Catholic Information Center

Catholic Inquiry Class
2019-09-05 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Thursdays, September 5 – November 14
Choice of attending the Morning Sessions–10am-noon OR the Evening Sessions–6:30-8:30pm
To Register or for questions: Call John Graveline at 616-459-7267 ext. 1910 or email john@cathedralofsaintandrew.org.
This eleven-week program is designed for those who wish to learn more about the Catholic faith and way of life and for Catholics who wish to update or renew their understanding of Catholic Teaching. Specific topics are presented each week and participants are encouraged to present questions for discussion. CFD: Theology
September 5: Introduction, Prayer, God
September 12: The Bible
September 19: Genesis 1,2,3
September 26: Jesus Christ
October 3: The Church
October 10: Grace, sacraments and initiation
October 17: Holy Eucharist, Communion and the Mass
October 24: Morality, conscience and sin
October 31: Reconciliation, penance and confession
November 7: Marriage and sexuality
November 14: Death and the future

Catholic in Recovery
2019-08-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2019-08-06 12:00 - 13:00, 2019-06-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Catholic in Recovery seeks to support those suffering from addictions and unhealthy attachments by integrating the help they receive from twelve step recovery groups with scriptural reflection, and the sacramental love and mercy provided through the Catholic Church. The goal of every group encounter and interaction is connection—connection with others who have struggled or still struggle from a similar state as well as connection to Jesus Christ, the Lord that delivers new life.
Meetings are held at the Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave. S., Suite 2A. For more information, visit catholicinrecovery.com/meetings or contact Jonathan at jonrhicks@gmail.com or 717-706-7052.

Holy Brew for Adults in their 20s & 30s: What’s Brewing in Your Life? (Aug.)
2019-08-15 18:30 - 20:30 | Perrin Brewing, 5910 Comstock Park Drive, Comstock Park, MI, 49321, United States
Thursday, August 15, 6:30-8:30pm
With Fr. Michael Hennessy, CSP
Meeting at Perrin Brewing
(5910 Comstock Park Dr., Comstock Park MI 49321)
At Holy Brew, we come together as young adults and talk about life and faith over a meal and a pint. It’s a great way to meet new people, connect with the Grand Rapids young adult Catholic community, and to connect our faith with our everyday lives. Our past discussion topics have included prayer, the Holy Spirit, friendship, and fomo. Come on your own or bring a friend as we go deeper into our Catholic faith.
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Encountering Christ in our Daily Lives
2019-07-23 19:00 - 20:30 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Tuesday, July 23, 7-8:30pm
With Eric Hernandez, Paulist Seminarian
This program focuses on the encounter St. Paul had with Christ and how this encounter changed his life. We all encounter Christ regularly and St. Paul gives us an example of how we can live our lives in response to these encounters. This being an example of imitating Christ.
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Family Picnic and Presentation Transformed by Grace: Pope Francis & Everyday Holiness
2019-07-21 15:00 - 17:15 | Cathedral of St. Andrew
Sunday, July 21, 3-5:15pm
Presentation by Paul Fahey
At the Cathedral of Saint Andrew Parish Center
(301 Sheldon SE, Grand Rapids MI 49503)
Pre-registration required. Call 616-459-7267
$10 per person or $15 per household
A light picnic dinner will be served from 3–4pm, followed by a presentation for adults from 4-5:15pm. Childcare is provided during the presentation. Feel free to bring a blanket to picnic outdoors on the lawn if weather permits.
Growing in holiness is often spoken of in terms of spiritual things we need to do; as if we just worked hard enough, we can make ourselves holy. However, insights from Pope Francis’ recent teaching on holiness, “Rejoice and Be Glad” illustrate how holiness is really about God’s work of transforming us into Himself throughout our daily lives.
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Holy Brew for Adults in their 20s & 30s: What’s Brewing in Your Life? (July)
2019-07-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Perrin Brewing, 5910 Comstock Park Drive, Comstock Park, MI, 49321, United States
Thursday, July 11 6:30-8:30pm
With Fr. Michael Hennessy, CSP
Meeting at Perrin Brewing
(5910 Comstock Park Dr., Comstock Park MI 49321)
At Holy Brew, we come together as young adults and talk about life and faith over a meal and a pint. It’s a great way to meet new people, connect with the Grand Rapids young adult Catholic community, and to connect our faith with our everyday lives. Our past discussion topics have included prayer, the Holy Spirit, friendship, and fomo. Come on your own or bring a friend as we go deeper into our Catholic faith.
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Paperback Picnic: The Universal Christ
2019-07-09 17:30 - 19:00 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Tuesday, July 9, 5:30-7pm
The Universal Christ: How a Forgotten Reality Can Change Everything We See, Hope For, and Believe by Richard Rohr
Discussion led by Fr. Joachim Lally, CSP
Cost: $15. Includes dinner.
Register by calling 616-459-7267
Join us for a picnic dinner and a book talk as Fr. Joachim discusses Richard Rohr’s long-awaited book on Jesus. Rohr considers “The Universal Christ” to be the culmination of everything else he has written and taught and preached in a lifetime of ministry and contemplative practice.
**Reading the book is not required, but copies will be available at the CIC. (We will be picnicking indoors.)
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Summer Movie Night! Paul: Apostle of Christ
2019-06-19 18:30 - 21:00 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Wednesday, June 19, 6:30-9pm
At the Catholic Information Center
Please pre-register by calling (616) 459-7267
Enjoy popcorn, a movie and a short discussion as we watch Paul, Apostle of Christ. The film tells the story of Paul, who was known as a ruthless persecutor of Christians prior to his conversion to Christianity. The plot focuses on his becoming a pivotal figure in the formation of the early church before being executed by Emperor Nero in Rome. Directed by Andrew Hyatt, this film stars James Faulkner as Saint Paul and Jim Caviezel as Saint Luke. (Families are welcome! The film is not appropriate for children under age of 13. Rated PG-13) ($10 donation requested)
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Plan de vida para hombres y mujeres La necesidad de ser cada día mejores
2019-06-15 09:00 - 13:00 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Te invitamos al Taller:
Fecha: Sábado 15 de Junio y Sábado, 17 de Agosto, 9am-1pm
Coaches: Hugo Orlando Zamora y Valeria Scheid Zamora
Fecha límite de inscripción: Lunes 10 de Junio. Cupo límite: 24 hombres, 24 mujeres.
Regístrate llamando a 616-459-7267 O regístrate por correo electrónico: register@catholicinformationcenter.org
Donación: $10. Incluye materiales y almuerzo
Lugar:The Catholic Information Center (El Centro de Información Católica), 360 Division Ave., S, Suite 2A, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Identifica y aplica acciones para que encuentres el verdadero sentido de tu vida, definas tus objetivos y metas y te enfoques a alcanzarlos con facilidad. Se te mostrará como reprogramar tu mente y cambiar tu forma de pensar para alcanzar el éxito y conseguir la vida que siempre has querido. ¡Conocerás un proceso para elaborar tu Plan de Vida como principal motivo para vivir, disfrutar y de superarte! ¿Que harás con el resto de tu vida?
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Holy Brew for Adults in their 20s & 30s: What’s Brewing in Your Life? (June)
2019-06-13 18:30 - 20:30 | Perrin Brewing, 5910 Comstock Park Drive, Comstock Park, MI, 49321, United States
Thursday, June 13, 6:30-8:30pm
With Fr. Michael Hennessy, CSP
Meeting at Perrin Brewing (5910 Comstock Park Dr., Comstock Park MI 49321)
Discussion Topic: FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)
Have you experienced this in your life? Do you have a fear of regret, or anxiety that you are missing an opportunity, an experience or event? We will discuss our own experiences with this fear. Then we will connect it to our Catholic faith; reflect on what scripture has to say to us and then talk about a path forward.
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The Silver Age: What is God Calling Me to Now?
2019-06-12 10:00 - 11:30 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Wednesday, June 12, 10-11:30am
Presented by Fred Johnson
Cost: $15 (includes lunch following the program)
Registration Required by Thursday, June 6
Fred will lead a discussion on life and discipleship after “work” for the faithful Christian in their silver years. We will be drawing upon the wisdom of Joan Chittister, Ron Rolheiser, R. Paul Stevens, Mickey McGrath, David Richo, Thea Bowman and a few of the saints.
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Cathedral of St. Andrew Parish Festival
2019-06-09 13:30 - 16:30 | Cathedral of St. Andrew
Sunday, June 9, from 1:30-4:30pm
On the Piazza at the Cathedral of Saint Andrew
Kick off your summer fun and join us for our annual Parish Festival! This festival binds the communities of the Cathedral of Saint Andrew, the Catholic Information Center and Heartside Neighborhood residents together for an afternoon of delicious food, great music, and a special Bilingual Unity Mass at Noon. Mark your calendar now!

Dispelling Estate Planning Myths and Discussing Estate Plan Tools
2019-06-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Thursday, June 6, 7-8:30pm
Presented by Nicholas Ryan, Attorney
This session will explain estate and Medicaid planning, look at tools available to help with the process, and will explore myths associated with the estate planning process. ($10 donation requested)
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Divorce Support Group
2019-06-05 19:30 - 20:45 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Wednesdays, June 5-August 7, 7:30-8:45pm
Facilitated by Jim Kline
Cost: $15 includes a copy of the book, Divorce and Beyond
A ten-week series offered for all who are divorced or are in the process of becoming divorced. Led by those who have gone through the process themselves, these support groups provide a pathway to personal growth.
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2019 Biblical Training Institute for Michigan Catholics: Old Testament
2019-06-01 08:30 - 15:00 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
The Catholic Information Center’s Biblical Institute is designed to help you:

Develop a deep understanding and love for sacred scripture
Explore scripture with biblical experts
Grow as a Bible study leader in your parish
Become a joyful bearer of the Good News, sharing the Word with the world

Date: Saturday, June 1, 2019
Format: Saturday Conference meeting from 8:30am–3:00pm. Earn Diocesan Certification hours, 5hrs per conference.
Cost: $75
Speaker: Bradley Gregory, PhD, Catholic University of America
Topics: Kings & Prophets, On the Way to Exile, Prophets in Exile, After the Exile

Adult Confirmation Preparation: Receiving the Gift of the Holy Spirit
2019-05-23 18:30 - 20:30, 2019-05-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Thursdays, February 21 – May 23, 6:30-8:30pm
With Fred Johnson and John Graveline
Cost: $40 for books and materials
Our Adult Confirmation program, offered in collaboration with other local parishes, is designed to help you come to a deeper understanding of how the Holy Spirit works in your life and in the life of the Church. Life as an adult requires an adult faith that is able to respond to adult challenges. This program combines faith-sharing, small-group discussion, reflection and prayer. CFD: Theology & Spirituality

Who may take this course? Adults ages 17 and older who have been Baptized and celebrated Holy Communion in the Catholic Church.
When is Confirmation for Adults celebrated? Confirmation will be celebrated on June 8, 2019 for those who wish to be confirmed at the Cathedral of Saint Andrew.

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Church Architecture in Grand Rapids
2019-05-16 10:00 - 13:00 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Thursday, May 16, 10am-1:00pm (lunch follows the program – registration required)
With Fr. Bob Cary, CSP
Cost: $15.00
What people believe affects how they pray and how they pray influences how they design the space in which they pray, i.e. CHURCH ARCHITECTURE. This workshop will examine this principle and tour examples of Romanesque, gothic, orthodox, American colonial and modern churches in Grand Rapids. (This is primarily a walking tour of the churches near the Cathedral of Saint Andrew. Bus transportation will be provided for the churches further away.) CFD: Evangelization
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Teologia catolica del sacramento del Bautismo y curso practico para las platicas del Bautismo
2019-05-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Miércoles, 15 y 22 de mayo
las 7 a 8:30 de la noche
Facilitada por el Padre Luis Garcia
La mayoria de nuestra parroquias tienen la fuente bautismal a la entrada de la iglesia simbolizando la iniciacion a la vida sacramental a traves del agua bautismal. A traves de estas dos clases revisaremos la teologia del bautismo a traves de la historia de la iglesia y tendremos consejos practicos para dar una adecuada charla prebautismal. CFD: Theology (se solicita una donación de $10)
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A Path Through Genesis
2019-05-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Mondays, May 6 & 13, 7-8:30 p.m.
With Fr. Bob Cary, CSP
Make your travel plans! This two-session course explores the first 11 chapters of the Book of Genesis: creation, Adam & Eve, Cain & Abel, the great flood, the Tower of Babel. Genesis does have some very important truths to teach us. Bibles provided, just pack your power of inquiry. ($10 donation per session requested) CFD: Theology ($10 donation requested.)
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Holy Brew (May)
2019-05-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Perrin Brewing, 5910 Comstock Park Drive, Comstock Park, MI, 49321, United States
Thursday, May 2, 6:30p
Perrin Brewing
5910 Comstock Park Dr.
Comstock Park, MI 49321
At Holy Brew, we come together as young adults and talk about life and faith over a meal and a pint.
If you’re coming on your own or it’s your first time at a Holy Brew, what we do is put together tables of about six people to talk about a topic. It’s a great way to meet new people and connect with other young adults.
Our next topic: #fomo. Really. (Fear of missing out.)

Have you experienced this in your life?
Do you have a fear of regret, an anxiety that you are missing an opportunity, an experience, or event?

At our tables, we’ll speak about our own experiences with this fear. And we’ll then connect it to our Catholic faith; we’ll reflect on what scripture has to say to us and then talk about a path forward.

Biblical Training Institute for Michigan Catholics 2019: Old Testament
2019-04-27 08:30 - 15:00 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Date: Saturday, April 27, 2019, 8:30am-3:00pm
Cost: $75.00
Presenter: Dr. Steve Mueller, CSP
Topics: Old Testament–The Law: Origins & Ancestors; Liberation & Land; Covenant Guidelines; Renewing the Covenant
Register at: catholicinformationcenter.org/bible
Diocesan Certification Hours: (5hrs per conference attended) will be given to participants. CFDs=Theology for Biblical sessions, Evangelization for Leadership skills sessions.

¡Y lo vimos resucitar!
2019-04-25 19:00 - 20:30 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Jueves 25 de abril, las 7 a 8:30 de la noche
Facilitada por Zulema Moret
Las primeras que llegaron a la tumba de Jesús fueron mujeres y discípulas que venían con él desde Galilea (Lucas 8, 2-3) Las mujeres recibieron la Buena Nueva de su Resurrección y la propagaron. En este taller, a partir del testimonio: “No está aquí, sino que ha resucitado” [Mt 28,7; Mc 16,7; Lc 24,6], vamos a orar y reflexionar sobre este acontecimiento. A partir de estas lecturas reafirmaremos la importancia de las mujeres en la construcción del Reino, y en sus relaciones con Jesús. Mediante la oración visualizaremos y expresaremos nuestra relación con su Resurrección en nuestras vidas y en el presente. CFD: Evangelization (se solicita una donación de $10)
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The Gift of the Eastern Catholic Churches
2019-04-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Wednesdays, April 24 & May 1, 7-8:30 pm
With Dr. Robert Marko
A primer on Catholic Churches in union with Rome but not Roman Catholic. The first session will trace the various schisms that contributed to lack of communion among the Churches of the first millennium and consider various attempts at healing the division between Eastern and Western Christianity during the second millennium. The second session will explore the gift that the Eastern Catholic Churches bring to the universal Church. CFD: Evangelization ($10 donation per session requested.)
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Adventures in Volunteering
2019-04-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Monday, April 22, 10-11:30am
Cost: $15.00 (includes lunch following the program-registration required)
Registration Required
Volunteering not only helps others but leads to new discoveries and new friends. Plus, studies show that volunteering promotes a healthier and more active lifestyle! Join us as we learn about two remarkable agencies and the work they do in Grand Rapids. Perhaps you will find a new opportunity for volunteering! Guests: Angie Drier of RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program and Kay Fricano of Kids Food Basket.
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Simple Ways to Find Humility in Daily Life
2019-04-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Thursday, April 11, 7-8:30pm
With Fr. Charlie Brunick, CSP
Our culture frequently uses the terms “pride” and “self-confidence” interchangeably. Pride is the satisfaction we get from achievements. Self-confidence is the trust we have in our abilities and judgment to handle something. Humility, however, is a modest view of one’s importance, acknowledging the needs of others as greater than our own. You can have both self-confidence and humility. You cannot have both pride and humility. Join Fr. Charlie as he explores this virtue along with the simple ways and benefits of building humility into our daily lives. CFD: Spirituality ($10 donation requested.)
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For the Life of the World: Lent Art & Prayer
2019-04-09 13:00 - 14:30 | Catholic Information Center, 360 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Tuesdays, April 9 & 16, 1-2:30 pm
With Rilma Fix, James Wisnewski, & John Graveline
An invitation to enter more deeply into the Easter Mysteries through peaceful, prayerful engagement with art. This guided contemplative prayer will focus on the universal and personal meaning of Jesus’ passion, death, and resurrection through the painting and sculpture of local artist and teacher James Wisnewski. CFD: Spirituality ($10 donation per session requested.)
Rilma Fix received her spiritual formation at Dominican Center/Marywood. She has facilitated programs in spirituality at local parishes including St. Robert in Ada and St. Luke in Allendale.
James Wisnewski taught for four decades at Grand Rapids Catholic Central High School. His series of 28 paintings entitled “The Way of the Cross” were displayed at St. Mark Episcopal Church during the inaugural ArtPrize in 2009.
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Holy Brew for Adults in their 20s and 30s: What’s Brewing in Your Life?
2019-04-04 18:30 - 20:30 | 7 Monks Taproom, 740 Michigan Street NE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503
Discussion Topic: Friendship and Faith
Thursday, April 4, 6:30-8:30pm
With Fr. Michael Hennessy, CSP
*Meeting at 7 Monks Taproom (740 Michigan Avenue, Grand Rapids, MI 49503)
Registration Required: Call 616-459-7267 or email register@catholicinformationcenter.org
Faithful friends are a sturdy shelter; whoever finds one finds a treasure. (Sirach 6:14)
Thursday, April 4
Continuing our discussion about friendship, we’ll talk about making new friends and meeting more people. It’s often hard making new friends in our 20s and 30s. What are ways we can meet new people and forge new bonds and how can our Catholic faith help us on this journey? CFD: Evangelization
