A Morning Online Retreat for Couples, Saturday, November 14, 8 - 11 a.m.

Fr. Dennis Moorman, MM will lead this retreat for engaged and married couples while exploring the ideas of: the power of body awareness for healing, belonging to my family, balancing the dynamic of giving and receiving in the couple relationship, letting go of family baggage, honoring those who came before, and moving on to begin a new family. For more information and to register please contact Socorro Truchan at struchan@diokzoo.org by November 11.
 

Persons with Disabilities are invited to a virtual gathering from 3:00 – 4:00p.m. on Sunday Nov. 22^nd.  The focus is to build fellowship and have fun.  We’ll play bingo, spend some time getting to know each other, and have a brief reflection on a scripture passage before ending with prayer.  To learn more or to register go to https://diokzoo.org/persons-with-disabilities or contact Lisa Irwin at 269-903-0177 or lirwin@diokzoo.org by Nov. 13^th.
 

The Way is a free and easy to use online faith-formation program designed to provide an innovative solution for any family to learn, pray and live the faith together. Lessons are available for 1^st through 8^th grade students with additional resources for those who want to learn more about a certain subject. Access this diocesan created program and learn more at diokzoo.org/theway.
 

First Sunday of Advent
Jesus said to his disciples “Be watchful! Be alert!”  Mark 13:33

Topic: Going Forward & Combatting Racism
Go to www.diokzoo.org/racism

USCCB Combatting Racism, Parish & Educational Resources; Videos, Practical Steps for Eradicating Racism; How Can Catholics Help Lead the Fight Against Racism?

Reflection/Discussion: How has your understanding of racism changed during Black Catholic History Month? Name 3 things you learned about yourself regarding racism. What are 2 steps you can take to combat racism in your life? As we move into the new Church year, how can you help raise awareness of racism in your parish & begin to make a difference? As Jesus said: “Be Watchful! Be alert!”

Lord Jesus, give us eyes to see, ears to hear, & hearts to love all, especially our brothers & sisters we used to ignore or disregard. Open wide our hearts. Amen

Feast of Christ the King
“Whatever you did for the least brothers of mine, you did for me.”  Matthew 25:40

Topic: White Privilege
Go to www.diokzoo.org/racism

What Is White Privilege Really? The Privilege Walk. Deconstructing White Privilege. For White People Who Don’t Consider Themselves Racist.

Movies: Hidden Figures; Just Mercy; Mudbound;  Pride; The Blind Side; The Help

Books: Just Mercy, White Fragility, Yucaipa and My White Privilege

Reflection/Discussion: Having used some of the resources above, what is your understanding of white privilege? How does it affect your life? How does it impact your faith and participation in your parish?

Jesus, make us aware of our privileges and prejudice as we work to receive all people with respect and love, as you did so well.
33^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
The Lord said: I think thoughts of peace and not of affliction.  Jeremiah 29:11
Topic: The Church and Racism

Go to www.diokzoo.org/racism

USCCB A Pastoral Letter and Combatting Racism - Videos; Engaging in a ‘racial examination of conscience; Black Lives Matter; The Dignity of Black Lives; Catholics Talk About Race and Ethnicity; What the Church Is Teaching & Learning About the Sin of Racism

Reflection/Discussion: What does the Church teach about racism? How is that reflected/modeled in your parish? What impact does racism have on your faith, your community worship?

God of all, we ask for the grace to overcome the evil of racism and to build a just and peaceful society.
33^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
The Lord said: I think thoughts of peace and not of affliction.  Jeremiah 29:11


Topic: The Church and Racism

Go to www.diokzoo.org/racism

USCCB A Pastoral Letter and Combatting Racism - Videos; Engaging in a ‘racial examination of conscience; Black Lives Matter; The Dignity of Black Lives; Catholics Talk About Race and Ethnicity; What the Church Is Teaching & Learning About the Sin of Racism

Reflection/Discussion: What does the Church teach about racism? How is that reflected/modeled in your parish? What impact does racism have on your faith, your community worship?


God of all, we ask for the grace to overcome the evil of racism and to build a just and peaceful society.

Retiro Virtual para Hombres, Sábado 14 de Noviembre del  2020  de 12 a 5 p.m. vía Zoom
Spanish Virtual Retreat for Men, Saturday, November 14, 2020 from noon to 5 p.m. via Zoom

El retiro para hombres es el sábado 14 de noviembre desde el mediodía hasta las 5 p.m. a través de Zoom con el tema del retiro es La Espiritualidad del Corazón Masculino. Será una tarde de reflexión y acompañamiento dedicada a Dios y a ustedes mismos. El conferecista será Fray Bernardo Moya Montero OFM de Waterford, WI; Coordinator Mission Appeal, General Secretariat of the Franciscan Missions. Registrarse a diokzoo.org/multicultural-hispanic o contactar a Maria Trumm a mtrumm@diokzoo.org o 269-903-0197.

The retreat for men is on Saturday, November 14, 2020 from noon to 5 p.m. via Zoom with the theme of La Espiritualidad del Corazón Masculino. It will be an afternoon of reflection, accompaniment and dedicated to God. The main speaker will be Fray Bernardo Moya Montero OFM from Waterford, WI; Coordinator Mission Appeal,  General Secretariat of the Franciscan Missions. Register at https://diokzoo.org/multicultural-hispanic or contact Maria Trumm at  mtrumm@diokzoo.org or call 269-903-0197.