastor of St. John Paul II in Cedar Springs and Mary Queen of Apostles Parish in Sand Lake. Additionally\, Father Lam serves the Diocese as the Vicar for Evangelization. Born in Vietnam\, he immigrated to the U.S. in 1991. He completed his theological studies at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome and was ordained in 2004. Besides his pastoral duties\, he has also served as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Theology at Aquinas College. \nFr. Colin Mulhall was born and raised in the Grand Rapids area and attended the Franciscan University of Steubenville in Steubenville\, OH\, and Mundelein Seminary in Mundelein\, IL. Ordained in 2016\, he served as an associate pastor\, parish administrator and pastor for six years before being sent to pursue studies in canon law at the Catholic University of America\, which he completed in the summer of 2024. Fr. Colin has served as the Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia of the Diocese of Grand Rapids since August of last year. \nRegister Here
URL:https://grcic.org/event/the-faith-of-the-church-professing-the-nicene-creed/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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SUMMARY:55 Plus Series - Preparing for Judgment Day - Made Fun!
DESCRIPTION:Attend onsite or online \n$ 25 suggested donation  \nJesus promises all of us a particular judgment at the moment of our death in which he will reference the words and deeds of our life with his. As we get closer to our personal judgment day\, we may wonder what else we can now do to prepare. This retreat provides a formula for reviewing your life in gratitude\, honestly evaluating what you’ve done and failed to do\, and offering several ways to enhance your life through praying\, relating\, worshipping\, studying\, and much more in the years you have left so that you can relish and not cower in your face-to-face meeting with the Lord. The retreat is based on the author’s book Reaching for Heaven: 14 Spiritual Goals as You Grow Older. Books will be on sale for $15 (cash\, check\, or Venmo). Also bring a Bible and a journal-style notebook. \nCatholics who were formed in the faith as the Second Vatican Council was being rolled out and who experienced the freedom of a kid who didn’t have to come inside until the street lights came on and who came of age in the “Me Generation” 70s will enjoy sharing memories of those days as part of this retreat. \nMichael Amodei is Executive Editor at Ave Maria Press\, Notre Dame Indiana. He is the author of several books\, including Reaching for Heaven: 14 Spiritual Goals as You Grow Older. He grew up in Southern California\, attending CCD classes just as the Second Vatican Council opened and the Church was changing. He is a graduate of Loyola Marymount University and worked at St. Monica’s Catholic Church and School in Santa Monica before moving to Indiana in 1993. Mike is also the Field Supervisor at Notre Dame football games and a Little League baseball coach. He and his wife\, Lisa\, have four adult children and live in South Bend\, Indiana. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://grcic.org/event/55-plus-series-preparing-for-judgment-day-made-fun/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:55 Plus Series
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SUMMARY:The Faith of the Church: I believe in Jesus Christ
DESCRIPTION:$15-$60 suggested donation  \nParticipate onsite or online \n“I believe in God…” \nThese four words are the beginning of a statement of faith that has been shared and recited by Catholics and many Christian denominations since it was first formulated in 325 AD. But more than a matter of belief\, the Nicene Creed is a profession of faith and a commitment to a life in God – Father\, Son\, and Holy Spirit. \nDuring this Jubilee of Hope\, you are invited to discover the deeper meaning of each phrase and section of the Creed\, enriching your own profession of faith. Each week\, we will delve into a different section of the Creed\, exploring contemporary insights and historical context. \n\nMarch 13: I believe in Jesus Christ – Presented by Rev. Lam T. Le\nMarch 20: I believe in the Holy Spirit – Presented by Rev. Collin Mullhall\nMarch 27: I believe in the Holy Catholic Church – Presented by Dr. Jared Ortiz\n\nCome and discover the timeless truths that have united believers for centuries. All are welcome to deepen their faith and connection to this ancient declaration. \n\nWe encourage you to attend all four sessions in this series and you can mark this option when you register.\nYou can participate in-person at the Catholic Information Center or online through Zoom. To receive the link for Zoom\, please pre-register.\nSessions will be recorded. If you miss a session\, you will receive a link to the recording.\n\nPresenters \nDr. Jared Ortiz is a Professor of Religion at Hope College\, where he has taught since 2012. He specializes in early Christian theology\, particularly the works of St. Augustine. Dr. Ortiz is the founder and executive director of the Saint Benedict Institute\, a Catholic spiritual and intellectual center at Hope College. He has authored several scholarly works\, including a commentary on the Nicene Creed and studies on deification in Christian tradition. Dr. Ortiz holds a Ph.D. from The Catholic University of America and is actively involved in both academic and community life. \nRev. Lam T. Le is a Catholic priest in the Diocese of Grand Rapids\, serving as Pastor of St. John Paul II in Cedar Springs and Mary Queen of Apostles Parish in Sand Lake. Additionally\, Father Lam serves the Diocese as the Vicar for Evangelization. Born in Vietnam\, he immigrated to the U.S. in 1991. He completed his theological studies at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome and was ordained in 2004. Besides his pastoral duties\, he has also served as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Theology at Aquinas College. \nFr. Colin Mulhall was born and raised in the Grand Rapids area and attended the Franciscan University of Steubenville in Steubenville\, OH\, and Mundelein Seminary in Mundelein\, IL. Ordained in 2016\, he served as an associate pastor\, parish administrator and pastor for six years before being sent to pursue studies in canon law at the Catholic University of America\, which he completed in the summer of 2024. Fr. Colin has served as the Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia of the Diocese of Grand Rapids since August of last year. \nRegister Here
URL:https://grcic.org/event/230594/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Faith of the Church: I believe in the Holy Spirit
DESCRIPTION:$15-$60 suggested donation  \nParticipate onsite or online \n“I believe in God…” \nThese four words are the beginning of a statement of faith that has been shared and recited by Catholics and many Christian denominations since it was first formulated in 325 AD. But more than a matter of belief\, the Nicene Creed is a profession of faith and a commitment to a life in God – Father\, Son\, and Holy Spirit. \nDuring this Jubilee of Hope\, you are invited to discover the deeper meaning of each phrase and section of the Creed\, enriching your own profession of faith. Each week\, we will delve into a different section of the Creed\, exploring contemporary insights and historical context. \n\nMarch 20: I believe in the Holy Spirit\nMarch 27: I believe in the Holy Catholic Church\n\nCome and discover the timeless truths that have united believers for centuries. All are welcome to deepen their faith and connection to this ancient declaration. \n\nWe encourage you to attend all four sessions in this series and you can mark this option when you register.\nYou can participate in-person at the Catholic Information Center or online through Zoom. To receive the link for Zoom\, please pre-register.\nSessions will be recorded. If you miss a session\, you will receive a link to the recording.\n\nPresenters \nDr. Jared Ortiz is a Professor of Religion at Hope College\, where he has taught since 2012. He specializes in early Christian theology\, particularly the works of St. Augustine. Dr. Ortiz is the founder and executive director of the Saint Benedict Institute\, a Catholic spiritual and intellectual center at Hope College. He has authored several scholarly works\, including a commentary on the Nicene Creed and studies on deification in Christian tradition. Dr. Ortiz holds a Ph.D. from The Catholic University of America and is actively involved in both academic and community life. \nRev. Lam T. Le is a Catholic priest in the Diocese of Grand Rapids\, serving as Pastor of St. John Paul II in Cedar Springs and Mary Queen of Apostles Parish in Sand Lake. Additionally\, Father Lam serves the Diocese as the Vicar for Evangelization. Born in Vietnam\, he immigrated to the U.S. in 1991. He completed his theological studies at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome and was ordained in 2004. Besides his pastoral duties\, he has also served as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Theology at Aquinas College. \nFr. Colin Mulhall was born and raised in the Grand Rapids area and attended the Franciscan University of Steubenville in Steubenville\, OH\, and Mundelein Seminary in Mundelein\, IL. Ordained in 2016\, he served as an associate pastor\, parish administrator and pastor for six years before being sent to pursue studies in canon law at the Catholic University of America\, which he completed in the summer of 2024. Fr. Colin has served as the Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia of the Diocese of Grand Rapids since August of last year. \nRegister Here
URL:https://grcic.org/event/the-faith-of-the-church-i-believe-in-the-holy-spirit/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Faith of the Church: I believe in the Holy Catholic Church
DESCRIPTION:$15-$60 suggested donation  \nParticipate onsite or online \n“I believe in God…” \nThese four words are the beginning of a statement of faith that has been shared and recited by Catholics and many Christian denominations since it was first formulated in 325 AD. But more than a matter of belief\, the Nicene Creed is a profession of faith and a commitment to a life in God – Father\, Son\, and Holy Spirit. \nDuring this Jubilee of Hope\, you are invited to discover the deeper meaning of each phrase and section of the Creed\, enriching your own profession of faith. Each week\, we will delve into a different section of the Creed\, exploring contemporary insights and historical context. \n\nMarch 27: I believe in the Holy Catholic Church – Presented by Dr. Jared Ortiz\n\nCome and discover the timeless truths that have united believers for centuries. All are welcome to deepen their faith and connection to this ancient declaration. \n\nWe encourage you to attend all four sessions in this series and you can mark this option when you register.\nYou can participate in-person at the Catholic Information Center or online through Zoom. To receive the link for Zoom\, please pre-register.\nSessions will be recorded. If you miss a session\, you will receive a link to the recording.\n\nPresenters \nDr. Jared Ortiz is a Professor of Religion at Hope College\, where he has taught since 2012. He specializes in early Christian theology\, particularly the works of St. Augustine. Dr. Ortiz is the founder and executive director of the Saint Benedict Institute\, a Catholic spiritual and intellectual center at Hope College. He has authored several scholarly works\, including a commentary on the Nicene Creed and studies on deification in Christian tradition. Dr. Ortiz holds a Ph.D. from The Catholic University of America and is actively involved in both academic and community life. \nRev. Lam T. Le is a Catholic priest in the Diocese of Grand Rapids\, serving as Pastor of St. John Paul II in Cedar Springs and Mary Queen of Apostles Parish in Sand Lake. Additionally\, Father Lam serves the Diocese as the Vicar for Evangelization. Born in Vietnam\, he immigrated to the U.S. in 1991. He completed his theological studies at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome and was ordained in 2004. Besides his pastoral duties\, he has also served as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Theology at Aquinas College. \nFr. Colin Mulhall was born and raised in the Grand Rapids area and attended the Franciscan University of Steubenville in Steubenville\, OH\, and Mundelein Seminary in Mundelein\, IL. Ordained in 2016\, he served as an associate pastor\, parish administrator and pastor for six years before being sent to pursue studies in canon law at the Catholic University of America\, which he completed in the summer of 2024. Fr. Colin has served as the Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia of the Diocese of Grand Rapids since August of last year. \nRegister Here
URL:https://grcic.org/event/the-faith-of-the-church-i-believe-in-the-holy-catholic-church/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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SUMMARY:Setting Our Hearts on Higher Gifts / Poniendo Nuestro Corazón en los Dones Más Elevados
DESCRIPTION:Suggested Donation: $15 \nAttend in-person or online \nA Bilingual Lenten Workshop \nJoin us for a powerful and enriching Lenten workshop as we explore the themes of Faith\, Hope\, and Love through the lens of Scripture. Together\, we’ll reflect on impactful Gospel readings that reveal how these virtues guide us in our spiritual journey. \nThis interactive session will help us unite our hearts in worship and reflection through:\n✅ Bilingual Scripture readings (English & Spanish)\n✅ Reflections on how these Gospel stories apply to our daily lives\n✅ Small group discussions to foster deeper connections\n✅ Opportunities for sharing insights and experiences \nCome ready to listen\, share\, and grow as we set our hearts on the higher gifts that God calls us to embrace this Lenten season. \nMarvin Ruano is a Paulist novice currently serving in Grand Rapids for his Lenten Apostolate. Originally from Belize\, Marvin attended Bishop Martin High School\, where he first met Fr. René Constanza\, CSP\, as his principal. \nMarvin pursued higher education in Taiwan\, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from National Chengchi University\, a Master’s in Business Administration from National Taipei University of Technology\, and a Doctorate in Management from the same institution. \nDuring his time in Taiwan\, Marvin worked as an English teacher and served actively at Guting Sacred Heart Parish in Taipei City in various ministries\, including as an extraordinary minister of Holy Communion\, commentator\, and lector. \nWith his multicultural background and fluency in English\, Spanish\, Creole\, and Mandarin Chinese\, Marvin is passionate about connecting with diverse communities. He looks forward to meeting the Grand Rapids community and sharing this Lenten journey together. \nAll are welcome! \nRegister \n\nJueves 3 de abril\n19:00-20:30 h\nDonación sugerida: $15 \nUn Taller Cuaresmal Bilingüe \nAcompáñenos en este poderoso y enriquecedor taller cuaresmal donde exploraremos los temas de Fe\, Esperanza y Amor a la luz de las Escrituras. Juntos\, reflexionaremos sobre impactantes lecturas del Evangelio que revelan cómo estas virtudes nos guían en nuestro camino espiritual. \nEsta sesión interactiva nos ayudará a unir nuestros corazones en adoración y reflexión a través de:\n✅ Lecturas bíblicas bilingües (inglés y español)\n✅ Reflexiones sobre cómo estas historias del Evangelio se aplican a nuestra vida diaria\n✅ Discusiones en grupos pequeños para fomentar conexiones más profundas\n✅ Oportunidades para compartir ideas y experiencias \nVengan preparados para escuchar\, compartir y crecer mientras ponemos nuestro corazón en los dones más elevados que Dios nos llama a abrazar durante esta Cuaresma. \nMarvin Ruano es un novicio paulista que actualmente sirve en Grand Rapids para su apostolado cuaresmal. Originario de Belice\, Marvin asistió a la escuela secundaria Bishop Martin\, donde conoció al padre René Constanza\, CSP\, como su director. \nMarvin cursó estudios superiores en Taiwán\, donde obtuvo una licenciatura en Administración de Empresas por la Universidad Nacional Chengchi\, una maestría en Administración de Empresas por la Universidad Nacional de Tecnología de Taipéi y un doctorado en Gestión por la misma institución. \nDurante su estancia en Taiwán\, Marvin trabajó como profesor de inglés y sirvió activamente en la parroquia del Sagrado Corazón de Guting en la ciudad de Taipéi en diversos ministerios\, incluyendo ministro extraordinario de la Sagrada Comunión\, comentarista y lector. \nCon su origen multicultural y su fluidez en inglés\, español\, criollo y chino mandarín\, a Marvin le apasiona conectar con diversas comunidades. Espera con interés conocer a la comunidad de Grand Rapids y compartir juntos este camino cuaresmal. \n¡Todos son bienvenidos! \nRegistro
URL:https://grcic.org/event/setting-our-hearts-on-higher-gifts-poniendo-nuestro-corazon-en-los-dones-mas-elevados/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:español
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SUMMARY:Women of the Passion: Women of Courage\, Compassion\, and Conviction
DESCRIPTION:Attend onsite or online \n$15 suggested donation \nDuring our Lenten pilgrimage\, we are often looking in detail to the movements of Jesus on his Via Dolorosa\, his Way of the Cross. We don’t often take time to notice those that Jesus was gazing upon as he endured his Passion; the women who companioned him in his pain and anguish\, offered him anointing\, compassion\, and courage. This presentation will slow down our Lenten pilgrimage to take a lingering loving gaze at those whom Jesus gazed upon. Some women will be quickly recognizable others have been diluted by history. Having spent time with these women of the Passion\, we will find inspiration and wisdom to walk our via dolorosas with courage\, compassion\, and conviction. \nCami Beecroft-Mann is a trauma informed spiritual director and certified grief care specialist. She is the founder of Pneuma Embodied Soulcare and creator of Physio Divina Sacred Body Prayer. Cami\, along with her husband Mark\, is a Secular Franciscan. She and Mark reside in Grand Rapids\, Michigan where they take delight in watching their family grow in age\, grace\, and wisdom –  in good times and in hard times. Cami can be reached at pneumagr@gmail.com. \nRegister Here
URL:https://grcic.org/event/women-of-the-passion-women-of-courage-compassion-and-conviction/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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SUMMARY:55 Plus Series - Eco-Theology and the Holy Spirit: A New Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Attend onsite or online \nSuggested donation: $15-25 \nAs we grow in age and wisdom\, we often reflect on the legacy that we will leave behind. This presentation offers a profound opportunity to deepen our understanding of the interconnectedness of nature and humanity through the lens of our faith. \nWe will explore how the Holy Spirit unites all of creation\, emphasizing our role in God’s magnificent design. And drawing inspiration from Pope Francis’ encyclical\, Laudato Sí\, we will discuss how our unique gifts can address the challenges facing our planet. Pope Francis reminds us that “the human environment and the natural environment deteriorate together; we cannot adequately combat environmental degradation unless we attend to causes related to human and social degradation” (LS\, 48). \nAs stewards of God’s creation\, we have a responsibility and privilege to heal both the earth and our communities. This Earth Day let’s come together to honor our sacred duty to care for one another and our planet. \nBarbara Yurasek Conklin is a recent graduate from Ohio Dominican University\, receiving a Master of Arts degree in Theology. She is the Marriage Preparation Coordinator for St. Peter’s parish in Douglas\, Michigan and supports various other ministries there as well. Barbara is passionate about marriage ministry\, supporting women in ministry\, and the environment. She is a loving wife and mother of three teenage children. Prior to having children Ms. Conklin worked in the Marriage and Family Life office at the Diocese of Columbus\, Ohio. \nRegister Here
URL:https://grcic.org/event/55-plus-series-eco-theology-and-the-holy-spirit-a-new-perspective/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:55 Plus Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250429T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250429T203000
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SUMMARY:Breaking the Toxic Polarization Cycle: Strategies for Being an In-Group Moderate
DESCRIPTION:Attend onsite or online \nSuggested donation: $15 \nJoin us for an interactive session exploring the vital role of faith leaders as in-group moderates. It’s not just about finding the courage to speak up against behaviors that contradict core values and religious beliefs within our own groups; it’s about recognizing how being an in-group moderate is integral to our role as faith leaders in breaking the cycle of toxic polarization. Through exercises\, text analysis\, and discussions\, you’ll gain practical strategies for overcoming obstacles\, navigating challenges and fears\, and building support networks. \nKevin McIntosh is the Faith Over Division Senior Manager for the One America Movement. He earned his B.A. in Religious Studies and History from Emory University and his Master’s of Theological Studies from Harvard Divinity School. Prior to joining the One America Movement\, Kevin served as the coordinator of Campus Interfaith Resources at Grand Valley State University. In his free time\, Kevin enjoys watching the Tampa Bay Rays\, struggling with crosswords\, and going for runs. \nRegister
URL:https://grcic.org/event/breaking-the-toxic-polarization-cycle-strategies-for-being-an-in-group-moderate/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250507T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250507T203000
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SUMMARY:Bereavement Care Series
DESCRIPTION:May 7\, 14\, 21\, 28\n6:30 – 8:30 p.m.\nAttend onsite or online\nThe Catholic Information Center’s Bereavement Care series offers a compassionate and faith-filled approach to supporting those who are grieving. Sessions will explore the significance of the Catholic Funeral Liturgy\, providing insight into its rituals and pastoral care. Participants will also learn about grief care\, gaining an understanding of the emotional and spiritual journey of mourning. Practical guidance will be offered on organizing a parish ministry\, equipping attendees with the tools to establish and sustain bereavement support within their communities. Additionally\, the series will cover strategies and best practices in bereavement ministry\, helping parish leaders accompany the grieving with empathy and faith. Designed to equip lay people with the skills and knowledge to organize bereavement care in your parish. \nRegister
URL:https://grcic.org/event/bereavement-care-series/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250507T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T023729
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SUMMARY:Jump Starting Small Groups
DESCRIPTION:May 7\, 14\, 21\, 28\n6:30 – 8:30 p.m.\nAttend onsite or online\nSmall groups are at the heart of evangelization in parish communities. From scripture studies\, to book clubs to seasonal offerings\, small groups foster relationships founded on trust and openness. They provide a welcoming space for newcomers and those returning to the faith. Many participants grow in confidence\, becoming parish leaders and serving their communities. Small groups create a “family within the parish family\,” offering support\, care\, and compassion in times of need. Starting or enhancing a parish small group can be challenging\, but we’re here to help! In each session\, participants will gain a greater understanding of the dynamics of small groups\, develop skills in facilitating small groups. Join our four-part series to gain insights\, facilitation skills\, and evangelization strategies. Participants receive a workbook and resources. \nRegister
URL:https://grcic.org/event/jump_starting_small_groups/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250507T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T023729
CREATED:20250424T154043Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding and Serving Inactive Catholics
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, May 7\, 14\, 21\, and 28\nThis four-part training series will help you understand and connect with inactive Catholics. The emphasis of the training will be on what is practical for different parish situations. Discover the art of accompaniment through dialogue\, invitation\, and engagement. Learn how to inspire others by sharing the Gospel in a way that resonates with today’s world\, where faith is chosen and embraced anew.  Be renewed as a disciple who lights the path for others to place Christ at the center of their lives. \nMay 7: Beyond the Pews: Social Dynamics and Engaging Inactive Catholics \nMay 14: Principles for reaching out and connecting with people inactive in faith \nMay 21: Pastoral approaches for reaching out and connecting with people inactive in faith \nMay 28: Organizing a parish ministry to invite and welcome inactive Catholics. \n\nAttending the training is free. Pre-registration is required.\nYou can participate in-person at the Catholic Information Center or online through Zoom. To receive the link for Zoom\, please pre-register.\nSessions will be recorded. If you miss a session\, you will receive a link to the recording.\n\nPaulist Father Frank DeSiano\, a national leader in Catholic evangelization who has taught\, written about\, and led many outreaches from Catholic parishes. He has held significant roles\, including President of the Paulist Fathers from 1994 to 2002\, and consultor for the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Evangelization. Father DeSiano is widely recognized for his contributions to evangelization and spirituality through his numerous books\, including Beyond the Pews and Sharing Your Catholic Faith: Living as Disciples to Help Spread the Good News (2024).
URL:https://grcic.org/event/understanding_and_serving_inactive_catholics/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250529T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250529T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T023729
CREATED:20250311T190203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T190203Z
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SUMMARY:55 Plus Series – Church Art and Architecture Tour
DESCRIPTION:Suggested donation: $15-25 \nWhat people believe affects how they pray and how they pray influences the design of the space where they pray. Join Rev. Thomas Simons as we explore three area churches and what they “say” about our prayer and worship as Catholics. This year’s tour includes the Cathedral of Saint Andrew\, celebrating the 150th anniversary this year. Bus transportation and lunch provided. This presentation is part of the 55 Plus Series\, exploring spirituality and vitality in the second half of life. \nRegister
URL:https://grcic.org/event/55-plus-series-church-art-and-architecture-tour/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:55 Plus Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250610T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T023729
CREATED:20250502T152304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T154816Z
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SUMMARY:Women of the Way: Women of Dedication\, Determination\, and Devotion
DESCRIPTION:Attend onsite or online \nSuggested donation: $15 \nWomen played significant roles in tending and sustaining the Church of the Way\, the early Church post-Pentecost. These women of dedication\, determination\, and devotion in sharing their love for and commitment to Jesus\, inspired and discipled entire communities – transforming lives by following the Way of Jesus. \nYet\, many of these women\, our ancestors in faith\, remain in obscurity. There is much to learn about and from these women. This presentation will invite us to honor their legacy by engaging in both conversational learning and prayerful pondering as we call them by name and hear their stories. As we meet each of these women\, we will draw on their wisdom and inspiration to strengthen our own dedication\, determination\, and devotion as disciples of the Way some 2\,000 years later. \nCami Beecroft-Mann is a trauma informed spiritual director and certified grief care specialist. She is the founder of Pneuma Embodied Soulcare and creator of Physio Divina Sacred Body Prayer. Cami\, along with her husband Mark\, is a Secular Franciscan. She and Mark reside in Grand Rapids\, Michigan where they take delight in watching their family grow in age\, grace\, and wisdom – in good times and in hard times. Cami can be reached at pneumagr@gmail.com. \nRegister
URL:https://grcic.org/event/women-of-the-way-women-of-dedication-determination-and-devotion/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250619T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T023729
CREATED:20250502T142121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T152846Z
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SUMMARY:55 Plus Series – Handing on a Faith that Matters
DESCRIPTION:Suggested donation: $15-25 \nAre you a grandparent\, aunt\, uncle\, or godparent eager to share your faith with the younger generation?  Join Paulist Father Ken Boyack for an exploration of what truly matters in our faith\, drawing from personal experiences\, biblical teachings\, and the wisdom of saints. Learn practical methods to share your faith with your family\, in small groups\, and at your parish. Address common challenges and find strength in perseverance and patience. This interactive session promises valuable insights and practical guidance to help you nurture and share a faith that matters. \nThis presentation is part of the 55 Plus Series\, exploring spirituality and vitality in the second half of life. Come and be part of a supportive community\, share your journey\, and leave with a renewed sense of hope. \nPaulist Father Kenneth Boyack is a Catholic priest dedicated to helping people experience the fullness of life in Jesus Christ. He has served as the President of Paulist Evangelization Ministries\, focusing on spreading the Gospel through innovative methods. Father Boyack has also been involved in various outreach programs\, aiming to engage and inspire communities of faith. He now resides in Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, with the Paulist community at the Cathedral of Saint Andrew. \nRegister
URL:https://grcic.org/event/55-plus-series-handing-on-a-faith-that-matters/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:55 Plus Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250715T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250715T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T023729
CREATED:20250626T144707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T194054Z
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SUMMARY:From Grand Rapids to the Great Wall: A Missionary Journey with Father Lou Anderson
DESCRIPTION:Attend onsite or online \nSuggested donation: $15 \nDrawing from his time with Maryknoll and his mission experience in China\, Father Lou Anderson will explore the joys\, challenges\, and spiritual depth of living the Gospel across cultures. Whether you’re discerning your own call to mission or simply seeking to deepen your faith\, this evening promises to be both thought-provoking and heart-opening. Explore what it means to be a missionary disciple in today’s world\, whether you journey abroad or stay home. \nFather Lou Anderson is a Catholic priest of the Diocese of Grand Rapids\, known for his deep pastoral heart and global missionary spirit. With 62 years of priestly ministry\, Father Lou extended his vocation beyond borders through volunteering with Maryknoll and mission service in China. His experiences have shaped a unique perspective on discipleship\, intercultural ministry\, and the universal call to share Christ’s love. \nThis program is co-sponsored by the local chapter of Maryknoll Affiliates\, lay people who identify with the Maryknoll Society and their vision\, spirit\, and charism\, while remaining active in their work at home and in their own community. Learn more at https://www.maryknollaffiliates.org/ \nRegister
URL:https://grcic.org/event/from_grand_rapids_to_the_great_wall/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250903T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250903T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T023729
CREATED:20250721T140854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T150143Z
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SUMMARY:Women of Vision: Exploring the Lives and Legacies of Women in the Catholic Tradition
DESCRIPTION:Attend onsite or online\nSuggested donation: $20 per event\n“Without the generous contribution of many women\, the history of Christianity would have developed very differently.”\n— Pope Benedict XVI\, General Audience\, Feb. 14\, 2007  \nThis fall\, we invite you to join us for Women of Vision\, a monthly series that celebrates the lives\, gifts\, and spiritual contributions of women throughout Catholic history. They shaped the Church and the world around them\, building a legacy of resilience\, vision\, and innovation. They mirror for us our missionary discipleship at the service of the world today.   \nEach month\, one of our featured presenters will reflect on the lives of three women in the Catholic tradition\, highlighting the historical context and the gifts that they expressed through their leadership – gifts that are still needed today.   \nTwo weeks following each presentation\, participants are invited to gather in a Wisdom Circle for a small group experience of prayer and reflection on the presentation. Multiple scheduling options are available.  \nFeatured Presenters  \nSeptember 3\, 2025 – Sister Barbara E. Reid\, O.P.\, Ph.D.\, a Dominican Sister of Grand Rapids\, is the President of Catholic Theological Union in Chicago and the Carroll Stuhlmueller Distinguished Professor of New Testament Studies. She is also General Editor for the Wisdom Commentary Series\, a new 58-volume feminist commentary on the Bible published by Liturgical Press. Sister Barbara received a Master of Arts from Aquinas College and her Ph.D. from Catholic University of America.  Dr. Reid will guide us through the lives of some of the earliest disciples of Jesus named in the New Testament.  \nOctober 1\, 2025 – Bronwen McShea\, Ph.D. is a historian\, writer\, and speaker\, and she is the author of three books\, including Women of the Church: What Every Catholic Should Know (2024). She writes a column for The Pillar and has contributed reviews and essays to The Wall Street Journal\, First Things\, America Magazine\, and many other periodicals. She has furthermore held research and teaching positions at Loyola University Chicago\, Columbia University\, the University of Nebraska Omaha\, Princeton University\, and several other institutions. She holds a Ph.D. in History from Yale University and an M.T.S. in the History of Christianity from Harvard University\, where she also completed her undergraduate studies. She is based in New York City\, not far from her hometown of Cornwall in the Hudson Valley. Dr. McShea will offer her reflection on the lives of women from the middle ages.   \nNovember 6\, 2025 – Dr. Shannen Dee Williams is Associate Professor of History at the University of Dayton. She is an award-winning scholar of the African American experience and Black Catholicism with research and teaching specializations in women’s\, religious\, and Black freedom movement history. Dr. Williams holds a B.A. in history with magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa honors from Agnes Scott College\, a M.A. in Afro-American studies from the University of Wisconsin at Madison\, and Ph.D. in history from Rutgers University. A lifelong Catholic\, Dr. Williams authored the award-winning column\, The Griot’s Cross\, for the Catholic New Service from 2020 to 2022. Dr. Williams will share her insights on the women religious of the 18th and 19th centuries.   \nDecember 4\, 2025 – Patricia Cooney-Hathaway Ph.D. is a professor of spirituality and systematic theology and the chairperson of the licentiate in sacred theology degree committee at Sacred Heart Major Seminary\, where she has worked since 1987. She is the author of the award-winning book Weaving Faith and Experience. She also serves as the associate editor of Human Development Magazine. Dr. Cooney-Hathaway will offer her reflections on women of the modern era.   \n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nWisdom Circles: A Space for Reflection and Growth \nTwo weeks after each presentation\, participants are invited to gather in Wisdom Circles. These small group sessions are designed to deepen your experience and offer the space to:  \n\nPray together \n\n\nShare insights and personal reflections \n\n\nExplore how the stories of these women illuminate your own God-given gifts \n\nMultiple scheduling options will be offered each month based on participant interest and availability. Whether you’re seeking spiritual nourishment\, community\, or discernment\, the Wisdom Circles are a place to grow in faith and understanding.   \nFacilitators:   \nCami Beecroft-Mann\, trauma informed spiritual director and certified grief care specialist.   \nBarbara Conklin\, marriage preparation coordinator for St. Peter’s parish in Douglas.  \nMary Martin\, program coordinator for the CIC Leadership Formation Institute.  \n___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nWith Gratitude \n \nThis series is made possible through the generous support of a grant from the Paulist Mission Advancement Office. We are deeply grateful for their commitment to fostering spiritual formation and affirming the leadership of women in the Church today.  \n  \n  \nRegister
URL:https://grcic.org/event/women_of_vision_2025-9/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250909T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T023729
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SUMMARY:Watch Your Language: Alternative Ways to Talk about Religion and Spirituality
DESCRIPTION:Attend onsite or online \nSuggested donation: $15 \nLanguage shapes how we understand faith. This interactive presentation invites you to reexamine the words we use to describe our spiritual lives. By exploring familiar terms through new lenses—psychological\, historical\, and theological—we’ll uncover how language can both limit and liberate our spiritual growth. Join us in discovering more inclusive\, life-giving ways to speak about the sacred. \nPaulist Fr. Joachim Lally was ordained a priest on May 22\, 1965. He was a Benedictine before joining the Paulist Fathers. He teaches courses on mystics\, Centering Prayer\, and the parables. Since 1989\, he has led more than 50 missions to the Dominican Republic. With a master’s degree in guidance and counseling\, Father Lally has been a counselor and therapist. \nRegister
URL:https://grcic.org/event/watch-your-language-alternative-ways-to-talk-about-religion-and-spirituality/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250913T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250913T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T023729
CREATED:20250717T173625Z
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SUMMARY:School of the Beatitudes 2025-26
DESCRIPTION:In-person participation only \nAre you seeking deeper meaning and purpose in your life? Do you want to move beyond simply hearing the Gospel to truly living it? The Catholic Information Center’s “School of the Beatitudes” offers a transformative journey into the heart of Christ’s teachings. This monthly series\, running from September to May\, explores the eight Beatitudes from the Gospel of Matthew through engaging discussions and hands-on service. \nEach session combines insightful presentations with a practical service opportunity at a local non-profit\, such as God’s Kitchen or the Community Food Bank. You’ll not only gain a richer understanding of the Beatitudes but also experience the joy of putting them into action\, making a real difference in the lives of others. \nWithout a conscious effort to live out the Gospel\, we risk drifting through life without a clear sense of purpose\, missing the opportunity to experience the fullness of joy that Christ promises. This series offers a unique chance to break free from that cycle\, to cultivate a more authentic and impactful faith. \nLunch is provided\, and the series culminates in a capstone retreat in June. As a closed learning cohort\, enrollment closes after the September session. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your faith\, connect with a community of like-minded individuals\, and discover the profound rewards of living a life rooted in the Beatitudes. Register now to secure your place and embark on a journey that could change your life forever! \nRegister
URL:https://grcic.org/event/school-of-the-beatitudes-2025-26/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250916T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T023729
CREATED:20250721T142618Z
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SUMMARY:55Plus Series: A New Shepherd\, A Renewed Call: Pope Leo XIV
DESCRIPTION:Attend onsite or online \nSuggested donation: $15 \nIn May 2025\, history was made with the election of Pope Leo XIV – the first American-born pope and a lifelong Augustinian with deep pastoral and missionary roots. But what does this moment mean for Catholics in the United States? Join Greg Carnevale\, retired professor of classics\, for a reflection on Pope Leo’s emphasis on mercy\, mission\, and peace\, and how his leadership echoes the legacy of Leo XIII and Pope Francis. This presentation is part of the 55 Plus Series\, exploring spirituality and vitality in the second half of life. \nRegister
URL:https://grcic.org/event/a_new_shepherd/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:55 Plus Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251001T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251001T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T023729
CREATED:20250730T204810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T150125Z
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SUMMARY:Women of Vision: Exploring the Lives and Legacies of Women in the Catholic Tradition
DESCRIPTION:Attend onsite or online\nSuggested donation: $20 per event\n“Without the generous contribution of many women\, the history of Christianity would have developed very differently.”\n— Pope Benedict XVI\, General Audience\, Feb. 14\, 2007  \nThis fall\, we invite you to join us for Women of Vision\, a monthly series that celebrates the lives\, gifts\, and spiritual contributions of women throughout Catholic history. They shaped the Church and the world around them\, building a legacy of resilience\, vision\, and innovation. They mirror for us our missionary discipleship at the service of the world today.   \nEach month\, one of our featured presenters will reflect on the lives of three women in the Catholic tradition\, highlighting the historical context and the gifts that they expressed through their leadership – gifts that are still needed today.   \nTwo weeks following each presentation\, participants are invited to gather in a Wisdom Circle for a small group experience of prayer and reflection on the presentation. Multiple scheduling options are available.  \nFeatured Presenters  \nSeptember 3\, 2025 – Sister Barbara E. Reid\, O.P.\, Ph.D.\, a Dominican Sister of Grand Rapids\, is the President of Catholic Theological Union in Chicago and the Carroll Stuhlmueller Distinguished Professor of New Testament Studies. She is also General Editor for the Wisdom Commentary Series\, a new 58-volume feminist commentary on the Bible published by Liturgical Press. Sister Barbara received a Master of Arts from Aquinas College and her Ph.D. from Catholic University of America.  Dr. Reid will guide us through the lives of some of the earliest disciples of Jesus named in the New Testament.  \nOctober 1\, 2025 – Bronwen McShea\, Ph.D. is a historian\, writer\, and speaker\, and she is the author of three books\, including Women of the Church: What Every Catholic Should Know (2024). She writes a column for The Pillar and has contributed reviews and essays to The Wall Street Journal\, First Things\, America Magazine\, and many other periodicals. She has furthermore held research and teaching positions at Loyola University Chicago\, Columbia University\, the University of Nebraska Omaha\, Princeton University\, and several other institutions. She holds a Ph.D. in History from Yale University and an M.T.S. in the History of Christianity from Harvard University\, where she also completed her undergraduate studies. She is based in New York City\, not far from her hometown of Cornwall in the Hudson Valley. Dr. McShea will offer her reflection on the lives of women from the middle ages.   \nNovember 6\, 2025 – Dr. Shannen Dee Williams is Associate Professor of History at the University of Dayton. She is an award-winning scholar of the African American experience and Black Catholicism with research and teaching specializations in women’s\, religious\, and Black freedom movement history. Dr. Williams holds a B.A. in history with magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa honors from Agnes Scott College\, a M.A. in Afro-American studies from the University of Wisconsin at Madison\, and Ph.D. in history from Rutgers University. A lifelong Catholic\, Dr. Williams authored the award-winning column\, The Griot’s Cross\, for the Catholic New Service from 2020 to 2022. Dr. Williams will share her insights on the women religious of the 18th and 19th centuries.   \nDecember 4\, 2025 – Patricia Cooney-Hathaway Ph.D. is a professor of spirituality and systematic theology and the chairperson of the licentiate in sacred theology degree committee at Sacred Heart Major Seminary\, where she has worked since 1987. She is the author of the award-winning book Weaving Faith and Experience. She also serves as the associate editor of Human Development Magazine. Dr. Cooney-Hathaway will offer her reflections on women of the modern era.   \n\n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nWisdom Circles: A Space for Reflection and Growth \nTwo weeks after each presentation\, participants are invited to gather in Wisdom Circles. These small group sessions are designed to deepen your experience and offer the space to:  \n\nPray together \n\n\nShare insights and personal reflections \n\n\nExplore how the stories of these women illuminate your own God-given gifts \n\nMultiple scheduling options will be offered each month based on participant interest and availability. Whether you’re seeking spiritual nourishment\, community\, or discernment\, the Wisdom Circles are a place to grow in faith and understanding.   \nFacilitators:   \nCami Beecroft-Mann\, trauma informed spiritual director and certified grief care specialist.   \nBarbara Conklin\, marriage preparation coordinator for St. Peter’s parish in Douglas.  \nMary Martin\, program coordinator for the CIC Leadership Formation Institute.  \n___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nWith Gratitude \n \nThis series is made possible through the generous support of a grant from the Paulist Mission Advancement Office. We are deeply grateful for their commitment to fostering spiritual formation and affirming the leadership of women in the Church today.  \n  \n  \nRegister
URL:https://grcic.org/event/women-of-vision-series_2025-10/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251015T203000
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SUMMARY:2025 Gallagher Talk: The Role of Compassion in a Divided World
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 15\, 2025   \n6:00 p.m.   \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening that blends inspiration\, imagination\, and impact. The Gallagher Talk\, our signature annual event\, is being reimagined in 2025 as a dynamic gathering designed to raise support\, raise friends\, and raise the profile of the Catholic Information Center.  \nThe Gallagher Talk honors the life and visionary leadership of Father Joseph V. Gallagher\, CSP\, who served as CIC Director from 1978 to 1982. Father Gallagher believed that creating a “future brighter than any past” would require ministries that reach beyond church walls – into the marketplace\, into culture\, and into the everyday intersections of faith and life.  \nIn that spirit\, this year’s event is more than a talk. It’s an immersive evening of inspiration\, creativity\, and community:  \n\nInteractive mission exhibits that bring the CIC’s work to life \n\n\nLive music that stirs the soul \n\n\nRefreshments and space for meaningful conversation \n\nThis year’s event will also include a special opportunity to support the CIC’s mission and expand its reach in West Michigan and beyond.  \nJoin us for an evening that celebrates bold ideas\, deep faith\, and the power of compassionate engagement in a divided world.  \nRegister Here \nFeaturing Keynote Speaker: Gloria Purvis  \nGloria Purvis is a nationally recognized Catholic speaker\, author\, and public scholar known for her bold and compassionate voice on issues of faith\, dignity\, and justice. She is the host of The Gloria Purvis Podcast in collaboration with America Media and has spoken widely on topics including racial justice\, pro-life ethics\, religious liberty\, and Catholic social teaching.  \nA graduate of Cornell University\, Gloria has served on numerous boards and advisory councils within the Church and was recently named a Scholar in Residence at St. Martin’s University. In 2022\, she became the first African American female Catholic journalist to conduct an extended private interview with Pope Francis.  \nHer keynote\, “The Role of Compassion in a Divided World\,” will offer a timely and inspiring reflection on how Catholic values can heal and unite.  \nWatch Gloria Purvis’ Keynote speech at the National Eucharistic Congress\n \nWhat to Expect:  \n\nKeynote from Gloria Purvis \n\n\nImmersive mission exhibits that bring the CIC’s work to life \n\n\nLive music to elevate the atmosphere \n\n\nRefreshments and opportunities to connect \n\n\nA mission moment and invitation to support the CIC’s ongoing work \n\nThis is more than an event\, it’s an experience. Come be part of something meaningful.  \nRegister Here \nSponsorship Opportunities\nSupport Dialogue. Build Community.\nYour support makes the Gallagher Talk possible. This annual event brings nationally recognized Catholic voices into meaningful conversation with our West Michigan community\, creating a space for dialogue\, reflection\, and faith-filled engagement on the most pressing issues of our time. By sponsoring the 2025 Gallagher Talk\, featuring Gloria Purvis\, a nationally recognized Catholic media personality\, you help ensure that this gathering remains open and accessible to all. Sponsorships not only strengthen the Catholic Information Center’s mission of forming missionary disciples and fostering vibrant ministries\, but also publicly affirms your commitment to building bridges of understanding and hope in our community. \nGallagher Talk Sponsorship
URL:https://grcic.org/event/2025gallaghertalk/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251018T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251018T153000
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SUMMARY:Formando Discípulos Intencionales
DESCRIPTION:Una Introducción a nuestra realidad espiritual\, el viaje sepiritual hoy\, y por dónde empexamos. \nRegístrate aquí
URL:https://grcic.org/event/formando-discipulos-intencionales/
LOCATION:Diocese of Grand Rapids – Cahtedral Square\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:español
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251021T113000
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SUMMARY:55Plus Series: Welcoming the Stranger - Immigration\, Faith\, and the Journey of the Soul
DESCRIPTION:In a world marked by movement\, displacement\, and division\, the Gospel calls us to radical hospitality and compassion. Join Holy Cross Father John Korcsmar for a timely and thought-provoking presentation on immigration. As we reflect on our own life journeys\, we are invited to see the migrant’s path as a mirror of our spiritual pilgrimage – seeking home\, belonging\, and grace. Drawing from Scripture\, Church tradition\, and pastoral experience\, Father Korcsmar will explore how welcoming migrants is not only a moral imperative but a spiritual opportunity. This presentation is part of the 55 Plus Series\, exploring spirituality and vitality in the second half of life. \nRegister Here
URL:https://grcic.org/event/55plus-series-welcoming-the-stranger-immigration-faith-and-the-journey-of-the-soul/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:55 Plus Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251102T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251102T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T023729
CREATED:20250825T170238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T151409Z
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SUMMARY:Busy Person's Retreat - Rooting in the Holy
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling worn\, yet restless? Do you long to lead your everyday life from a deeper\, less anxious place? Does Jesus’s invitation to “come away for awhile” seem impossible? \nThe Catholic Information Center in collaboration with Dominican Center Marywood have designed an experience of retreating to weave into your regular life so that you can come away for awhile and root in the Holy. \nThis unique retreat experience offers you collective space and personalized guidance to meet God within the fullness of your busy life. We will learn about and experience spiritual practices\, bring awareness to our energy resources\, time management and spiritual habits (health?)\, and explore what might root you in the deep peace of God’s holiness so that you can be strengthened\, focused\, and fruitful in your daily life. \nYou can expect to commit to three 2-hour gatherings where we learn and practice on Sunday afternoons\, 2 1-hour individual sessions with a Spiritual Director at times that work with your schedule during the first two weeks of November\, and between 10 minutes and half an hour each day to try some of the spiritual practices and prayer. In all spaces\, we will practice reflective listening so that we can hear the whispers of God within our lives. \nFor those who attended in 2024\, this is a new offering\, so join us! \n“Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord\,\nwhose confidence is in him.\nThey will be like a tree planted by the water\nthat sends out its roots by the stream.\nIt does not fear when heat comes;\nits leaves are always green.\nIt has no worries in a year of drought\nand never fails to bear fruit.” ~Jeremiah 17:7-8 \nRegister Here
URL:https://grcic.org/event/busy-persons-retreat-rooting-in-the-holy/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251106T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T023729
CREATED:20250731T143219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T150110Z
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SUMMARY:Women of Vision: Exploring the Lives and Legacies of Women in the Catholic Tradition
DESCRIPTION:Attend onsite or online\nSuggested donation: $20 per event\n“Without the generous contribution of many women\, the history of Christianity would have developed very differently.”\n— Pope Benedict XVI\, General Audience\, Feb. 14\, 2007  \nThis fall\, we invite you to join us for Women of Vision\, a monthly series that celebrates the lives\, gifts\, and spiritual contributions of women throughout Catholic history. They shaped the Church and the world around them\, building a legacy of resilience\, vision\, and innovation. They mirror for us our missionary discipleship at the service of the world today.   \nEach month\, one of our featured presenters will reflect on the lives of three women in the Catholic tradition\, highlighting the historical context and the gifts that they expressed through their leadership – gifts that are still needed today.   \nTwo weeks following each presentation\, participants are invited to gather in a Wisdom Circle for a small group experience of prayer and reflection on the presentation. Multiple scheduling options are available.  \nFeatured Presenters  \nSeptember 3\, 2025 – Sister Barbara E. Reid\, O.P.\, Ph.D.\, a Dominican Sister of Grand Rapids\, is the President of Catholic Theological Union in Chicago and the Carroll Stuhlmueller Distinguished Professor of New Testament Studies. She is also General Editor for the Wisdom Commentary Series\, a new 58-volume feminist commentary on the Bible published by Liturgical Press. Sister Barbara received a Master of Arts from Aquinas College and her Ph.D. from Catholic University of America.  Dr. Reid will guide us through the lives of some of the earliest disciples of Jesus named in the New Testament.  \nOctober 1\, 2025 – Bronwen McShea\, Ph.D. is a historian\, writer\, and speaker\, and she is the author of three books\, including Women of the Church: What Every Catholic Should Know (2024). She writes a column for The Pillar and has contributed reviews and essays to The Wall Street Journal\, First Things\, America Magazine\, and many other periodicals. She has furthermore held research and teaching positions at Loyola University Chicago\, Columbia University\, the University of Nebraska Omaha\, Princeton University\, and several other institutions. She holds a Ph.D. in History from Yale University and an M.T.S. in the History of Christianity from Harvard University\, where she also completed her undergraduate studies. She is based in New York City\, not far from her hometown of Cornwall in the Hudson Valley. Dr. McShea will offer her reflection on the lives of women from the middle ages.   \nNovember 6\, 2025 – Dr. Shannen Dee Williams is Associate Professor of History at the University of Dayton. She is an award-winning scholar of the African American experience and Black Catholicism with research and teaching specializations in women’s\, religious\, and Black freedom movement history. Dr. Williams holds a B.A. in history with magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa honors from Agnes Scott College\, a M.A. in Afro-American studies from the University of Wisconsin at Madison\, and Ph.D. in history from Rutgers University. A lifelong Catholic\, Dr. Williams authored the award-winning column\, The Griot’s Cross\, for the Catholic New Service from 2020 to 2022. Dr. Williams will share her insights on the women religious of the 18th and 19th centuries.   \nDecember 4\, 2025 – Patricia Cooney-Hathaway Ph.D. is a professor of spirituality and systematic theology and the chairperson of the licentiate in sacred theology degree committee at Sacred Heart Major Seminary\, where she has worked since 1987. She is the author of the award-winning book Weaving Faith and Experience. She also serves as the associate editor of Human Development Magazine. Dr. Cooney-Hathaway will offer her reflections on women of the modern era.   \n\n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nWisdom Circles: A Space for Reflection and Growth \nTwo weeks after each presentation\, participants are invited to gather in Wisdom Circles. These small group sessions are designed to deepen your experience and offer the space to:  \n\nPray together \n\n\nShare insights and personal reflections \n\n\nExplore how the stories of these women illuminate your own God-given gifts \n\nMultiple scheduling options will be offered each month based on participant interest and availability. Whether you’re seeking spiritual nourishment\, community\, or discernment\, the Wisdom Circles are a place to grow in faith and understanding.   \nFacilitators:   \nCami Beecroft-Mann\, trauma informed spiritual director and certified grief care specialist.   \nBarbara Conklin\, marriage preparation coordinator for St. Peter’s parish in Douglas.  \nMary Martin\, program coordinator for the CIC Leadership Formation Institute.  \n___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nWith Gratitude \n \nThis series is made possible through the generous support of a grant from the Paulist Mission Advancement Office. We are deeply grateful for their commitment to fostering spiritual formation and affirming the leadership of women in the Church today.  \n  \n  \nRegister
URL:https://grcic.org/event/women-of-vision-series_2025-11/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251113T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T023729
CREATED:20251020T184528Z
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SUMMARY:55 Plus Series - Circle of Life: A Conversation on Catholic Life Planning
DESCRIPTION:Attend in-person or online \nSuggested donation: $15-25 \nEnd-of-life planning isn’t always easy to think about\, but preparing now is one of the most meaningful ways to care for your loved ones. By making your intentions known through a will or estate plan\, you ease their burden and ensure your wishes reflect the faith and legacy you’ve built. Whether you’re just beginning to think about these decisions or refining your plans\, this event will help you move forward with confidence and purpose. \nCo-Sponsored by the Catholic Information Center and the Catholic Foundation of West Michigan \nRegister Here
URL:https://grcic.org/event/55-plus-series-circle-of-life-a-conversation-on-catholic-life-planning/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:55 Plus Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T023729
CREATED:20251020T181410Z
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SUMMARY:Road to the Well: Dignity\, Identity\, Purpose
DESCRIPTION:Discovering Our Path to Jesus and the Eucharist \nRediscover the joy of being fully known and loved by God.  Explore how the encounter between Jesus and the woman at the well (John 4) reveals our own path of conversion and deep relationship with him. Through the lens of Theology of the Body and the wisdom of St. John Paul II\, we’ll uncover how our faith calls us to become a truly Eucharistic people – rooted in love\, renewal\, and communion. \nNovember 19: Dignity\, Identity\, Purpose: How John Paul II Opened Us to a Mature  Relationship with God  \n\nMary Jo Thayer\, TOB Educator\, speaker\, and author\, will present how Man and Woman He Created  Them: A Theology of the Body lays out God’s plan for Creation\, leading us to a more  personal and deeper relationship with God.\n\nJanuary 21: Dignity\, Identity\, Purpose: What Gives Us Purpose \n\nMelissa Krupp\, co-founder of The Abundant Catholic\, podcaster\, writer\, and Catholic Couples Mentor\, will share her conversion story when she recognized Christ’s presence in her life in learning about God’s plan for Creation. \n\nFebruary 25: Dignity\, Identity\, Purpose: You are Seen  \n\nVeronica Quintino-Aranda\, a TOB Institute Certified Trainer\, MSW\, and Spiritual Director\, will present how God sees us as His beloved children of God as Jesus saw the Woman at the Well. \n\nMarch 18: Dignity\, Identity\, Purpose: Jesus’ Redeeming Love Transforms Us  \n\nBarbara Scott\, Spiritual Director and Master Catechist\, will lead us in a  reflection on Jesus’ loving redemption as part of God’s plan for Creation\, culminating in the  Eucharist\, which in turns transforms us to participate in His plan.\n\nSeries Hosted at the Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49503\, 7-8:30 p.m. Attend online or onsite.  \nAll presentations will be available in English and Spanish. Please indicate your language preference when registering.  \nSponsored by: Catholic Information Center\, HELP Pregnancy Aid\, and Theology of the Body West Michigan. \nRegister
URL:https://grcic.org/event/road-to-the-well-dignity-identity-purpose/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251201T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251201T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T023729
CREATED:20251103T165232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T170532Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening in December: A Weary World Rejoices
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this community-wide event of meaningful dialogue\, prayer\, and reflection as we prepare to celebrate the birth of Christ. \nThis year’s theme invites us to acknowledge the weariness many feel in today’s world – and to rediscover the hope and renewal that Advent offers. Reconnect with the promise of joy that comes even in difficult times. \nWhether you come seeking peace\, connection\, or simply a moment to pause\, Evening in December is a welcoming place to begin your Advent journey. \nAll are welcome. \nHosted at the Catholic Information Center. Co-sponsored by Bethlehem Lutheran\, Cathedral of Saint Andrew\, First United Methodist\, and Westminster Presbyterian. \nProceeds from the event will benefit the Community Service Center at Westminster Presbyterian – a new initiative to provide a warming center in collaboration with downtown area churches and Degage. \nRegister Here
URL:https://grcic.org/event/an-evening-in-december-a-weary-world-rejoices/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251207T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251207T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T023729
CREATED:20251114T154253Z
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SUMMARY:Stations of the Crèche: A Journey Through the Nativity
DESCRIPTION:All Saints Parish\, 500 Iroquois Dr\, Fremont\, Michigan 49412 \nIn-person only \nStep into the heart of the Christmas story in this contemplative and immersive experience where we are invited to walk with the Holy Family through the mystery of the Incarnation. Inspired by the tradition of the Stations of the Cross\, this program reimagines the journey to Bethlehem through a series of prayerful stations – each one illuminating moments of hope\, struggle\, and God’s presence. From the Annunciation to the Flight into Egypt\, each station includes Scripture\, reflection\, and visual storytelling that connect the birth of Christ to our lives today. \nPresented by Mark Mann\, director of programs and institutes for the Catholic Information Center. \nRegister
URL:https://grcic.org/event/stations-of-the-creche-a-journey-through-the-nativity-2/
LOCATION:All Saints Parish\, Fremont Michigan\, 500 Iroquois Dr\, Fremont\, MI\, 49412\, United States
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