The document outlines the agenda for a School of Leaders meeting, including:
1) Bible Enthronement and reflection to start the meeting.
2) Doctrine and technique talks on various Cursillo topics such as weekend themes.
3) Closing prayer led by Our Lady of Guadelupe and St. Paul, the patron saints of Cursillo.
The document provides details on the leader's opening prayer and a diagram of the Cursillo mosaic formed by the weekend rollos. It also includes potential additions or thoughts on enhancing the action, leaders, and environments rollos.
The document outlines the agenda for a School of Leaders weekend meeting. The agenda includes Bible enthronement and reflection, a leader's prayer, doctrine and technique talks on various weekend themes, and closing prayer. Key points covered in the leader's prayer include asking God for depth in the movement rather than surface glory, a spirit of self-sacrifice, courage in initiatives, good judgment, and unity among members.
The document outlines the agenda for a School of Leaders meeting, including discussions on presenting the weekend message in a unified way through connecting the themes of the rollos, and additions to the outlines of the Action, Leaders, and Environments rollos to better link their content. The meeting aims to ensure the rollos work together to convey the three encounters of self, God, and others that define the Cursillo weekend experience.
This document outlines the agenda and content for a weekend Cursillo retreat. It includes meditations, rollo talks, and prayers focused on encountering oneself, God, and others. The rollos are designed to present a unified message covering topics like ideals, lay spirituality, and living a life of grace. The overall goal is for candidates to understand how to live out their piety, study, and apostolic action as Christians.
The document provides an overview of the themes presented in the lay rollos (presentations) during a Cursillo weekend. It discusses how the rollos fit together to support the three encounters that candidates experience: encounter with self, encounter with God, and encounter with others. The rollos are designed as a "mosaic" or "puzzle" to present a unified message about growing closer to God and supporting one another. The document reviews each of the lay rollos and how they relate to the three encounters and spiritual growth of candidates. It emphasizes that the rollos should guide candidates' reflections and help them understand how to deepen their faith through study, prayer, and evangelization after the weekend.
This document outlines the theological framework and structure of a Cursillo weekend. It discusses the key phases and talks that make up the weekend experience. The weekend is designed to help participants experience conversion through several distinct phases: an introductory retreat, proclamation of the Christian faith, development of the Christian life, and going out to live one's faith in the world. Each talk and activity aims to further participants' understanding and commitment to living as faithful Christians. The document provides details on the objectives and content of each talk and phase of the Cursillo model.
The document provides an agenda for a Cursillo weekend meeting that will discuss weekend themes. It includes an opening prayer, reflections, doctrine and technique talks on various topics like the installation of secretariat members and weekend themes. The document emphasizes building a unified message through the rollos that results in the candidate's understanding of piety, study, and action. It provides examples of how the rollo topics and themes can be linked to reinforce this message, such as having themes focused on the three encounters of self, God, and others.
This document outlines the themes and key ideas from each rollo presented on a Cursillo weekend. It discusses the three encounters participants have: with self, God, and others. For the encounter with self, themes include knowing yourself, ideals, grace, and being a layperson in the church. For the encounter with God, themes involve leaders, obstacles to grace, study, action, and the sacraments. For the encounter with others, themes comprise environments, Christianity in action, life in grace, being a Cursillista beyond the weekend, and total security. The document was intended to review and approve the themes identified from discussions over the prior 4 months.
This document outlines the agenda and themes for a weekend meeting of the School of Leaders. It includes an opening prayer, reflections, doctrinal and technique talks, and a closing prayer. The technique talks focus on reviewing and approving themes for the rollos (presentations) given during Cursillo weekends. Themes were developed based on prior discussions to highlight the main ideas and takeaways from each rollo. The meeting aims to brief rollistas on the rollo themes to maintain consistency and depth across weekends. The schedule for future School of Leaders meetings is also included.
The document outlines the agenda for a School of Leaders weekend meeting. The agenda includes Bible enthronement and reflection, a leader's prayer, doctrine and technique talks on various weekend themes, and closing prayer. Key points covered in the leader's prayer include asking God for depth in the movement rather than surface glory, a spirit of self-sacrifice, courage in initiatives, good judgment, and unity among members.
The document outlines the agenda for a School of Leaders meeting, including discussions on presenting the weekend message in a unified way through connecting the themes of the rollos, and additions to the outlines of the Action, Leaders, and Environments rollos to better link their content. The meeting aims to ensure the rollos work together to convey the three encounters of self, God, and others that define the Cursillo weekend experience.
This document outlines the agenda and content for a weekend Cursillo retreat. It includes meditations, rollo talks, and prayers focused on encountering oneself, God, and others. The rollos are designed to present a unified message covering topics like ideals, lay spirituality, and living a life of grace. The overall goal is for candidates to understand how to live out their piety, study, and apostolic action as Christians.
The document provides an overview of the themes presented in the lay rollos (presentations) during a Cursillo weekend. It discusses how the rollos fit together to support the three encounters that candidates experience: encounter with self, encounter with God, and encounter with others. The rollos are designed as a "mosaic" or "puzzle" to present a unified message about growing closer to God and supporting one another. The document reviews each of the lay rollos and how they relate to the three encounters and spiritual growth of candidates. It emphasizes that the rollos should guide candidates' reflections and help them understand how to deepen their faith through study, prayer, and evangelization after the weekend.
This document outlines the theological framework and structure of a Cursillo weekend. It discusses the key phases and talks that make up the weekend experience. The weekend is designed to help participants experience conversion through several distinct phases: an introductory retreat, proclamation of the Christian faith, development of the Christian life, and going out to live one's faith in the world. Each talk and activity aims to further participants' understanding and commitment to living as faithful Christians. The document provides details on the objectives and content of each talk and phase of the Cursillo model.
The document provides an agenda for a Cursillo weekend meeting that will discuss weekend themes. It includes an opening prayer, reflections, doctrine and technique talks on various topics like the installation of secretariat members and weekend themes. The document emphasizes building a unified message through the rollos that results in the candidate's understanding of piety, study, and action. It provides examples of how the rollo topics and themes can be linked to reinforce this message, such as having themes focused on the three encounters of self, God, and others.
This document outlines the themes and key ideas from each rollo presented on a Cursillo weekend. It discusses the three encounters participants have: with self, God, and others. For the encounter with self, themes include knowing yourself, ideals, grace, and being a layperson in the church. For the encounter with God, themes involve leaders, obstacles to grace, study, action, and the sacraments. For the encounter with others, themes comprise environments, Christianity in action, life in grace, being a Cursillista beyond the weekend, and total security. The document was intended to review and approve the themes identified from discussions over the prior 4 months.
This document outlines the agenda and themes for a weekend meeting of the School of Leaders. It includes an opening prayer, reflections, doctrinal and technique talks, and a closing prayer. The technique talks focus on reviewing and approving themes for the rollos (presentations) given during Cursillo weekends. Themes were developed based on prior discussions to highlight the main ideas and takeaways from each rollo. The meeting aims to brief rollistas on the rollo themes to maintain consistency and depth across weekends. The schedule for future School of Leaders meetings is also included.
This document outlines the agenda and talks for a weekend Cursillo retreat. It includes an opening prayer led by the leader, reflections on piety and study, and a closing prayer. The piety talk focuses on defining authentic piety and dispelling false concepts. It discusses piety as knowing God and having courage in faith. The study talk emphasizes using intelligence to understand ourselves and God in order to take informed action. It notes study forms us as apostles when combined with prayer. The closing prayer focuses on the importance of fraternal charity within the group.
This document provides an analysis of the Torah portion B'haalot'kha. It explores themes of dissension and rebellion among the Israelites in the wilderness and lessons that can be drawn. Key points discussed include: how complaining arose even with God's presence; the importance of lighting the menorah and spreading God's light; consequences that come from abandoning God's path; and the conclusion emphasizing continually lifting oneself up through challenges. The document uses the text to examine human tendencies towards dissatisfaction and how leaders can help curb rebellion from spreading.
The document discusses ten key Christian doctrines: God, Christ, the Holy Spirit, the Bible, salvation, Christian living, the church, family, the spirit world, and the future. It provides questions and answers about the nature and significance of each doctrine. For example, it explains that Jesus Christ was fully God and fully man, that he died on the cross to atone for humanity's sins, and that he ascended to heaven and will return again. The document aims to outline foundational theological beliefs and their importance.
This is a study of Jesus blessing the giver. He said it is more blessed to give than to receive. This quote is not in the Gospels, but was a verbal memory of many of the followers of Jesus.
This is a study of Jesus encouraging charity. He said it is more blessed to give than to receive. He wanted believers to be generous to those who had needs.
The document discusses the Acts 16:5 Initiative, which aims to help churches develop a defining vision for transformational and missional ministry. It involves seminars for pastors and teams, vision teams to apply concepts, and pastor clusters for encouragement. Key concepts include developing a high expectation for the church's future, shifting from programs to implementing a vision, and refining the vision based on vital signs like being spirit-driven, disciple-directed, and need-responsive. The initiative challenges churches to apply these concepts by taking next steps like forming a vision team or joining a pastor cluster.
Activist Faith is at the foundation of Spirituality. It begins in prayer that builds relationship with the Almighty God, and dwells in his promises. This is personal story from Viv Grigg speaking of the development of that Faith over the decades.
This document provides an overview and introduction to a DiscipleMakers class aimed at teaching participants how to use God's word to lead seekers to saving faith in Jesus Christ. The class will cover topics like conversion, memory scriptures, sin, the cross, grace, repentance, and salvation doctrines. It emphasizes the importance of asking purposeful questions to guide Bible study with seekers, get to the heart of issues, and empower seekers to critically engage with scripture on their own.
This is a study of Jesus as God's unspeakable gift. It is a paradox that this unspeakable gift is spoken about by tongues all over the world on a daily basis.
This document discusses principles of biblical discipleship, including that it should be intentional, impacting, personal, and Christlike. It then lists nine principles of biblical discipleship, such as being incarnational, reproductive, impartation, and demonstration. It concludes by addressing common questions disciple-makers may have and providing brief answers, such as contacting a disciple within 24 hours, meeting with them weekly if possible, and getting help if unable to answer a question.
This document discusses what it means to follow Christ and be dependent on Him. It argues that true obedience to Christ comes from a close relationship with Him, where believers rely on Him for wisdom, strength, and direction, similar to how branches rely on and draw nourishment from a vine. It warns that trying to live the Christian life through self-effort alone will lead to defeat, emptiness, and a lack of spiritual fruit. True obedience flows from abiding in Christ through prayer, Bible study, confession, and continually trusting in Him.
This document contains excerpts from a talk given by Tim Keller at the New York Summer Conference in 2012. The passages discuss the idea that work should be seen as worship to God rather than something that is just "secular." It emphasizes that Christians should allow the gospel to shape how they approach their work with distinction, rather than conforming to prevailing worldviews. The talk encourages Christians to thoughtfully engage culture rather than ignore, assimilate to, or despise it. It also provides "Rules of Engagement" for how Christians can lovingly share their faith.
The document discusses several key experiences of the Israelites in the portion of B'shallach. These experiences involve problems confronting the Israelites, weaknesses or deficiencies of the people, challenges to Moses' leadership, and the need for God's intervention. Each experience provides lessons and opportunities for growth, bringing the people to a deeper understanding of God's expectations. The experiences discussed include: 1) being "let go" from Egypt but having to take a roundabout journey, 2) leaving Egypt "armed" in some sense, 3) God going before the people in a cloud and fire, 4) the miracle at the Red Sea and the Israelites' response, and 5) the Song of the Sea expressing gratitude to God.
Sure You're Mature_Session 3_The World and the Christianroadsidebbc
Sure You're Mature's session regarding the Christian and the world.
Sure You're Mature was a values formation event for the young professionals of today, and was held at Road Side Bible Baptist Church from December 26-29, 2010. The event was attended by different churches.
1) The document discusses 12 qualities of an effective leader as described in the Bible, including having a great purpose in life, removing hindrances, placing oneself at God's disposal, learning to prevail in prayer, being a student of God's word, having a vital message, having faith that expects results, choosing to serve with attitude and action, stirring up gifts in oneself and others, living under the anointing of the Holy Spirit, being an example before leading, and having a heart of integrity.
2) It emphasizes that leadership functions on trust and integrity has high influence value, so leaders must work to develop strong character through discipline and living by a higher standard than followers.
3) Self-assessment and
The document discusses 12 qualities of an effective leader as identified in the Bible. It examines each quality in 1-2 paragraphs, including having a clear purpose, removing hindrances, being available to God's direction, developing prayer habits, studying Scripture, having a message to share, expecting results from God, choosing to serve others, empowering other leaders, living with the Holy Spirit's guidance, leading by example, and developing strong character. The document emphasizes that strong character and integrity are especially important for leaders to develop as it is the foundation of leadership and gaining trust.
This document discusses understanding yourself and overcoming inferiority complexes. It notes that you present yourself before others present you, and your thoughts are what drive your actions and inactions. To overcome inferiority complexes, you must first believe you can sharpen your skills through sincere self-analysis, gap identification, skill development, goal-setting, self-evaluation, and continued improvement. Only you have access to the "computer" of your world defined by your unique fingerprint, so you can appear to be celebrated and rule your world by developing the you within yourself.
Dokumen tersebut membahas tentang membuat presentasi di Microsoft Power Point, meliputi cara membuat dokumen baru, mengubah layout slide, menggunakan tema slide, menambahkan teks, mengatur format teks, dan menyisipkan gambar serta clip art.
This document outlines the agenda and talks for a weekend Cursillo retreat. It includes an opening prayer led by the leader, reflections on piety and study, and a closing prayer. The piety talk focuses on defining authentic piety and dispelling false concepts. It discusses piety as knowing God and having courage in faith. The study talk emphasizes using intelligence to understand ourselves and God in order to take informed action. It notes study forms us as apostles when combined with prayer. The closing prayer focuses on the importance of fraternal charity within the group.
This document provides an analysis of the Torah portion B'haalot'kha. It explores themes of dissension and rebellion among the Israelites in the wilderness and lessons that can be drawn. Key points discussed include: how complaining arose even with God's presence; the importance of lighting the menorah and spreading God's light; consequences that come from abandoning God's path; and the conclusion emphasizing continually lifting oneself up through challenges. The document uses the text to examine human tendencies towards dissatisfaction and how leaders can help curb rebellion from spreading.
The document discusses ten key Christian doctrines: God, Christ, the Holy Spirit, the Bible, salvation, Christian living, the church, family, the spirit world, and the future. It provides questions and answers about the nature and significance of each doctrine. For example, it explains that Jesus Christ was fully God and fully man, that he died on the cross to atone for humanity's sins, and that he ascended to heaven and will return again. The document aims to outline foundational theological beliefs and their importance.
This is a study of Jesus blessing the giver. He said it is more blessed to give than to receive. This quote is not in the Gospels, but was a verbal memory of many of the followers of Jesus.
This is a study of Jesus encouraging charity. He said it is more blessed to give than to receive. He wanted believers to be generous to those who had needs.
The document discusses the Acts 16:5 Initiative, which aims to help churches develop a defining vision for transformational and missional ministry. It involves seminars for pastors and teams, vision teams to apply concepts, and pastor clusters for encouragement. Key concepts include developing a high expectation for the church's future, shifting from programs to implementing a vision, and refining the vision based on vital signs like being spirit-driven, disciple-directed, and need-responsive. The initiative challenges churches to apply these concepts by taking next steps like forming a vision team or joining a pastor cluster.
Activist Faith is at the foundation of Spirituality. It begins in prayer that builds relationship with the Almighty God, and dwells in his promises. This is personal story from Viv Grigg speaking of the development of that Faith over the decades.
This document provides an overview and introduction to a DiscipleMakers class aimed at teaching participants how to use God's word to lead seekers to saving faith in Jesus Christ. The class will cover topics like conversion, memory scriptures, sin, the cross, grace, repentance, and salvation doctrines. It emphasizes the importance of asking purposeful questions to guide Bible study with seekers, get to the heart of issues, and empower seekers to critically engage with scripture on their own.
This is a study of Jesus as God's unspeakable gift. It is a paradox that this unspeakable gift is spoken about by tongues all over the world on a daily basis.
This document discusses principles of biblical discipleship, including that it should be intentional, impacting, personal, and Christlike. It then lists nine principles of biblical discipleship, such as being incarnational, reproductive, impartation, and demonstration. It concludes by addressing common questions disciple-makers may have and providing brief answers, such as contacting a disciple within 24 hours, meeting with them weekly if possible, and getting help if unable to answer a question.
This document discusses what it means to follow Christ and be dependent on Him. It argues that true obedience to Christ comes from a close relationship with Him, where believers rely on Him for wisdom, strength, and direction, similar to how branches rely on and draw nourishment from a vine. It warns that trying to live the Christian life through self-effort alone will lead to defeat, emptiness, and a lack of spiritual fruit. True obedience flows from abiding in Christ through prayer, Bible study, confession, and continually trusting in Him.
This document contains excerpts from a talk given by Tim Keller at the New York Summer Conference in 2012. The passages discuss the idea that work should be seen as worship to God rather than something that is just "secular." It emphasizes that Christians should allow the gospel to shape how they approach their work with distinction, rather than conforming to prevailing worldviews. The talk encourages Christians to thoughtfully engage culture rather than ignore, assimilate to, or despise it. It also provides "Rules of Engagement" for how Christians can lovingly share their faith.
The document discusses several key experiences of the Israelites in the portion of B'shallach. These experiences involve problems confronting the Israelites, weaknesses or deficiencies of the people, challenges to Moses' leadership, and the need for God's intervention. Each experience provides lessons and opportunities for growth, bringing the people to a deeper understanding of God's expectations. The experiences discussed include: 1) being "let go" from Egypt but having to take a roundabout journey, 2) leaving Egypt "armed" in some sense, 3) God going before the people in a cloud and fire, 4) the miracle at the Red Sea and the Israelites' response, and 5) the Song of the Sea expressing gratitude to God.
Sure You're Mature_Session 3_The World and the Christianroadsidebbc
Sure You're Mature's session regarding the Christian and the world.
Sure You're Mature was a values formation event for the young professionals of today, and was held at Road Side Bible Baptist Church from December 26-29, 2010. The event was attended by different churches.
1) The document discusses 12 qualities of an effective leader as described in the Bible, including having a great purpose in life, removing hindrances, placing oneself at God's disposal, learning to prevail in prayer, being a student of God's word, having a vital message, having faith that expects results, choosing to serve with attitude and action, stirring up gifts in oneself and others, living under the anointing of the Holy Spirit, being an example before leading, and having a heart of integrity.
2) It emphasizes that leadership functions on trust and integrity has high influence value, so leaders must work to develop strong character through discipline and living by a higher standard than followers.
3) Self-assessment and
The document discusses 12 qualities of an effective leader as identified in the Bible. It examines each quality in 1-2 paragraphs, including having a clear purpose, removing hindrances, being available to God's direction, developing prayer habits, studying Scripture, having a message to share, expecting results from God, choosing to serve others, empowering other leaders, living with the Holy Spirit's guidance, leading by example, and developing strong character. The document emphasizes that strong character and integrity are especially important for leaders to develop as it is the foundation of leadership and gaining trust.
This document discusses understanding yourself and overcoming inferiority complexes. It notes that you present yourself before others present you, and your thoughts are what drive your actions and inactions. To overcome inferiority complexes, you must first believe you can sharpen your skills through sincere self-analysis, gap identification, skill development, goal-setting, self-evaluation, and continued improvement. Only you have access to the "computer" of your world defined by your unique fingerprint, so you can appear to be celebrated and rule your world by developing the you within yourself.
Dokumen tersebut membahas tentang membuat presentasi di Microsoft Power Point, meliputi cara membuat dokumen baru, mengubah layout slide, menggunakan tema slide, menambahkan teks, mengatur format teks, dan menyisipkan gambar serta clip art.
The document summarizes the results of a survey about thrillers. It shows that the majority of respondents were male aged 16-25. Dark, gray colors and city settings were preferred. Top thriller titles included The Dark Knight and Se7en. Respondents indicated thrillers should include both smart and casual clothing. Common feelings elicited were nervousness, tension and shock. The document concludes the thriller should appeal to young males and use conventions to define the genre.
#abe16 Can You scale down with dygnity ?Ewa Koprowska
The document discusses scaling down operations while maintaining dignity and engagement. It advocates setting a goal to scale down by 20% by July 2017 through agile processes that empower all people. The overall message is that scaling down can be achieved in a dignified way by working together towards shared objectives.
Grouping is essential to achieving the goals of Cursillo and sustaining evangelizers. Effective grouping involves forming small, authentic friendship groups of 3-8 members based on choice rather than assignment. Groups meet regularly to share experiences of piety, study, and action through focusing on their relationship with Christ. New Cursillistas should group as soon as possible with the help of sponsors to ensure perseverance. The goal is for groups to support one another's spiritual growth and jointly evangelize their environments.
Investment habits during High & Low Interest ratesR VISHWANATHAN
1) Knowledge of interest rates is important for retail bankers to guide customers on investment options and pitch products effectively. Interest rates impact the performance of investments and what options make sense for customers.
2) When interest rates are high, options like fixed maturity plans, non-convertible debentures, and corporate bonds provide higher returns. When rates are low, investments like certificates of deposits, stocks, and home loans allow taking advantage of cheaper borrowing costs.
3) For bankers, understanding how interest rates affect the economy, the factors that influence them, and how the Reserve Bank of India uses them as a policy tool helps them advise customers appropriately.
A stringent monetary policy impacts investment decisions by raising interest rates, which makes cash more attractive relative to other investments. For a retail banker, a stringent policy is useful because higher deposit rates will induce more consumers to save rather than spend. When monetary policy is restrictive, cash tends to perform well but when accommodative, investors prefer deploying money in other investments with higher returns than low-yielding deposits. Understanding monetary policy helps position investment portfolios to benefit from policy changes.
Group4Fiscal Policy & Impact on Retail BankingR VISHWANATHAN
This document discusses the importance of fiscal policy knowledge for retail bankers. It defines fiscal policy as a government's use of spending and tax programs to influence the economy. The main objectives of fiscal policy are economic growth, full employment, reducing wealth inequality, controlling inflation, and price stability. It is important for retail bankers to understand fiscal policy as it helps them determine appropriate investment products and returns, and assess market behavior and risk diversification. The document provides examples of how fiscal policy impacts high-yielding fixed deposits and government bonds. It also reviews India's current fiscal deficit trends and targets.
The document discusses the themes of the three days of a Cursillo weekend. Day one focuses on an encounter with self through reflections on grace and one's relationship with God. Day two emphasizes an encounter with Christ through learning how to see Christ and developing a personal relationship with Him. Day three is centered around an encounter with others by considering one's environments and call to spread the gospel through actions and as a Christian leader. The order and themes of the rollos are meant to facilitate moving through these three encounters over the course of the weekend.
The document provides an outline for a Cursillo weekend schedule. It includes details on meditations, rollos, and prayers to be given each day. The schedule follows the three encounters of self, God, and others through presentations on themes like piety, study, environments, and the role of the layperson in the church. Reflection and sharing time with the group is also included each day. The overall goal is to provide candidates an encounter with Christ through community and themes relevant to living out one's faith.
The document outlines the agenda for a Cursillo School of Leaders (SoL) meeting. It includes an opening prayer, reflections, and technique and doctrine talks on various Cursillo topics. Specifically, the technique talk will focus on weekend themes and how the three-day Cursillo is designed to facilitate encounters with self, God, and others. It also provides closing remarks and schedules future SoL meetings over a six-month period.
This document outlines the themes and key takeaways from each of the rollos given on a Cursillo weekend. It discusses the three encounters that occur: with self through reflection on one's ideals, habits, and role in the church; with God through study, sacraments, and loving one's neighbor; and with others by sharing Christ's message and finding total security in God. The document aims to approve or modify brief summaries of the big ideas from each rollo to aid future discussions.
The document discusses the relationship between worship, culture, and the gospel. It addresses how worship leaders influence culture through songs, and the need for theological balance. While culture constantly changes, the gospel remains the same, and cannot be communicated without engaging culture. True worship transforms us, responds to God's initiative, and joins with Jesus in praising the Father through the Holy Spirit.
This document discusses the importance of holiness from a biblical perspective. It provides several definitions of holiness, including: 1) having one's mind aligned with God according to Scripture; 2) striving to avoid sin and obey commands; 3) imitating Jesus Christ. It notes that holiness involves outward conduct, inward motivation, and obedience to God's word. The document laments the decline in holiness preaching and living, and attributes this to issues like undermining biblical authority, lack of role models, and a self-centered theology that focuses on what God can give rather than what He wants us to become.
The document discusses the weekend themes of a Cursillo retreat. It explains that the weekend is designed to facilitate three encounters: an encounter with self, an encounter with God, and an encounter with others. It provides details on how each day focuses on one of the encounters through various presentations and meditations. Friday focuses on the encounter with self, Saturday on the encounter with God, and Sunday ties all three encounters together with a focus on the encounter with others and going forward in the world.
God's plan of salvation is meant to produce holiness in believers. Salvation rescues people from sin, its guilt, power, and eventual presence. While salvation provides forgiveness, it also places believers in union with Christ to be transformed into his moral likeness through the Holy Spirit. The purpose of salvation is because of human sin, which is any lack of conformity to God's law and rebellion against him. God saves people so they can be increasingly conformed to Christ's righteousness, love, humility, and other virtues. Ultimately, God is in the business of holiness - he disciplines believers so they can grow into full Christ-likeness.
The document discusses spiritual disciplines and bringing balance to life. It provides an overview of different spiritual disciplines such as prayer, study, fasting and solitude. It notes that spiritual disciplines allow for growth and transformation by God's grace as we place our minds and bodies before Him. However, spiritual disciplines must be practiced with balance and not become ends in themselves, as too strong an emphasis on either human effort or divine grace can be problematic. The overall goal of the disciplines is to know, love and trust God more fully.
This document discusses discovering one's true identity through understanding who God is, discovering your passions, and understanding your spiritual gifts as a Christian. It explains that spiritual gifts are given by God to each believer for the common good of the faith community. Several spiritual gifts are listed such as discernment, prophecy, teaching, and healing. The document encourages finding your gifts to have real life impact as a follower of Christ.
This document provides an overview of a talk given on chaste living and the journey of discipleship. It includes an opening prayer, goals for the talk, testimony from Carlos about his faith journey, explanations of key concepts like thresholds of conversion and characteristics of married love, and a discussion of Church teachings around human sexuality, the roots and nature of marriage, and chastity. The overall message is about living a holy life through faithful discipleship and stewardship of God's gifts like human sexuality within the context of marriage.
This document discusses Paul Goebbels' admiration for Adolf Hitler. It contains excerpts from Goebbels praising Hitler for greeting him like an old friend and speaking in a way that breaks down all resistance. Goebbels says they will go down in history as the greatest statesmen or criminals. The document portrays Goebbels as a devoted disciple of Hitler.
The document outlines the strategic plan for the Seventh-day Adventist Church from 2010-2015. The plan's goal is for the church to "Tell the World" by having members reach up to God, reach out to others, and reach across barriers. It provides the church's mission statement, values, and facts. The plan details initiatives to increase involvement in Bible study, evangelism, nurturing members, and prioritizing the 10/40 window and major cities. The relationship between mission, resources, unity, and growth are depicted. Administrative focuses include developing leaders and aligning church structures with mission priorities.
The document provides an introduction to Mercy Association, including its founding by Catherine McAuley in Ireland over 175 years ago to spread the Gospel message of love and forgiveness, especially in service to poor women and children. It discusses how the call to Mercy Association, like the call to religious life, is rooted in Scripture and Jesus' teachings and example of ministering to those in need. Members of Mercy Association seek to extend God's mercy to others through compassionate service, following Jesus' call to spread mercy throughout the world.
This document discusses the four key elements of Christian living: faith, love, forgiveness, and living example. It focuses on "the power of light" and emphasizes that Christians are called to be "the light of the world" by living exemplary lives filled with faith, love, forgiveness, and righteousness according to Jesus' teachings. When Christians come together living this way, it can help dispel the moral darkness in the world and draw others to God through their good example. The document stresses that fulfilling Jesus' directive to be "the salt of the earth" and "the light of the world" is the responsibility of all Christians.
The document provides information about the Sacrament of Baptism in the Diocese of Marbel, Santa Cruz Parish. It defines Baptism as being instituted by Jesus, involving water and the Holy Spirit, and marking one's incorporation into the Church. It also discusses the fruits of Baptism as including new life in Christ, forgiveness of sins, and adoption as sons and daughters of God.
This document discusses evangelism and witnessing as a lifestyle. It emphasizes that Christians preach through their example and actions, as unbelievers closely observe how believers' lives match their faith. Believers must balance their influence in the world with avoiding compromise. The document provides tips for how Christians can thoughtfully share their faith, including having compassion, understanding others' perspectives, building friendships, and living hospitably.
The document discusses the importance of groups in achieving the goals of Cursillo. It provides guidance on effective group reunions:
- Group reunions should bring people together in friendship to share their lives, deepen their faith, and support one another's evangelization efforts.
- Groups must focus outward on apostolic action - sharing both successes and failures in evangelizing their environments.
- Groups should be small and autonomous, allowing true sharing and friendship to develop organically between members.
- Effective groups meet weekly and tie members more closely to the overall Cursillo movement through ultreyas.
This prayer by Sir Francis Drake asks God to disturb us in three ways:
1) When we become too pleased with ourselves and our dreams come true without striving.
2) When we have lost our thirst for spiritual fulfillment in favor of material abundance.
3) To push us to boldly venture further and see God's power and glory in losing sight of land and finding inspiration in the stars. The prayer asks God to expand our hopes and strengthen our faith, courage, and love.
3. Leader’s Prayer
† Lord grant that we may understand the necessity for depth in our
Movement, rather than surface glory. Convince us of the truth
that colorful programs do not constitute success.
† My God, give us a spirit of self sacrifice so that we may offer
everything for Your cause: our time, our abilities, our health and
even our lives if necessary. Instill in us courage in our
initiatives, good judgment in our choice of the right means, and
that determination, which in spit of failures, assures victory.
† Move away from us the tiny
rivalries, sensitivities, discourtesies, pride, everything which
distracts from You, everything which divides or discourages.
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4. Leader’s Prayer con’t
† Help us to maintain at a high level, a meaningful supernatural and
mutual charity among ourselves, so that each one will seek by
preference, the most humble task and will rejoice at the good
performed by others, so that all our spirits, united in a common
purpose, will have one single spirit, Yours Jesus, and that this
spirit may let us see Your attractive goodness marked in all our
faces, Your warm accents in all our words, and in our lives
something superior to the world, something that proclaims Your
Living Presence among us. Amen
† Our Lady of Guadelupe, Patron of the Americas, Pray for US.
† St Paul, Patron of the Cursillo, Pray for US.
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7. The Cursillo Mosaic
MED: MED: 3 ROLLO:
MED: KNOW ROLLO:
PRODIGAL GLANCES HABITUAL
YOURSELF IDEALS
SON OF CHRIST GRACE
ROLLO: ROLLO: MED:
ROLLO: ROLLO:
LAYPERSON IN ACTUAL PERSON
PIETY STUDY
THE CHURCH GRACE OF CHRIST
MED:
ROLLO:
ROLLO: ROLLO: ROLLO: CHRIST’S
OBSTACLES
SACRAMENTS ACTION LEADERS MSG TO
TO GRACE
CURSILLISTAS
ROLLO: ROLLO: ROLLO: ROLLO:
ROLLO:
CHRISTI- LIFE IN CURSILLISTA TOTAL
ENVIRONMENTS
ANITY GRACE BEYOND… SECURITY
IN ACTION
8. Environments Rollo
Additions to Rollo Outline
Rollo 3 Day Manual Other Thoughts
Theme References
Environments If a man accepts Principle • Introduction (Add): the Environments rollos has a direct tie to
that his reality is message is not the action and leader rollos. In those presentations we are
made up of the Rollo called to be apostles and take action using the be a friend, make
persons Content, but a friend and bring a friend to Christ methodology. The rollista
the sharing of should emphasize that evangelization is carrying a cross; there
the Rolloista are environments in which the opportunities for evangelization
will be ripe and others where opportunities are limited or non-
existent. But we should always try to evangelize by our example
if nothing else
• 2d Front (Add): To evangelize our environments one needs to
understand an individual’s relationship with God but also the
person’s motivations, goals and fears; what motivates them.
• 3d Front (Add): We are called to persevere in the conversion of
our environments through our example and actions. Our
example will draw some to us and by becoming friends we can
bring others to Christ. Evangelization is a series of gentle nudges
made by an authentic Cursillista. When the Spirit gives us
opportunities to evangelize, never give up.
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9. Encounter with God
PERSON OF CHRIST SACRAMENTS: GIVE
Study: MUST STUDY
MEDITATION: US GRACE AND PUT
GOD CHRIST IS REAL,
TO KNOW GOD AND
US IN THE PRESENCE
OURSELVES
ALIVE, A FRIEND OF GOD
ACTION: WE HAVE
TO REACH OUT AS LEADERS: WE ARE
FRIENDS; SPREAD OBSTACLES TO MILITANT
THE GOSPEL WITH GRACE CHRISTIANS:
OUR EXAMPLE AND APOSTLES
WORDS
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10. Action Rollo
† Intro
– Christian life is expressed In 3 elements:
– Piety directing our whole lives to God
– Study the ongoing process that helps us establish a better relationship w/ God & come
to know His will for us
† Action consequence of being Christian-the expression of our desire to
share God's love; perfection of piety
† Action definition- action is Apostolic Action
– Exercising a power
– It is exercising the power to love
– It is more than just Christian action, it is motivated by trying to spread the Kingdom-
being instruments of the Lord
– Expression & consequence of loving God
† Necessity for Action
– Vital for us-we are perfected by action
– Vital for others- we need Apostles today; Jesus chose us
– Essential for Church- we are called to go & preach, not stay and comment; Church needs
our witness 10
11. Action Rollo
† Elements
– Head-use our intellects-taking time to understand
– Will- well formed judgment
– Arms- doing what is needed
– Knees: prayer and sacrifice
† Qualities of Action
– Rational-use our heads before we act
– Resolute- our action must be bold & sure
– Enthusiastic-joy filled witness
– Constant-constant desire to share the Gospel
– Supernatural- doing all trusting in God
– Apostolic- all we do, we do for the Lord
† Apostolic Method
– Make a friend
– Be a friend
– Bring a friend to Christ 11
12. Leaders Rollo Outline
† Theme: each person's ability (to lead) must be cultivated and strengthened
† Intro
– All are leaders; reinforce action Rollo; action is expression& consequence of our love
of God
– The qualities of a Christian leader are desirable
– Rollo will show who and what a leader is- a person of influence
† Definition
– Lay leaders are those who have heard the Lord and act
– Leaders influence their environments
– Agents of change who motivate others to follow
† They lead by what they are
– Not everyone is good for everything; but all are good for something
– We all have people who depend on us
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13. Leaders Rollo Outline con’t
† What the leader should be
– Mature Catholics
– Understand uniqueness
– One who has control of interior & exterior lives
† The determining factor in formation is will to be formed
– Need determination
– Leaders need to be growing in piety, study, action all the time
† Qualities of a leader
– Natural-ideal/reality; discipline/warmth/initiative/generosity
– Supernatural-faith/humility/ hope/love
† Summary
– Must use all these qualities together to accept and respond to our vocation
– Conclusion-prison story
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14. Thoughts on Action-Leaders-
Environments Rollos
† The themes of the weekend are not defined by days but by the
content of the Rollos
– Encounter with God begins with Piety Rollo
– Encounter with others begins with Action Rollo
† Action, Leaders, Environments are a tripod that must send a
coordinated message
– Action: we are called to act based on our Baptism; Cursillo has a method
to act
– Leaders: are Christians who act: by our example and what we do
• Reinforcement of the Action Rollo message: sets the stage for Sunday
– Environments: need to understand our environments to effectively
evangelize; we will encounter crosses, but must persevere by our actions
as a minimum
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15. Thoughts on Action-Leaders-
Environments Rollos
† Believe the point could be made the mosaic is painted by the
end of the environments rollo and remaining rollos are witness
that the method works
† There is a tendency to make the environments rollo more
sharing than message which must be avoided
– Environments should have liberal sharing, but the message that
understanding one’s environment is important and we must persevere
with at least our example formed by our encounters with God and
Self, must come through loud and clear.
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16. The Cursillo Mosaic
MED: MED: 3 ROLLO:
MED: KNOW ROLLO:
PRODIGAL GLANCES HABITUAL
YOURSELF IDEALS
SON OF CHRIST GRACE
ROLLO: ROLLO: MED:
ROLLO: ROLLO:
LAYPERSON IN ACTUAL PERSON
PIETY STUDY
THE CHURCH GRACE OF CHRIST
MED:
ROLLO:
ROLLO: ROLLO: ROLLO: CHRIST’S
OBSTACLES
SACRAMENTS ACTION LEADERS MSG TO
TO GRACE
CURSILLISTAS
ROLLO: ROLLO: ROLLO: ROLLO:
ROLLO:
CHRISTI- LIFE IN CURSILLISTA TOTAL
ENVIRONMENTS
ANITY GRACE BEYOND… SECURITY
IN ACTION
17. Action and Leader’s Rollos
Additions to Rollo Outlines
Rollo 3 Day Manual Theme Other Thoughts
References
Action The Cursillista must put his Call to Apostolic • Rollo is clean. Outline stands alone
will in motion with decision Action • Need to add words for context: The action
rollo is a call to action. It establishes the
fact that we are in the world, interacting
with others but we have the responsibility
to spread the Kingdom of God
Leaders The Cursillista is called to Leaders Act • Rollo is clean. Outline stands alone
lead with …his person as a • Need to add words for context: The
whole Leaders Rollo follows up on the message
of the Action Rollo which establishes the
requirement to act
• The Leaders Rollo makes the point we are
ALL leaders based on our Baptism and
called to act, to make a difference,
through our example and with our unique
gifts
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18. Discussion
† Are the Action, Leaders and Environments rollos a “mini”
tripod in the middle of the weekend?
† Does the encounter with God begin with the Piety Rollo?
† Does the encounter with others begin with the Action Rollo?
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20. SoL News
† Definitions:
– School of Leaders: the Birmingham Diocese has one SoL
– We are forming a Satellite SoL that will meeting in Huntsville &
Birmingham on the 2d Saturday of each month
• The agenda for both meetings will be identical
– The schedule we will eventually get to is the Satellite SoLs will
meet in Hsv and B’Ham the first two month of each quarter
– The whole (hereafter referred to as the Combined) SoL will
meet in Cullman the third week of each quarter
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21. SoL News
† The remote SoL will continue; Cursillistas living more than one
hour outside Hsv or B’ham can get credit for attending the SoL by
dialing into the remote SoL sessions the 3d Thursday of each
month at 1930 hrs
† …and physically attending either a Satellite SoL session or a
combined session of the SoL physically each quarter
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22. SoL 2013 Schedule
Month
SoL Meeting Location Comment
(2013)
Feb Combined-Cullman Ladies Team asked for
this exception
Mar Satellite – Hsv and B’Ham Met already twice in
Cullman this year
April Satellite – Hsv and B’Ham Quarter 2
May Satellite – Hsv and B’Ham
June Combined-Cullman
Jul Satellite – Hsv and B’Ham Quarter 3
Aug Satellite – Hsv and B’Ham
Sep Combined-Cullman 22
24. Closing Prayer
† Dear Lord, we must have fraternal charity, or we can accomplish
nothing for you.
† In loving you, help us to have a genuine concern for one another, a
generosity in sharing one another’s burdens, a gallantry in
defending the reputation of our group, a sincere sympathy in
sharing one another’s suffering and sorrows, and a joy in sharing
their spiritual growth.
† By this shall all men know that we are your Apostles. Amen.
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26. Three Encounters on the Weekend
CURSILLO IS:
-PRACTICAL
SOLUTIONS TO
LIFE’S PROBLEMS
-THE ANSWER TO
HAPPINESS
THREE
ENCOUNTERS
STATIONS REMIND
MEDITATON ON THE
MEDITATION: US THAT GOD EXAMINATION OF CANDIDATES WILL
SELF KNOW YOURSELF
PRODIGAL SON:
LOVED US SO MUCH CONSCIENCE BE CONFLICTED
GOD FORGIVES
HE DIED FOR US
PIETY: IT IS POSSIBLE TO LIVE
IDEALS: I AM THE LAYPERSON IN THE ACTUAL GRACE: A LIFE OF GRACE; TO BE
THREE GLANCES OF GREATEST HABITUAL GRACE: CHURCH: WE ARE GOD GIVES US THE HOLY, TO DO GOD’S WILL;
CHRIST, WHO AM I CREATURE IN WE ARE MADE TO PART OF THE BODY HELP TO DEAL WITH GOD WILL FORGIVE-
LIKE? CREATION, AM I BE HOLY OF CHRIST & HAVE A EACH SITUATION IN ROLLISTA EXAMPLE GIVES
ACTING LIKE IT? ROLE TO PLAY IN IT. OUR LIVES THE CANDIDATE HOPE HE
CAN PREVAIL
ACTION: WE HAVE
PERSON OF CHRIST SACRAMENTS: GIVE TO REACH OUT AS LEADERS: WE ARE
Study: MUST STUDY
MEDITATION: US GRACE AND PUT FRIENDS; SPREAD OBSTACLES TO MILITANT
GOD CHRIST IS REAL,
TO KNOW GOD AND
US IN THE PRESENCE THE GOSPEL WITH GRACE CHRISTIANS:
OURSELVES
ALIVE, A FRIEND OF GOD OUR EXAMPLE AND APOSTLES
WORDS
THE CURSILLISTA
ENVIRONMENTS: BEYOND THE
LIFE IN GRACE: TOTAL SECURITY:
MEDITATION: NEED TO KNOW CURSILLO: WITNESS
CHRISTIANITY IN GRACE GIVES THE LIVING THE
OTHERS CHRIST’S MESSAGE OUR
ACTION CURSILLISTA THE
TO WHAT LONG
CURSILLO
TO CURSILLISTAS ENVIRONMENTS TO TERM IMPACTS
TOOLS TO SEE METHODOLOGY
EVANGELIZE THEM CURSILLO CAN HAVE
ON YOUR LIFE
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27. Encounter with Self
CURSILLO IS:
-PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS TO LIFE’S
PROBLEMS
THE THREE ENCOUNTERS IN THE THREE-DAY
-THE ANSWER TO HAPPINESS
CURSILLO
Source: National Cursillo Center Mailing – June
THREE 2008
ENCOUNTERS
SELF
STATIONS REMIND
US THAT GOD EXAMINATION OF CANDIDATES WILL
LOVED US SO MUCH CONSCIENCE BE CONFLICTED
HE DIED FOR US
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28. Encounter with Self
IDEALS: I AM THE
THREE GLANCES OF GREATEST HABITUAL GRACE:
SELF CHRIST, WHO AM I CREATURE IN WE ARE MADE TO
LIKE? CREATION, AM I BE HOLY
ACTING LIKE IT?
PIETY: IT IS POSSIBLE TO LIVE
LAYPERSON IN THE ACTUAL GRACE: A LIFE OF GRACE; TO BE
CHURCH: WE ARE GOD GIVES US THE HOLY, TO DO GOD’S WILL;
PART OF THE BODY HELP TO DEAL WITH GOD WILL FORGIVE-
OF CHRIST & HAVE A EACH SITUATION IN ROLLISTA EXAMPLE GIVES
ROLE TO PLAY IN IT. OUR LIVES THE CANDIDATE HOPE HE
CAN PREVAIL
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29. Encounter with Others
ENVIRONMENTS:
MEDITATION: NEED TO KNOW
CHRISTIANITY IN
OTHERS CHRIST’S MESSAGE OUR
ACTION
TO CURSILLISTAS ENVIRONMENTS TO
EVANGELIZE THEM
THE CURSILLISTA
BEYOND THE
LIFE IN GRACE: TOTAL SECURITY:
CURSILLO: WITNESS
GRACE GIVES THE LIVING THE
TO WHAT LONG
CURSILLISTA THE CURSILLO
TERM IMPACTS
TOOLS TO SEE METHODOLOGY
CURSILLO CAN HAVE
ON YOUR LIFE
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30. Weekend Themes-
3 Day Manual
† Day one: Sanctifying grace-presentation of life in grace; direction of one's life to God;
conversion; Christ our friend
– Encounter with self
– Beauty of call, importance of personal relationship w/ Christ
– Low key, stick to outline, Just give the facts
† Day two: encounter with Christ:
– How person forms them self to be Christ like
– Focus on relation w/ Christ & others
† Day 3: encounter with others
– Call to Apostolate, a Christian leader
– Focus on relations w/ others
– Vision is Christianity in action-Christians on the move trying to do something
– Provides Method to reach vision
– We are Militant Catholics-dedicated Christians who group themselves around Christ w/
aim to spread ideal and translating it into works; a team in operation
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31. Th/Friday & Saturday Rollos
† Know yourself: how you are † The Person of Christ: how you
† Prodigal son: how Christ is should see Christ
† The Three glances: how Christ † Study: if he uses his
sees you intelligence with conviction
† Ideal: man can be more & be † Sacraments: The source of
better Divine Life
† Habitual grace: with Divine Life † Action: puts his will in motion
with decision
† Layperson: he can be from
where he is † Obstacles: the enemies of the
Divine Life
† Actual grace: Divine Life’s
promoter and achievement † Leaders: and his person as a
whole
† Piety: man discovers his heart
spontaneously
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32. Sunday’s Rollos
† MSG to Cursillistas: how
Christ loves you
† Environments: and if man
accepts that his reality is
made up of persons
† Life in Grace: nourishment
of Divine Life
† Christianity in action: whom
we can help
† Cursillista beyond the
Cursillo: as long as it is done
in a personal way
† Total Security: in friendship
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34. Environments Rollo
† Environments Rollo:
– 1st Rollo on Sunday
– Follows meditation Christ's message to Cursillista which is a call to action
– Everyone is full of Spirit
– Follows leaders Rollo- 2 messages: we are all called to be leaders-to show the way
to God 2) we must have an understanding of the ideal and enthusiasm for it.
† Two parts to Rollo
– Explain environments
– Explain how to influence environments
† Intro- winning environments is critical; environments are important
† Battle Plan
† First front is ourselves; we must form our
– Will
– Prayer
– Mind
– Heart
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35. Environments Rollo
† 2d front: others
– Those who believe in God, love God & want to do good
– Those who believe in God, love God & want to feel good
– Those who believe in God- nothing more
– Those who do not believe because they do not know God
– Those who do not believe because they do not believe He exists
† Approach others w/ heart, mind, will, prayer
† Third front the environment: we must continually form ourselves and persevere
† Conclusion: helping others find God is what it is all about
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36. Environments Outline Suggestions
† The front part of the rollo is good; definition of environments
† The first front is clear, we must form ourselves to change our
environments
† The 2d front is unclear; we need to understand people’s
relationship with God as part of our action but:
– Environment is more than just understanding one’s relationship with
God its also addressing their motivations, goals and the fear many
people experience in their work environments and life
† The third front calls for our persistence in evangelizing our
environments, but there is no reference back to action rollo
which:
– Advocates friendship as the method to change the world
– And stresses the powerful example our witness brings
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37. Recommendations
Add these statements to the Outline
† Introduction (Add): the Environments rollos has a direct tie to the action and
leader rollos. In those presentations we are called to be apostles and take action
using the be a friend, make a friend and bring a friend to Christ methodology.
The rollista should emphasize that evangelization is carrying a cross; there are
environments in which the opportunities for evangelization will be ripe and
others where opportunities are limited or non-existent. But we should always try
to evangelize by our example if nothing else
† 2d Front (Add):
– To evangelize our environments one needs to understand an individual’s relationship
with God but also the person’s motivations, goals and fears; what motivates them.
† 3d Front (Add):
– We are called to persevere in the conversion of our environments through our
example and actions. Our example will draw some to us and by becoming friends we
can bring others to Christ. Evangelization is a series of gentle nudges made by an
authentic Cursillista. When the Spirit gives us opportunities to evangelize, never give
up.
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38. Encounter with Others
Sunday
• Meditation: Christ’s message to Cursillistas; call to action
• Environments: Need to know our environments to evangelize them
• Christianity in action
• Life in Grace: Grace gives the Cursillista the tools to see
• The Cursillista beyond the Cursillo: Witness to what long term impacts Cursillo
can have on your life
• Total Security: Living the Cursillo methodology
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39. Encounter with Self
Thursday
• Meditation: Know Yourself
• Meditation on the Prodigal Son: God Forgives
Friday
• Meditation: Three Glances of Christ – Who am I like?
• Ideals: I am the greatest creature in creation, am I acting like it?
• Habitual Grace: We are made to be Holy
• Layperson in the Church: We are part of the Body of Christ, and have a role to
play in it.
• Actual Grace: God gives us the help to deal with each situation in our lives.
• Piety: It is possible to live a life of Grace; to be Holy, to do God’s Will; God will
forgive – Rollista example gives the candidate hope he can prevail.
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40. Encounter with God
Saturday
• Meditation Person of Christ: Christ is real, alive, and a friend
• Study: Must Study to know God and ourselves
• Sacraments: Give us Grace and put us in the Presence of God
• Action: We have to reach out as friends; Spread the Gospel with our example
and words
• Obstacles to Grace
• Leaders: We are called to lead people to God with enthusiasm & commitment:
Apostles
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