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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
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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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