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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180502T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180502T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T223459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T223459Z
UID:10380-1525287600-1525293000@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Best Kept Secrets of Religion:  A Faith Response to "Garden Variety Anxiety"
DESCRIPTION:Just what are we “vaguely anxious” about? Do we frequently look for “distractions” to help us deal with our anxieties about loneliness\, aging\, political issues\, nuclear proximity\, etc.? What is the primary difference between “anxiety” and “fear”? Any connection with the issues of alcohol\, drugs\, occasional “emotional meltdowns”? How do our religious practices possibly hinder or relieve these vague anxieties? CFD: Spirituality\nThis program will be live streamed at catholicinformationcenter.org \nWith Fr. Joachim Lally\, CSP \n$10 Offering Suggested \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Garden_Variety_Anxiety”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/best-kept-secrets-religion-faith-response-garden-variety-anxiety/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180424T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180424T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180125T231237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180125T231237Z
UID:10466-1524596400-1524601800@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Vida Sacramental y el sacramento de la reconciliación
DESCRIPTION:El Concilio Vaticano II definió la Iglesia como sacramento e instrumento de salvación para los hombres. En esta cuaresma y a través de estas dos secciones yo voy a compartir con los asistentes las reflexiones teológicas del Padre Gustavo Baena\, Sacerdote Jesuita\, doctor en teología sacramental. Estas reflexiones nos ayudaran entender mejor la vida sacramental y aprovechar las gracias que nos concede Dios a través del sacramento de la Reconciliación. CFD: Espiritualidad o teología \nPadre Luis García es un sacerdote colombiano y ordenado en la Diocesis de Grand Rapids\, MI. Padre Luis estudio en el seminario mayor San Pedro Apóstol en\, Cali\, Colombia filosofía y teología y estudio su maestria en teología en St. Mary’s University en Mundelein Illinois. El es asociado pastoral en la parroquia de San Antonio en Grand Rapids\, MI. \n(Se sugiere donación de $10) \n ¡DONA AHORA! con “Quick Give” o donar en la clase.   \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”10″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Vida Sacramental y el sacramento de la reconciliacion”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/vida-sacramental-y-el-sacramento-de-la-reconciliacion/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180419T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180419T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T235235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T235235Z
UID:10407-1524164400-1524169800@grcic.org
SUMMARY:La Liturgia de la Eucaristía
DESCRIPTION:En la Eucaristía nos unimos ya a la liturgia del cielo y los unos a los otros. Venga a conocer más sobre la liturgia eucarística en la cual Dios nos lleva hacia la comunión con él y con los demás\, formándonos y transformándonos para que vivamos siendo el Cuerpo de Cristo en el mundo.\nCFD: Teología \nFacilitada por el Padre René Constanza\, CSP \n(Se sugiere donación de $10) \n ¡DONA AHORA! con “Quick Give” o donar en la clase.   \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”10″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=La Liturgia de la Eucaristia”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/la-liturgia-de-la-eucaristia/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180419T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180419T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T221802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T221802Z
UID:10375-1524164400-1524169800@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Science and Religion: How to Make Sense of the Issues?
DESCRIPTION:• Session 1— Ever hear people say that science has made religion unnecessary? This presentation will confront this objection by explaining the limitations of what science can explain and why faith remains ever necessary.\n• Session 2— How are we to make sense of God’s role in the evolution of humankind? Come discover the meaning of Genesis in a new light as we explore the latest in scientific theories and pathways to understanding our faith. CFD: Evangelization\nThis program will be live streamed at catholicinformationcenter.org\nWith Paolo Puccini\, CSP & Fr. Kyle Kilpatrick \n$10 Offering Suggested \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Science_and_Religion”] \n\n 
URL:https://grcic.org/event/science-religion-make-sense-issues/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Stream
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180414T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180414T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T214851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T214851Z
UID:10368-1523694600-1523718000@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Biblical Training Institute for Michigan Catholics
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 14\, 8:30am – 3pm\nWith Dr. Steve Mueller\, PhD\nCost: $75 per Conference or $240 for all four conferences\nCFD: Theology\nThe Catholic Information Center’s Biblical Training Institute is designed to help you:\n• Develop a deep understanding and love for scared scripture\n• Explore scripture with biblical experts\n• Grow as a bible study leader in your parish\n• Improve leadership and facilitation skills\n• Earn a Biblical Formation Certificate and Catechist Certification credits\n• Become a joyful bearer of the Good News\, sharing the Word with the world \n 
URL:https://grcic.org/event/biblical-training-institute-michigan-catholics/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180412T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180412T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T214120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T214120Z
UID:10362-1523527200-1523532600@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Catholicism: The Pivotal Players
DESCRIPTION:Bishop Barron is on a new journey to unlock the truth behind the Catholic Church’s most influential people\, by illuminating a handful of saints\, artists\, mystics\, and scholars who not only shaped the life of the Church but changed the course of civilization. With Bishop Barron’s epic film series and discussion\, this four-week series will explore the lives of St. Francis of Assisi and G. K. Chesterton. CFD: Evangelization \nWith Irene Strom\, MAT \n$10 Offering Suggested \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Catholicism_Pivotal_Players”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/bishop-robert-barrons-series-catholicism-pivotal-players/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180410T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180410T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T214625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T214625Z
UID:10367-1523386800-1523392200@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Putting the Zing in Evangelizing
DESCRIPTION:God’s story comes alive in our stories. Join Fr. René in exploring four gospel stories that illustrate how Jesus puts the “zing” in God’s mission and how we as his followers are called to put the “zing” in bringing the Good News to a world that needs it.\nCFD: Spirituality \nWith Fr. René Constanza\, CSP \n$10 Offering Suggested \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Zing_Evangelizing”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/putting-zing-evangelizing/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180404T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180404T204500
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T213820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T213820Z
UID:10361-1522868400-1522874700@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Best Kept Secrets of Religion: A Faith Response to Cell Phone Overuse
DESCRIPTION:Cell-phones: A blessing and a curse? How has cell-phone usage affected our daily lives? Our family lives? Our friendship lives? Our faith lives? What does this say about our ability to communicate on a deeper\, more personal level? Does our cell-phone usage say anything about our prayer practices? Can we sit down and rationally come up with guidelines and boundaries that relate to the saying: “The tail wagging the dog?” CFD: Spirituality\nThis program will be live streamed at catholicinformationcenter.org \nWith Fr. Joachim Lally\, CSP \n$10 Offering Suggested \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Cell_Phone_Overuse”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/best-kept-secrets-religion-faith-response-cell-phone-overuse/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180403T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180403T141500
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T230713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T230713Z
UID:10391-1522760400-1522764900@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Sharing My Personal Story (April)
DESCRIPTION:There are so many questions we wish we had asked our parents and grandparents; their answers may have provided some needed guidance. Through the use of questions you select and your brief responses\, you will be able to share bits of wisdom gleaned from your life experience and faith journey. At the end of the series\, you will have a memorable present\, in an attractive booklet format that may provide guidance\, laughter and courage for the children in your life. CFD: Evangelization \nMeets on Feb 6\, March 6\, April 3\, May 1\, June 5\, July 3\, August 7\, Sept 4 and Oct 2 \nWith Sr. Mary Kay Oosdyke\, OP \n$10 Offering Suggested \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Sharing_My_Personal_Story_April”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/sharing-personal-story-april/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180321T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180321T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180201T235053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180201T235053Z
UID:10601-1521658800-1521664200@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Lecturas Para Meditar
DESCRIPTION:“Para aprender acerca del corazón humano dependemos de las experiencias vitales y de los guías que encontramos a lo largo del camino. Estas páginas ayudarán al lector a reconocer muchas características del corazón: Un corazón amable. Un corazón humilde. Un corazón que no juzga. Un corazón que celebra. Un corazón que confía… Le asegurarán que las tormentas de la vida son el lugar donde buscar a Dios. Le ofrecerán la sabiduría de que «la verdadera paz requiere resistencia al mal\, pero no de cualquier manera». Le mostrarán que debe «arriesgarse a renovarse». Le ayudarán a reconocer y valorar el tesoro que posee”. \nJOAN CHITTISTER\, religiosa benedictina\, escritora y conferenciante\, es una voz audaz y clara que muestra el camino hacia Dios en todos los aspectos de la vida\, y en particular mediante la oración. \n[/highlight](Se sugiere donación de $10) \n ¡DONA AHORA! con “Quick Give” o donar en la clase.   \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”10″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Lecturas Para Meditar”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/lecturas-para-meditar-2/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:español
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180321T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180321T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T213450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T213450Z
UID:10360-1521658800-1521664200@grcic.org
SUMMARY:The Jewish Roots of the Mass
DESCRIPTION:As Holy Thursday approaches Fr. Bill will examine the roots of the Mass in the Exodus and the Jewish Passover. What was the Passover like at the time of Jesus? What was Jesus’ purpose for instituting the Eucharist during the feast of Passover? What did Jesus mean when he said “this is my body….this is my blood”? Come away from this class with a deeper understanding of the Eucharist\, the prayers of the Mass\, and the memorial meal in which we share in the Passion of Jesus Christ. CFD: Theology\nThis program will be live streamed at catholicinformationcenter.org \nWith Fr. Bill Edens\, CSP \n$10 Offering Suggested \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=The_Jewish_Roots_of_Mass”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/jewish-roots-mass/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180313T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180313T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180125T194829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180125T194829Z
UID:10359-1520967600-1520973000@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Irish Tea with Fr. G
DESCRIPTION:Stories of the Celtic Soul Friends: Their Meaning for Today\n“Anyone without a soul friend is like a body without a head\,” St. Brigit once said. What was true for Brigit in fifth century Ireland is all the more true for us in our complex modern world. Join Fr. Geaney for Irish tea and scones as he shares the stories of the four leaders of the early Celtic church–St. Patrick\, St. Brigit\, St. Columcille\, and St. Coman of Land Ela—who demonstrate the idea of the “soul friend” or spiritual mentor for our own faith\, lives\, and work. CFD: Evangelization \nWith Fr. John Geaney\, CSP \n$10 Offering Suggested \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Irish_Tea”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/irish-tea-fr-g/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180306T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180306T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T212008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T212008Z
UID:10353-1520362800-1520368200@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Holy\, Holy Mole\, Guacamole!
DESCRIPTION:Cost $15 per person for the food ingredients\nAn evening of music\, conversation and ethnic food as we learn about the spirituality of the indigenous peoples of Mexico and consider the role that corn has played in pre- and post-Columbian survival. We will be making authentic guacamole and tamales together\, and sampling posole\, and champurrado. CFD: Evangelization \n \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Holy_Mole_Guacamole”] \n 
URL:https://grcic.org/event/holy-holy-mole-guacamole/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180306T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180306T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T212759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T212759Z
UID:10355-1520359200-1520364600@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Holy Brew for Adults in their 20s and 30s: What’s brewing in your mind?
DESCRIPTION:Meeting at Harmony Hall (401 Stocking Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49504)\nJoin Father Rene Constanza\, CSP and Sister Maria Serra Garcia\, FSE this Lent for a heart to heart conversation on life\, love\, and anything in between.\n• March 6 — Life: What’s Love got to do with it?\n• March 13 — Suffering: What’s Love got to do with it? \n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Holy_Brew”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/holy-brew-adults-20s-30s-whats-brewing-mind/
LOCATION:Harmony Hall\, Stocking Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180306T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180306T141500
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T230000Z
UID:10389-1520341200-1520345700@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Sharing My Personal Story (March)
DESCRIPTION:Series meets one Tuesday each month beginning February 6\, 1-2:15pm\nWith Sr. Mary Kay Oosdyke\, OP \n(Meets on: Tuesday\, February 6\, March 6\, April 3\, May 1\, June 5\, July 3\, August 7\, September 4\, and October 2.)\nThere are so many questions we wish we had asked our parents and grandparents; their answers may have provided some needed guidance. Through the use of questions you select and your brief responses\, you will be able to share bits of wisdom gleaned from your life experience and faith journey. At the end of the series\, you will have a memorable present\, in an attractive booklet format that may provide guidance\, laughter and courage for the children in your life. CFD: Evangelization \n$10 Offering Suggested \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Sharing_My_Personal_Story_March”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/10389/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180305T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180305T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T003536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T003536Z
UID:10349-1520276400-1520280000@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Lectio Divina for Lent
DESCRIPTION:  \nAs we read\, listen and respond deeply to the Word\, we grow in communion with God and with God’s people. Join Fr. René and other participants during Lent for an hour of praying with the following Gospel stories: The Woman at the Well\, The Man born Blind and The Raising of Lazarus from the Dead. Lectio Divina is a Latin term for divine reading. It is a contemplative way of reading the scriptures. \nCFD: Spirituality \n$10 Offering Requested \n \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Lectio_Lent”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/lectio-divina-lent-2/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grcic.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/lectio1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180301T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180301T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T234555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T234555Z
UID:10401-1519930800-1519934400@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Lectio Divina
DESCRIPTION:Jueves\, 1\, 8 y 15 de marzo\, desde las 7 a las 8 de la noche\nFacilitada por el Padre René Constanza\, CSP\nEn esta Cuaresma venga a conectarse con las historias bíblicas (La Mujer Samaritana\, El Hombre Ciego de Nacimiento\, y Lázaro Vuelve a la Vida) de una manera profunda y personal por medio de este método de oración. CFD: Espiritualidad \n(Se sugiere donación de $10) \n ¡DONA AHORA! con “Quick Give” o donar en la clase.   \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”10″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Lectio Divina”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/lectio-divina/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:español
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180228T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180228T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T211015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T211015Z
UID:10352-1519844400-1519849800@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Best Kept Secrets of Religion:  A Faith Response to the Mass Killing Epidemic
DESCRIPTION:In this presentation we will take a closer look at the epidemic of mass killings from the perspectives of religion\, psychology and sociology. What is developing in our culture today that promotes such unexplainable violence? What can we learn from these tragedies? A “mass-shooting” is defined as the shooting of at least 4 people\, not including the shooter. There have been 1\,516 mass shootings in the past 4.7 years! What’s going on? We will take a look together at possible causes and possible remedies. CFD: Evangelization  This program will be live streamed at catholicinformationcenter.org \n$10 Offering Requested \n \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Mass_Killing_Epidemic”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/best-kept-secrets-religion-faith-response-mass-killing-epidemic/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Stream
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180226T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T002634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T002634Z
UID:10347-1519673400-1519675200@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Lectio Divina for Lent
DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, February 26\, March 5 & 12\, 7-8pm \nWith Fr. René Constanza\, CSP  \nAs we read\, listen and respond deeply to the Word\, we grow in communion with God and with God’s people. Join Fr. René and other participants during Lent for an hour of praying with the following Gospel stories: The Woman at the Well\, The Man born Blind and The Raising of Lazarus from the Dead. Lectio Divina is a Latin term for divine reading. It is a contemplative way of reading the scriptures. \nCFD: Spirituality \n$10 Offering Requested \n \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Lectio_Lent”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/lectio-divina-lent/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180226T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180226T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180122T235911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180122T235911Z
UID:10322-1519671600-1519677000@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to the Bible
DESCRIPTION:This 5 week series is an introduction to the basics of reading the Scriptures. Learn more about how the Bible is structured\, why the Bible is “the Word of the Lord\,” about morality\, ethics\, the difference between the Protestant and Catholic Bible and how to apply stories\, poems\, and letters from ancient times to the complexities of modern life. CFD: Evangelization         \n\nWeek 1: The Big Story\nWeek 2: Navigating the Book\nWeek 3: The Word of God\nWeek 4: Applying the Bible to Real Life\nWeek 5: Catholic and Protestant Understanding of the Bible\n\nGreg Smith has Master of Divinity degree from Calvin Theological Seminary. He has spent thirty years teaching and writing about the Bible around the US and globally. Greg is a member of Our Lady of the Lake Parish. \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Intro_to_Bible”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/introduction-to-the-bible/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180224T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T233648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T233648Z
UID:10399-1519462800-1519473600@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Entrenamiento para el Ministerio de Lector  (La Práctica)
DESCRIPTION:Fecha: el sábado\, 24 de febrero\, desde las 9 de la mañana hasta las 12 del medio día\nFacilitado por el Padre Paulista René Constanza\, CSP\nContribución: $10 se puede hacer en la entrada\nEste taller es para las personas que ahora sirven en el ministerio de lector o que están interesados en el ministerio. Temas como (i) la preparación para servir como lector y (ii) habilidades de comunicación\, serán el enfoque del taller. Habrá un ejercicio de práctica que le hará ver por su propia experiencia que su efectividad al leer en público mejora cuando disminuyen la velocidad y el paso de la lectura. CFD: Evangelización \n(Se sugiere donación de $10) \n ¡DONA AHORA! con “Quick Give” o donar en la clase.   \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”10″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Entrenamineto para el Ministrio de Lector_02-21″]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/entrenamiento-para-el-ministerio-de-lector-la-practica/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:español
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180221T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180221T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180124T235106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180124T235106Z
UID:10404-1519239600-1519245000@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Tiempo De Cuaresma:  Limpiar La Casa\, Abrir La Puerta Y Volver A Dios
DESCRIPTION:Facilitada por Zulema Moret\nEl tiempo de Cuaresma nos invita a reflexionar\, a sanar y purificar el corazón de ansiedades y de la falta de confianza. Abramos la puerta del Corazón para volver a Dios\, con transparencia interior. Para poder escuchar a Dios es necesario dejar espacios en nuestra casa interior\, y entonces podremos abrir la puerta para volver a El. En este taller\, mediante la oración y la expresión\, reflexionaremos\, sobre estos tres momentos en nuestro re/encuentro con un Dios vivo\, Dios de infinito e incondicional amor. CFD: Espiritualidad\n(Se sugiere donación de $10)\n\n\n ¡DONA AHORA! con “Quick Give” o donar en la clase.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”10″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Cuaresma_02-21″]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/tiempo-de-cuaresma-limpiar-la-casa-abrir-la-puerta-y-volver-dios/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:español
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180220T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180122T235552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180122T235552Z
UID:10318-1519153200-1519158600@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Lector Training
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, February 20 & 27\, 7-8:30pm \nWith Fr. John Geaney\, CSP \nCost: $20 per person \nThis course is ideal for people who are already proclaiming the Word in their parishes as well as those who wish to become lectors. Fr. Geaney explains how a lector contributes to the Liturgy\, the difference between acting and proclaiming and the best ways to use our human voices to communicate God’s word. The practicum portion of the training allows participants to proclaim prepared scriptures for each other to learn more about pronunciation\, articulation and working with microphones.   CFD: Evangelization \n**Participation is limited to 15 people. The fee is $20 per person. Participants must be recommended by their pastors. To enroll: The pastor may email a list of parishioners who wish to attend this class to \nregister@catholicinformationcenter.org \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Lector_Training”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/lector-training/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180215T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180215T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180122T234956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180122T234956Z
UID:10317-1518721200-1518726600@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Catholic Morality 101: The Roots of Good and Evil
DESCRIPTION:What is sin? Do you naturally turn first to the 10 Commandments for the definitive list? Dive more deeply into the questions of right and wrong with this two-part series on the foundations of Catholic Moral Theology. Through studying the Gospels and virtues\, we will discover the deepest truths of God’s desire for humanity. CFD: Theology \nThis program will be live streamed at catholicinformationcenter.org \n$10 Offering Requested \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Roots_of_Good_and_Evil”] \n\n 
URL:https://grcic.org/event/catholic-morality-101-roots-good-evil/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Live Stream
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180214T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180214T204500
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180122T234145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180122T234145Z
UID:10305-1518636600-1518641100@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Divorce Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. The book\, Divorce and Beyond\, will be used as a guide and is included in the series cost of $15. \nFacilitated by Jim Kline \nGive Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Divorce_Support_Group”]
URL:https://grcic.org/event/divorce-support-group/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180214T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180214T204500
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180201T230125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180201T230125Z
UID:10573-1518634800-1518641100@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Lecturas Para Meditar
DESCRIPTION:“Para aprender acerca del corazón humano dependemos de las experiencias vitales y de los guías que encontramos a lo largo del camino. Estas páginas ayudarán al lector a reconocer muchas características del corazón: Un corazón amable. Un corazón humilde. Un corazón que no juzga. Un corazón que celebra. Un corazón que confía… Le asegurarán que las tormentas de la vida son el lugar donde buscar a Dios. Le ofrecerán la sabiduría de que «la verdadera paz requiere resistencia al mal\, pero no de cualquier manera». Le mostrarán que debe «arriesgarse a renovarse». Le ayudarán a reconocer y valorar el tesoro que posee”. \nJOAN CHITTISTER\, religiosa benedictina\, escritora y conferenciante\, es una voz audaz y clara que muestra el camino hacia Dios en todos los aspectos de la vida\, y en particular mediante la oración. \n(***) El libro se consigue en Amazon.com (en Kindle Edition y en papel) \nASPECTOS DEL CORAZÓN (by JOAN CHITTISTER (Author)\,‎ María García Fernández (Translator) \nKindle  $2.97 Read with Our Free App/  Paperback  from $25.08 \n(Se sugiere donación de $10) \n ¡DONA AHORA! con “Quick Give” o donar en la clase.   \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”10″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Lecturas Para Meditar”] \n 
URL:https://grcic.org/event/lecturas-para-meditar/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180213T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180213T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180122T233106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180122T233106Z
UID:10299-1518548400-1518553800@grcic.org
SUMMARY:The Journey: Jesus and His Teachings
DESCRIPTION:The Journey\, is a six-week Lenten small group program. Through video\, discussion and sharing\, participants can refresh and renew their relationship with Jesus Christ as each session explores His teachings about love\, justice\, faithfulness\, and mission. (This year\, in conjunction with the Cathedral of Saint Andrew\, we offer Part 3 of The Journey series from Paulist Evangelization Ministries.)     CFD: Spirituality \nWe have reached our capacity for this small group\, so registration is now closed. Space is available for groups meeting at different locations on Wednesday and Thursday evenings\, so please contact Fred Johnson at fred@cathedralofsaintandrew.org to register. \n  \n$10 Offering Requested \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n 
URL:https://grcic.org/event/journey-jesus-teachings/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180208T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180208T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180122T232448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180122T232448Z
UID:10296-1518116400-1518121800@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Great Books! Rediscover Jesus by Matthew Kelly
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, February 8 and March 8\, 7-8:30pm \nBook discussion led by Sue Ann Clark \nAt a time when many people are spiritually disillusioned and searching for ways to live\, love\, work\, and play that nurture the soul\, Matthew Kelly once again delivers a powerful book that encourages us\, challenges us\, and invites us to rediscover the beautiful possibilities God places before us daily. Perfect for the Lenten season\, this book offers short daily chapters\, points to ponder\, and questions to consider. CFD: Evangelization  \n**Rediscover Jesus books are available for purchase at the CIC office. \n\nFeb 8- An introduction to the book.  Learn how this book can impact your understanding of who Jesus is and how Jesus can help you find answers to deeply personal questions.\n\n\nMarch 8- A discussion based on your personal thoughts made while reading Rediscover Jesus. Has your relationship with Jesus deepened?  What have you discovered through your reading?\n\n$10 Offering per Session Requested \n \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=Rediscover_Jesus”] \n\n 
URL:https://grcic.org/event/great-books-rediscover-jesus-matthew-kelly/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180207T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180207T204500
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180122T230242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180122T230242Z
UID:10292-1518030000-1518036300@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Best Kept Secrets Series:Freedom of Conscience: What Does This Really Mean?
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, February 7\, 7-8:45pm \nPresented by Fr. Joachim Lally\, CSP \nFr. Joachim discusses the moral questions that we all are challenged to deal with at one time or another in our lives. What does Vatican Council II have to say that perhaps wasn’t emphasized enough before the Council?   CFD: Evangelization \n$10 Offering Requested \n \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=FreedomofConscience”] \n\n 
URL:https://grcic.org/event/best-kept-secrets-seriesfreedom-conscience-really-mean/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Stream
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180206T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180206T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T165209
CREATED:20180122T223956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180122T223956Z
UID:10284-1517943600-1517949000@grcic.org
SUMMARY:Catholicism 101- The Who\, What and Why’s of Lent
DESCRIPTION:With Fred Johnson \nFred will share the history and meaning of Lent and answers all your questions about ashes\, abstinence\, repentance\, and why Catholics pray\, fast\, and contemplate during this special season before Easter. CFD: Spirituality \nThis program will be live streamed at catholicinformationcenter.org \n$10 Offering Requested \n \n Give Now by Selecting Quick Give or pay at class.  \n  \n\n[gravityform id=”3″ title=”true” description=”true” ajax=”true” field_values=”program_title=The_Who…of_Lent”] \n\n 
URL:https://grcic.org/event/catholicism-101-whys-lent/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center\, 360 Division Ave S.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Stream
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