Christ Renews His Parish
A Renewal Experience for St.
Michael Parish
Men's Weekend: TBA 2009
Women's Weekend: November 3 & 4, 2007
What exactly is Christ Renews His Parish?
Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP)
is a process designed to bring members of a parish together in Christ. Just as
all of our other commitments need renewal, so does our commitment to Christ if
we're to be faithful followers. CRHP is an effective spiritual renewal that
calls together members of the parish to experience personal conversion and
Christian community within the environment of St. Michael.
The uniqueness of CRHP is in its
continuation. Participants are usually so inspired, so renewed, so uplifted,
that they're anxious to share their faith experience with others from their
parish. Retreatants have the opportunity to begin planning the next renewal
weekend soon after they complete their own, if they desire. They become the "new
team." During this formation time, even greater spiritual growth occurs. The
transition between attending a weekend and leading a weekend takes place over a
year long formation period.
What CRHP Is NOT:
It's not a silent retreat.
It's not a public confession.
It's not a parish ministry.
It's not an emotional cult.
It's not a pre-selected group or clique.
What Happens During the Weekend?
Come prepared to have fun and
renew your heart. The weekend is centered around reflections by team members,
with emphasis on small group discussion and activities.
You'll be free to share as much
or as little as you feel comfortable. You and your needs will always be
respected. The sharing dialogue is stimulated in a very liturgical, scriptural,
and prayerful atmosphere.
Sacraments are part of the
weekend. Liturgy is celebrated for participants, and reconciliation is offered.
Who Can Participate?
Every registered member of St.
Michael over 18 years old is invited and encouraged to attend a weekend. CRHP is
for anyone seeking spiritual renewal, desiring to build up the body of Christ,
or gain a deeper sense of purpose within the St. Michael community.
The Specifics
The weekends will be held at St.
Michael and will begin Saturday morning and end late Sunday afternoon. Men's and
women's weekends will be held separately.
There is no cost for the weekend.
It is a gift from the parish and the presenting team.