Fall and winter programs 2005

On-Going Programs
Taize Prayer – 3rd Monday of the month
A Day with You – 4th Friday except Dec.
GriefShare – 1st Monday of every week (13 weeks)
Reflection Evening for Women – Sept. Oct. Nov.

September
10 John Paul II Centre Fall Festival
12 GriefShare
12/13 Year of the Eucharist
16/17/18 Painting Floral in Transparent Watercolour
17 Making the Best of Life: Body, Mind, Spirit
19 Taize
19 GriefShare
21 Face Reading
22 Christopher Leadership Course (Sept. 22-Nov.17)
26 GriefShare
26 Reflection Evening for Women
27 What Prayer Is & What It Is Not
28 Pastoral Assistants/Parish Ministers Day
28 Stephen Ministry
29 Floral Arrangements – Liturgical Décor
30 A Day with You - Retreat

Year of the Eucharist: Nurturing Full, Conscious, Active participation in your Parish
Monday, September 12 and Tuesday, September 13 (7:00-9:00 p.m.)

“The liturgy is the summit toward which the activity of the Church is directed: it is also the fount from which all her power flows.” (Const. on the Sacred Liturgy 1:10)

“Mother Church earnestly desires that all the faithful should be led to that full, conscious, and active participation in liturgical celebrations which is demanded by the very nature of the liturgy to which the Christian people have a right and obligation by reason of their baptism” (ibid 1:14)

As this Year of the Eucharist draws to a close in October, you are invited to reflect on the Mass and its central importance in your faith life and that each of us as members of the gathered assembly of the faithful are welcome to join in deepening our understanding of the Eucharistic Liturgy and God’s call to worship with praise and thanksgiving.

Facilitator - Marian Grady
Marian is the pastoral assistant at Holy Child Parish and chair of the Archdiocesan Liturgical Commission. She has taken a broad range of liturgical studies and has been involved in various liturgical ministries for over 40 years.

Cost: $15 per evening
Seniors - $12 (60 yrs)
Pre-register with payment before September 10

Painting Floral in Transparent Watercolour - Level II
Friday Evening, September 16, (7:00-9:00 p.m.)
Saturday, September 17 (9:30-4:30 p.m. includes lunch)
Sunday, September 18 (1:00-4:30 p.m.)

This weekend workshop will review principles and techniques of good composition and design. Advanced topics include: complex flower centers, complex leaf shapes, advanced petal shading. Suggestions, discussion and critique are an integral part of the workshop.

Facilitator - Elaine Seis, artist
A member of the Rosemont Gallery, Prairie Artists Guild and Artistic Group, she has participated in many group shows and competitions. She has had three successful solo shows and pieces of her work are in several corporate and private collections.

Class limit – 12-15 participants
Cost: $90
Pre-register with payment before September 12.

Making the Best of Life: Body, Mind, Spirit
Saturday, September 17 (9:00-4:00 p.m.)

In my unique vehicle (my body), I do all possible to get maximum mileage and quality days in the interests of enduring values. My mind and spirit are created for infinite expansion … is this happening for me, or am I stuck, putting in time, watching for the bitter end? For each of us, there is a Way; Jesus came to bring us life TO THE FULL.

Facilitator – Sr. Theresa Feist, OSU (A survivor)
Born in 1942 – Ursuline Sister of Prelate - committed to teaching in 1964 – struck by illness in l970 – resurrected in 1972 – left classroom teaching in 1980 – and opened Holistic Teaching Course in 1981 – Reconstructed My Life: Body, Mind Spirit - Chose Happiness Ever After!

Cost: $35 (includes lunch)
Pre-register with payment before September 14.

Face Reading
Wednesday, September 21 (7:00-9:00 p.m.)

The introductory Face Reading Workshop teaches you the science of identifying exactly what your face is communicating to the world. You will be more understanding of the people you meet in your life.

Facilitator - Felicity Butler
Felicity immigrated to Canada in l997. She has practiced Alternative therapies for 20 years. Felicity has just completed her Diploma in Body Mind Analysis and Psychosomatic Therapy and has synergised her knowledge into a treatment called Soul Energetics.

Cost: $15
Seniors - $12 (60 yrs)
Pre-register with payment before September 16.

Christopher Leadership Course
Thursdays, September 22 - November 17 (7:00-9:00 p.m.)
This non-denominational course will encourage you to grow toward your full potential by building your self–confidence and speaking skills and by focussing on your unique gifts and leadership qualities.

Class instruction is provided by a certified, dedicated instructional team who apply proven methods and facilitate the course in a positive and supportive workshop format.

Cost: $160

What Prayer Is & What It Is Not
Tuesday, September 27 (7:00-9:00 p.m.)

What is your idea of prayer, and where does this come from? Is prayer something that brings God close to us? Do we change God’s mind by our prayers? Do we talk God into doing what we want? How does our prayer connect with the rest of our life? Questions explored during the evening.

Facilitator – Judy Pellerin
Judy Pellerin is an educator, having taught for 16 years at the elementary school level, and worked for thirteen (13) years as a parish assistant. She then trained in “Massage” The Art of Anointing” at Berkeley, California, completed her training as a Reiki Master, and was trained for the Archdiocese of Regina as a spiritual director. Along with these ministries, she also does occasional workshops and retreats.

Cost: $15
Seniors - $12 (60yrs)
Pre-register with payment before September 23

Pastoral Assistants/Parish Ministers Day
Wednesday, September 28 (9:00-4:00 p.m.)
Cost: $25 (includes lunch)


Stephen Ministry – Panel of four (4) moderators
Wednesday, September 28 (7:00-9:00 p.m.)

A ministry that equips lay people to provide confidential, one to one Christian Ears to individuals in a congregation /community who are experiencing difficulties in their lives.

Moderator – Angela Oxman
Facilitated by The Stephen Ministry Team of Holy Rosary Cathedral

Cost: $15
Seniors - $12 (60 yrs)
Parish group of 6 or more $10 per person
Pre-register with payment before September 24

Floral Arrangements – Liturgical Décor
Thursday, September 29 (7:00-9:00 p.m.)

Do you have flowers? Would you like to assist your parish with this meaningful ministry, but do you feel you have enough background to offer your skills? Join Katherine Duke of Little Flower Parish in an informal exchange of ideas. From expert to novice, all are welcome. Bring your best flower tip and story of what to do and what not to do. Topics include: Fresh versus dry versus artificial. Types of flowers to grow. Arrangements: scale, shape, color, contrast, smell. Vase selection, Water versus Oasis, Liturgical concerns: seasons – when to add, when to substract. Logistical concerns: cost, transportation, fragility, Building a Living Display – Care & maintenance.

Facilitator – Katherine Duke
Katherine is manager of the Blue Mantle and an active member of her parish.

Cost: $15
Seniors - $12 (60 yrs)
Pre-register with payment before September 26

October Programs
November Programs
December Programs


Please pre-register for all programs.

5 easy ways to register:
1. Complete the online form