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Cursillo is an international
Catholic movement recognized by the Catholic Church which has subsequently
spread to several other Christian churches. It began in Spain in 1949 and
was started by Bishop Juan Hervas and Dr. Eduardo Bonnin.
Its name comes from the Spanish word
"Cursillo" which means "small course". The original
full name is "Cursillos de Cristiandad," meaning
"short course in Christianity".
The Cursillo Weekend is neither a
traditional retreat nor a theoretical course. It is best described as an
experience which leads to discovering a better life and what is fundamental
in Christianity. During the three days of the weekend, participants have a
deep and profound experience of Christian life:
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We get to know ourselves better
(encounter self)
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We experience the presence and
love of Jesus Christ (encounter Jesus)
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We see the goodness that can be
provided by a loving
and caring Christian
Community (encounter others)
The three day weekend helps you experience
your Catholic faith more fully. You are motivated to engage in a spiritual
life filled with joy, laughter and enthusiasm, and to discover an enhanced
relationship with God. Presentations and discussions, led by a team of Catholic
lay people and spiritual advisors, will emphasize:
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The meaning of Grace and
the Sacraments
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The need for prayer and ways of living
life in union with God
The whole point of the Cursillo movement is
that ordinary people can steadily grow in the love and service of God and
neighbor for the rest of their lives. The Cursillo weekend can represent
the first essential step along the way or perhaps deepen your current
spiritual life. Christian growth is a life-long process. Cursillo provides
a framework for this process both during the three days and after your
weekend in what is called the Post-Cursillo. In the Post-Cursillo the
emphasis is on maintaining a vibrant and growing Christian community from
which springs the apostolic action required to make ours a better world in
which to live.
Cursillo awakens a consciousness of power
and the mission to become a leader in the work of Christian renewal,
with the support of a Christian community.
If you have any questions, please talk with your sponsor.
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