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Events Calendar for May 2008
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May 1 - Thursday
Four Days of Silent Retreat: 5/1/2008 - 5/4/2008
Location: Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House, Lake Dallas
All are invited to participate in four days of silent retreat, an annual opportunity sponsored by the Contemplative Outreach of Dallas organization for those interested in deepening their spiritual practice in an atmosphere of silence, solitude, and community. The retreat will be
held May 1-4 at Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House, located at 600 N. Shady Shores Drive in Lake Dallas. Father Justin Langille, a contemplative Catholic priest and experienced retreat director from San Diego, will serve as the retreat leader. A registration form and details of the retreat are available online at www.CellOfPeace.com, or by contacting the organization at 972-722-6029 or via e-mail to CPDallas@CellOfPeace.com. The registration deadline is April 18.
May 6 - Tuesday
Theology On Tap, Fort Worth: 7:00 - 9:30 PM
Location: Los Vaqueros Restaurant, Fort Worth (downtown stockyards)
is a four-part series with dynamic speakers and engaging discussions on topical theological issues in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. It is intended for all young adults’ ages 21 through 30s - single or married. We start at 7:00 pm at Los Vaqueros Restaurant located in the historic downtown Fort Worth Stockyards. For more information about Theology on Tap, visit theologyontapfw.com. See you there!
May 9 - Friday
Singles Diocesan Spring Retreat: “Living Spiritually in a Secular World” : 5/9/2008 - 5/11/2008
Location: Catholic Renewal Center, East Fort Worth
The Singles Diocesan Spring Retreat: “Living Spiritually in a Secular World” is on May 9-11, 2008. YAM’s (Young Adult Ministry) are welcome. Workshops: Quality time with God, Relationships, Forgiveness/Healing, etc. The retreat will be at the Catholic Renewal Center next to Nolan High School. Overnight rooms are available to those traveling distances. We will end early on Sunday to allow everyone to celebrate Mothers Day. Please register early for this retreat. The cost is $50 per person ($58 after May 1st) - this including nights and meals. Make check(s) out to the Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth. Mail to: 800 West Loop 820 South, Fort Worth, TX, 76108.
May 10 - Saturday
St. Rita Church Hosts "Jamaica Fair": 10:30 - 10:00 PM
Location: St. Rita Church, 5550 E. Lancaster Avenue, Fort Worth
St. Rita Church will host the “Jamaica” fair Sunday, May 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., following the parish Saturday evening Mass at 5:00 p.m. The church is located at 5550 E. Lancaster Avenue in Fort Worth. Proceeds from the event will be used for education programs at the parish and at St. Rita School. The fair will feature carnival rides, games, prizes, bounce houses, a variety of ethnic foods, a brisket cooking contest, entertainment, auctions, and dancing. A matachines exhibition will take place from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. For more information, call 817-451-9383 or 817-451-9395 or email to st.ritakids@yahoo.com.
Stamp Out Hunger National Food Drive
Location: Your mailbox!
Join the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) for their 16th Annual Stamp Out Hunger National Food Drive to help feed children this summer. Take the local letter carriers beyond the nearly 225,000 pounds they collected last year for Tarrant Area Food Bank and its partner charities. Although the official date for Stamp Out Hunger is May 10, post offices in Tarrant County are providing donation bins in their lobbies May 5 - 9 for customers to fill with boxed and canned goods. Over May 7 and 8, letter carriers in the Fort Worth area will deliver to each residence, a grocery bag for Stamp Out Hunger donations. The bags are being provided by Kroger Food Stores. On May 10th place nonperishable food in you Stamp Out Hunger grocery bag (and other bags if needed) at your mailbox for your letter carrier to collect. The foods most needed by the Food Bank include canned meats and fish, canned vegetables, canned fruits, rice, pasta, cereals, boxed instant foods, peanut butter (no glass containers), baby formula, dried milk and food with pop tops for easy access by children. If you have any questions, call Susan at Tarrant Area Food Bank, 817-332-9177, ext. 110. Thank you for your support!
May 11 - Sunday
Lay Carmelites Invite Others to Join Twice Monthly Gatherings
Location: The College of St. Thomas More, Fort Worth
“Would you like to deepen your relationship with Jesus and Mary?” ask the Third Order of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel (Lay Carmelites). The Lay Carmelites invite those in search of this deeper relationship to join them on the second and fourth Sundays of the
month for a time of prayer and fellowship. Those interested in participating are asked to gather at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of The College of St. Thomas More, 3017 Lubbock in Fort Worth. Formation will take place in the college library from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, call Phyllis Poth at 817-457-1746.
May 12 - Monday
25th Anniversary of the Fort Worth Cursillo Center
Location: Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, located at 4100 Blue Mound Road, Fort Worth
The 25th anniversary of the Fort Worth Cursillo Center will be celebrated at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, located at 4100 Blue Mound Road in Fort Worth, on Monday, May 12. The celebration will begin with a thanksgiving Mass at 7:00 p.m., to be followed by a light supper and reception. All who have made “Jornadas,” retreats, and attended other meetings at the Cursillo Center of Fort Worth are invited to attend, as well as those who are interested in learning more about the Cursillo movement. According to event organizers, “No RSVP is necessary, but please, do not bring children or gifts. Your prayers and your presence would be the best gift possible. We’d appreciate your presence.” For more information, contact the Cursillo Center at 817-624-9411.
May 13 - Tuesday
Cultural Diversity in Parish Youth Ministry Training: 9:00 - 2:30 PM
Location: Holy Family of Nazareth, Irving
Weaving Together Ministry with Young People in Culturally Diverse Parishes - This workshop will give each participant an overview of pastoral principles and helpful steps that parishes with diverse cultures can use in order to weave together a ministry with young people which celebrates and respects the many young faces in God’s house. Consider sending a parish team that includes the pastor, youth ministry leaders, parents, and other parish staff members. For more information contact Kevin Prevou, Director of Youth & Young Adult and Campus Ministry, at 817-560-2452, Ext. 261. To view a printable flyer and register, click here!
May 15 - Thursday
Cursillo Weekend for Men: 5/15/2008 - 5/18/2008
Location: The Cursillo Center, 2221 N.W. 26th Street, Fort Worth
A Cursillo is a short course in Christianity consisting of a series of talks and meditations examining one’s life in relation to Jesus Christ. Many who have gone through this experience have found it helpful in developing a deeper Christian spirituality, enabling them to be a positive force for Christ in the world. This Cursillo weekend will take place May 15-18 and will be presented in English at The Cursillo Center, 2221 N.W. 26th Street in Fort Worth. Following a Cursillo experience, participants are encouraged to gather in small groups on a regular basis to share with others, to pray, and to offer one another encouragement. For more information, call Susan Urbanek at 817-423-4095 or e-mail to qtpikitty@sbcglobal.net.
Men’s English Cursillo Weekend : 5/15/2008 - 5/18/2008
Location: Cursillo Center, 2221 N.W. 26th Street in Fort Worth
A Cursillo is a short course in Christianity consisting of a series of talks and meditations examining one’s life in relation to Jesus Christ. Many who have gone through this experience have found it helpful in developing a deeper Christian spirituality, enabling them to be a positive force for Christ in the world. A Cursillo weekend for men will be held May 15-18.The weekend, which will be presented in English, at the Cursillo Center, 2221 N.W. 26th Street in Fort Worth. Following a Cursillo experience, participants are encouraged to gather in small groups on a regular basis to share with others, to pray, and to offer one another encouragement. For more information, call Susan Urbanek at 817-423-4095 or e-mail to qtpikitty@sbcglobal.net.
Faith and Fiction: Conversations on Spirituality and Imagination: 6:15 - 8:30 PM
Location: Catholic Renewal Center, 4503 Bridge Street, Fort Worth
“Faith and Fiction: Conversations on Spirituality and Imagination,” a venue for discussing novels and films with themes that shed light on the journey of faith, will meet Thursday, May 15, at the Catholic Renewal Center, 4503 Bridge Street in Fort Worth. The topic of discussion will be the novel The Things They Carried, by Tim O’Brien. Those planning to participate are asked to read the book, reflect on it in light of personal experiences, and come to the session with questions, insights, or observations to share. A potluck supper will be served at 6:15 p.m., and the discussion will take place from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Future dates and topics of discussion are as follows: June 19, March, by Geraldine Brooks; July 17, “Cinema Paradiso,” a film directed by Giuseppe Tornatore; and Aug. 21, “The Diving Bell & the Butterfly,” a film directed by Julian Schnabel. To ensure good conversation, space will be limited. To reserve a spot or for more information, call the Catholic Renewal Center at 817-429-2920 or e-mail to danluby@udallas.edu.
May 16 - Friday
The Adventure: An Ignatian Experience: 5/16/2008 - 5/19/2008
Location: Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House, Lake Dallas
Four centuries ago, when he was twenty-six, St. Ignatius went through a profound experience that changed his life forever. When all was said and done, he made a few notes in a book known as The Spiritual Exercises. He firmly believed: “If I can do it, you can do it.” This is about Christian discipleship. It’s how we become men and women for others. The Exercises can be successfully made at most any stage, but they are specially designed for that proud, bold time in your life when virtually all life-determining options, and life-derailing mistakes, are made. The Adventure is a new program at Montserrat, intended to recreate the Ignatian experience. It is a personal guided tour of the heart, in silence. Don’t come if you just want to hear nice things about God. Do come, if you want to put your life on the line, make decisions, and get involved. This will become, for you, an identity-defining opportunity. Sinners are welcome, of course, but this Adventure is not for hypocrites. So much has happened. You’ve seen the world, and learned a lot. It’s time to get back on base, find direction in your storm, and reason in your chaos. This year, the retreat will be May 16-19. If you are between the ages of 19 and 26 (men and women), you may sign up by calling Montserrat at 940-321-6020, or by writing to Carol Ackels, montcarol@centurytel.net. Cost is $35. Questions can be directed to Fr. Nathan Stone, S. J., nstonesj@yahoo.com.
May 17 - Saturday
Today… Tomorrow… Forever: 8:30 - 4:30 PM
Location: Catholic Center, 800 West Loop 820 South in West Fort Worth
A one-day marriage enrichment program, entitled “Today … Tomorrow… Forever,” will be offered May 17 at The Catholic Center, 800 West Loop 820 South in West Fort Worth. The programs, sponsored by the diocesan Family Life Office, will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This program, open to all interested married couples who wish to deepen their sense of mutual love and commitment, is also an opportunity for couples seeking to have their marriage validated within the Catholic Church. For more information or to register for the Fort Worth session, call the diocesan Family Life Office at 817-560-2452 ext. 304 or ext. 256.
May 22 - Thursday
Ministry for Gay/Lesbian Catholics: 7:13 - 11:13 AM
Location: Catholic Renewal Center, 4503 Bridge Street, East Fort Worth
The next monthly meeting of the Fort Worth Diocesan Ministry with Lesbian and Gay Catholics, Other Sexual Minorities, and Their Families will be held Thursday, May 22, at 7:00 p.m. at the Catholic Renewal Center, 4503 Bridge Street in East Fort Worth. Father Warren Murphy, TOR, coordinator of the ministry, encourages those interested to “come join us for prayer and sharing.” For more information, contact Fr. Murphy at (817) 927-5383, Sister Dorothy Eggering, SSND, at 817-283-8601, or Dorene Rose at 817-329-7370.
Texas Catholic Conference (TCC): 5/22/2008 - 5/23/2008
Location: St. Michael Church, Bedford
A legislative workshop, designed to train Catholic leaders to serve as effective advocates at the Texas legislature and at the grassroots level, will be offered by the Texas Catholic Conference (TCC) May 22-23. The workshop will be held at St. Michael Church, 3713 Harwood Rd. in Bedford. Topics to be addressed at the workshop include “Review of the legislative agenda, issues, and departments,” “Planning for an effective Advocacy Day,” and “Why we engage in advocacy.” The primary purpose of the TCC is to encourage and foster cooperation and communication among the dioceses and the ministries of the Catholic Church of Texas. The TCC serves as the public policy arm of the bishops of Texas before the Texas legislature, the Texas delegation in Congress, and state agencies. The public policy issues addressed by the TCC include institutional concerns of the Catholic Church and issues related to Catholic Social Teaching. Cost for the workshop is $40. For more information or to register for the workshop, call Becky Sierra at 512-339-9882.
May 23 - Friday
Courage Support Group
Location: Email
Courage D/FW, a spiritual support group for Catholics striving to live chaste lives according to the Catholic Church’s teachings on homosexuality, meets the second and fourth Friday evenings of each month. For more information, email to CourageDFW@Catholic.org or call 972-938-5433.
May 25 - Sunday
Lay Carmelites Invite Others to Join Twice Monthly Gatherings
Location: The College of St. Thomas More, Fort Worth
“Would you like to deepen your relationship with Jesus and Mary?” ask the Third Order of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel (Lay Carmelites). The Lay Carmelites invite those in search of this deeper relationship to join them on the second and fourth Sundays of the
month for a time of prayer and fellowship. Those interested in participating are asked to gather at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of The College of St. Thomas More, 3017 Lubbock in Fort Worth. Formation will take place in the college library from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, call Phyllis Poth at 817-457-1746.
Celebration of Father Richard Beaumont’s 50 Years of Priesthood
Location: St. Bartholomew Church, Southwest Fort Worth
A celebration of Father Richard Beaumont’s 50 years of priesthood will be held Sunday, May 25. A Mass of thanksgiving will be offered at 4:00 p.m. at St. Bartholomew Church, 3601 Altamesa Boulevard in Southwest Fort Worth. Following Mass, the jubilee celebration will continue with a reception in the church’s parish life center. All are invited to attend. An Ohio native, Fr. Beaumont was ordained to the priesthood on May 25, 1958. He served his entire 50 years in the North and Northeast Texas areas in assignments at parishes Catholic schools, and at a seminary. Among his priestly assignments were Sacred Heart Parish in Texarkana, St. Thomas Aquinas in Dallas, Holy Spirit Minor Seminary in Dallas, Notre Dame High School and Sacred Heart Parish in Wichita Falls, St. Jude Parish in Burkburnett, St. Theresa Parish in Olney, and St. Paul Parish in Electra. His last assignment was as pastor at St. Bartholomew Church, where he served from 1980 until his retirement in 2003. For more information about the anniversary celebration, call 817-292-7703.
May 26 - Monday
Memorial Day Rosary
Location: Knights of Columbus Hall, 4500 Columbus Trail, Fort Worth
Bishop Dunne Council #2813 Knights of Columbus invite all to share in a special Memorial Day Rosary on May 26th. The rosary will begin at 7:15 pm at the Knights of Columbus Hall located at 4500 Columbus Trail (four blocks west of the 7900 block of Hulen). The rosary is dedicated to all those who have made the supreme sacrifice in the armed services of the United States of America. All members of the armed services and veterans who gave, or offered their lives in defense of our faith and freedom, will be remembered.
May 27 - Tuesday
St. Augustine Men’s Purity Group
Location: See locations and details
The St. Augustine Men’s Purity Group, a support group for men who struggle with sources of sexual impurity such as those found on the Internet, meets regularly at three locations within the Diocese of Fort Worth. The group offers meetings at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School, 2016 Willis Lane in Keller, in Room 213 (Tuesdays, 7:00pm); at the Padre Pio House, 1301 Paxton in Arlington (Thursdays, 7:00pm); and at Immaculate Conception Parish, 2255 North Bonnie Brae Street in Denton (Saturdays, 6:30pm) . Those men interested in attending one of the upcoming sessions are asked to consult the group’s Website, www.sampg.com, for specific meeting dates and times. For more information, email to Mark at seasmenspurity@yahoo. com or call the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish office at 817-431- 3857.
Montserrat Hispanic Ministry Workshop: Cultural Awareness in the Kingdom of God: 5/27/2008 - 5/30/2008
Location: Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House, Lake Dallas
The objective: promote growth in cultural awareness among people responsible for the Hispanic ministry in the Church. What does it mean to belong to the Kingdom of God, when we come from so many different ways of life? Principle presenters:
Dr. Timothy Matovina, University of Notre Dame and Rev. Eduardo Fernández S. J., Jesuit School of Theology at Berkeley. A workshop designed for: parish and diocesan staff, pastors, directors of religious education, directors of Hispanic ministry, religious and seminarians.
- The workshop will be presented principally in English
- The cost: $180 (materials and meals: Tuesday evening, May 27th - Friday afternoon, May 30th)
- $50 registration fee (Due upon arrival)
- Checks payable to: Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House
- Accepting: VISA, MC, AMEX
- Deadline: May 15th - $35 late fee after May 15th
- Lodging at Montserrat: $180 (single) $260 (two people, double) Must register together.
- Reserve your room with a $50 deposit
May 30 - Friday
Dads’ Club Golf Tournament
Location: Hawk’s Creek Golf Club, Westworth Village
Holy Family Catholic School will be having a Dads’ Club Golf Tournament on May 30, 2008, at Hawk’s Creek Golf Club in Westworth Village. All profits from the event will benefit the school and help support scholarships, and athletic facilities. The Tournament is open to all skill levels. Lunch with beverages will be provided and many prizes will be awarded. Tournament games include: Beat The Pro, Ball Bet, Long Drive, Closest To The Hole, and a Hole–In-One Vehicle Prize! For more information, sponsorship or to register online, visit Dads’ Club Golf Tournament Credit cards accepted.
Gabriel Project Needs Help!
Location: Call or Email
Gabriel Project is a caring outreach to women in crisis pregnancies. Project Gabriel provides practical help to women who might otherwise not choose life for their unborn babies. Gabriel angels support the mother's choice for life through prayer, ongoing friendship and encouragement. Right now, we need your help! Please read the list below.
- Item one: Recently we rented a temporary storage facility for Gabriel Project. We are presently looking for a permanent place to store our diapers, toiletries, maternity clothing, baby furniture, gifts, etc. If you have or know of an empty garage or retail space that we could help us at no cost, please contact us. Also, we need shelving or plastic containers for our items in our storage space.
- Item two: We are looking for a family that needs a nanny or full time child care person. We know of an experienced nanny who is looking for a job in the DFW area.
- Item three: We have a mom that needs a new or used washing machine, or a good repair on an old washing machine that won’t stop filling.
- Item four: We have a mom from out of state that has been moved into a new apartment supplied by an anonymous donor and we need to help set her up. She needs everything to set up her new apartment. Items needed: Bed, everything for the kitchen, everything for the bath, everything for the bedroom, closet, etc.
- Item five: Please pray for one of our Angels! She had a heart attack and has had stints put in. She is a wonderful prayer warrior for others. Let us return the favor to ask for healing.
Please email (dheron@1scom.net) or call (817-741-7296) us if you can help.
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