3 w ! future firstfruits dates a gathering of women · moved by the holy spirit ~ harisms are gifts...
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November 2-3, 2017
(Thursday evening, Friday daytime)
Sponsoring Site:
St. Alphonsus
Main Church Building
6060 West Loomis Rd
Greendale, WI 53192 Park in Main Church Parking lot
414-421-2442 x220 Questions: [email protected]
During Firstfruits gatherings you are welcome
to visit us any time. There are, however, three
sessions of structured time when spiritual
opportunities are offered for women of all
ages.
6:30-8:30pm (Thursday evening)
9:15 –11:15am (Friday morning)
1:00-2:30pm (Friday afternoon)
Register for one, two, or all three sessions. In
between sessions come relax in the Kiwi-Café
with a cup of coffee and a variety of homemade
goodies. You are also welcome to join us for a
soup dinner (Thursday 5:30-6:30) and/or a
lunch (Friday 11:15-1:00).
Come and be nourished!
Website: Firstfruits.info
Executive Director: Joan Carey [email protected]
262-271-7859
St. Alphonsus Contact: Sister Eileen Kazmierowicz [email protected]
414-421-2442 x220
Firstfruits Permanent Home Site: 890 Elm Grove Rd, Elm Grove, WI
Contact Joan to bring Firstfruits to your group.
Registration Options: Register online at www.firstfruits.info
Contact Lynda Gilpin at 262-993-0096 or email [email protected]
Email St. Alphonsus Parish to [email protected]
Turn in or mail paper registration forms to Parish Ministry Center at 5960 W. Loomis Rd, Greendale, 53129, ATTN: AF Ministry
O Childcare needed for Fri. morning $____ ($6/child; $12 max) (9am-1pm) Names and ages of children: _______________________ _______________________
O Registering for ____ sessions $____ ($15/session or $40/all 3 sessions)
O Registering for mini-session(s) $____ (Free will offering: suggested $10 each)
O Coming for the soup dinner $____ (Thurs. 5:30-6:30)($7/meal in advance; $9 at door)
O Coming for the lunch $____ (Fri. 11:15-1:00)($7/meal in advance; $9 at door)
Total enclosed $____ (Please make checks payable to Firstfruits)
Registration for November 2-3 WELCOME!
Cost: $15/regular session or $40/all 3 sessions; Mini-session: Free will offering; suggested $10 each.
Gift Certificates: $25 Gift Certificates are now available. To order, contact Joan Carey by email ([email protected]) or by phone (262-271-7859).
Childcare: $6/child; $12/max Available morning (Fri. 9:00-11:15am) session only. Pre-registration required.
Meals: $7/meal if ordered in advance or $9 at the door Soup dinner (Thurs. 5:30-6:30) and /or lunch (Fri. 11:15-1:00).
Session Offerings: Please see other side for offering descriptions and schedule.
Registration: Details on form at left.
Check-In: Please arrive 15-30 minutes early to the morning or evening sessions to allow for check-in.
Future Firstfruits Dates...
2017
Nov 2-3* St. Alphonsus—Greendale
2018
Mar 6-7* St. Eugene—Fox Point
Come join us in between events at our new
permanent Home Site in Elm Grove! Check out
our calendar of events at Firstfruits.info or email
Joan Carey at [email protected] for
more information.
*During 2-day events, attend 1, 2 or all 3 sessions. Evening
sessions (6:30-8:30) are offered on the 1st day, Morning
(9:15-11:15)/Afternoon(1:00-2:30) sessions are on the 2nd
day.
ALL ARE WELCOME!
A Gathering of Women Name:_________________________
Email: _________________________
Phone: ________________________
Address:_______________________
City, Zip:_______________________
Parish: ________________________
November 3, Friday Afternoon 1:00-2:30
Choose one:
_____ Life as a Journey
_____ Moved by the Holy Spirit _____ Rediscovering Mercy
November 2, Thursday Evening 6:30-8:30 5:30 - 6:30 Check-In
6:30 - 7:00 Music/Welcome in Church
7:00—8:30 Choose one:
_____ Saints Alive!
_____ Yoga as Moving Prayer
Firstfruits Registration at
St. Alphonsus, Nov. 2-3, 2017
November 3, Friday Morning 9:15-11:15 8:45—9:15 Check-In 9:15—9:45 Music/Welcome in Church 9:45—11:15 Choose one: _____ (Art/Craft) Creating with Alcohol Ink _____ Dealing with Our Spiritual “Stuff” _____ Resting in the Embrace of the Shepherd
Psalm 23: “Resting in the Embrace of the Shepherd ~ Sheep, shepherds, and pastures … how
can we relate to Psalm 23 today? This ancient Psalm is one of many people’s best-loved Bible passages. Together, we will break open the deeper, literal and spiritual meaning of every verse in Psalm 23. Join us as we come to understand these verses on a whole new and personal level. This presentation is extremely informative, insightful, and deepens our love of Jesus as our true “Good Shepherd.” The handouts from this morning are perfect for use throughout the upcoming Advent Season to inform your Christmas prayer!
Carol Sullivan, Retreat Leader, Spiritual Director
Dealing with Our Spiritual Stuff ~ Most of us, if
we've been around a while, have accumulated too much stuff! In the process of dealing with mine, I discovered some important principles that apply amazingly well in our spiritual lives. This talk can be helpful for both important tasks!
Mary Janowak M.A.P.S., St. Francis Seminary Certified Spiritual Director, Creighton University
(Art/Craft) Creating With Alcohol Ink ~ "Life
is like alcohol ink, respond to it; do not try to control it" Alcohol ink is an acid-free medium which can create a vibrant marbled effect that is only limited by what you are willing to try! In this workshop we will decorate a tile with alcohol ink to be used as a gift or for your own personal use. All materials are included and no experience is needed. We will discuss how this relates to our prayer life. Class is limited to 8 people. Diane Gilles, Artist
Saints Alive! ~ That's what my grandmother used
to say when something caught her by surprise. Well, this month, we celebrate the feast of her patron saint (St. Cecilia) plus the feasts of several other remarkable women from whom we can learn a lot. Come be part of a centuries-spanning conversation!
Donna Pinsoneault
Offering Descriptions...A Feast of Opportunities ...
November 2-3 at St. Alphonsus, Greendale
Life as a Journey ~ Let's reflect on our life journey
as it has unfolded and be open to the next stages. Who are the significant people who have assisted us in our journey? What experiences and events were milestones that helped us to become the person we are today? Our early life involves gaining knowledge mentally, physically and emotionally through education, family and our faith. Later in life we become part of the wisdom community. What does that mean? How does that change the way we live? Knowledge and wisdom are gifts of the Spirit. Let's explore the possibilities of each gift.
Thelma Walker Certificates in Theology and Adult and Family Ministry
Past Director, Office for Women, Milwaukee Archdiocese
Moved by the Holy Spirit ~ Charisms are gifts of
the Holy Spirit given to all. The Catechism of the Catholic Church defines charisms as “spiritual gifts, special abilities given to a Christian by the Holy Spirit to enable them to be powerful channels of God's love and redeeming presence in the World". Have you ever been moved to do something, but have not pursued it because you or someone else talked you out of taking the first step? Are you feeling like you are stuck due to fear? When God speaks to you, are you listening? Join Shelly as she shares her chapter release of Perspective of a Lifetime in the book titled Finding Your Voice, recently published in August. Shelly’s unique experience of raising her daughter Kayla, who had special needs, and feeling a deep call to build Kayla’s playground for people of all abilities has given her a deep insight into how the Holy Spirit calls each of us for the unique work of God. She would like to encourage others to dig deep to listen and to find their own unique voice and to bear the fruits of the gifts given by the Holy Spirit.
Shelly Runte, Author
Rediscovering Mercy ~ Some say that forgiveness
is a lost virtue. We hear so much about God’s mercy in the Scriptures. With the help of some ideas from Anne Lamott’s, HALLELUJAH ANYWAY, we will try to recover that embracing mercy gives our families, communities, and ourselves the light to get through darkness. Come prepared to share your best story of forgiveness.
Mary Osep, Retired Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry,
Our Lady of Lourdes, Virtues Facilitator
Yoga as Moving Prayer ~ When used prayerfully,
yoga offers us beautiful tools that help us connect with God’s all-pervasive goodness and guidance. This workshop will take you through an accessible prayerful yoga practice that will use the movement of the body, breath, and hands to help you unite (or “yoke”) with your Soul. Through the calming effects of this prayerful experience, you will feel more in tune and at peace with yourself, your life, and your God. Participants should wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat if they own one (some mats will be provided).
Deanna Norelli, RD, CD, RYT
(Individual) Spiritual Direction ~ The spiritual
life brings times when God seems near and times when God seems distant. Spiritual direction offers the skills of a trained listener to walk with the seeker through these ups and downs. Lead by prayer and the guidance of the Holy Spirit, help discover where the rhythms of God are in life. Sign up for one of our 6 time slots with one of our three spiritual directors by phone or email to Lynda Gilpin on a first-come basis. Each session is 25 minutes running between 12:00 - 1:00.
Sr. Eileen Kazmierowicz, Mary Janowak, or Carol Sullivan
Chair Massage ~ Take full advantage of this day of
spiritual, mental and physical renewal with a chair massage. Sign up for one of our 7 time slots by phone or email to Lynda Gilpin on a first-come basis. Each session is 15 minutes running between 11:15—1:00.
Giselle Gonzales
_____ Soup Dinner Thursday 5:30-6:30
_____ Lunch & Free Time 11:15-1:00
Optional Mini-Sessions (Free Will Offering; suggested $10 each) Space is limited to specific time slots. To signup for any of these sessions, call or email Lynda Gilpin at 226-993-0096 or [email protected] on a first-come basis.
Individual Spiritual Direction with Sr. Eileen
Kazmierowicz, Mary Janowak, or Carol Sullivan (25 min. between 12:00-1:00)
Chair Massage (15 min. between 11:15-1:00)