Prayer is often the most talked about and least practiced part of our spiritual life, but prayer is not my idea--it is God's. Prayer touches God in a way nothing else does, so how can I improve my prayer life? (Jer. 33:3)

Friendship is the answer! The basis for all healthy relationships is having a strong friendship with Jesus. Jesus wants to be our best friend, and it is through him that all other relationships are developed and healed

The Lord's power is no less powerful when at times we do not see it. It is the Lord's timing, not his power, that is a problem for us.

Communal reconciliation emphasizes that our sins affect others and our reconciliation is with the community as well as with God. In this hour, you will be nourished by the prayers of others, and have the opportunity for a brief private confession.

If you meditate on the Lord's Prayer from the end phrase to the beginning--from "Deliver us from Evil" tom "Our Father"--you move from the world of evil to the world of the Father. Join Kay in a walk through eight steps, tracing the journey of the Israelites out of Egypt to the Promised Land and to your own journey to freedom.

In times of crisis, what do we do? Judith spent a long time in prayer, which was well used, as victory and deliverance ensue (Judith 9:12). When we have tapped into God's strength, we have the victory. Join us as we learn how to enter into God's power and might.

Pope John Paul II gave an urgent call to all Catholics to 'a new evangelization'. In our era of profound secularism, violence, and loss of hope, evangelization must bring churched Catholics to a personal relationship with Jesus as Lord; alienated, former Catholics to healing and reconciliation with the Church; and the unconverted to acceptance of the Gospel.

Despite our attempts to be the great disciples of our time, it is the examples of the saints and our contemporaries who recognize their own inadequacies that make the difference. They allow God to be revealed, as they know that "For when I am weak, then I am strong." (2 Cor. 12:1)

Our personal experience of God's awesome love changes us. In our prayer meetings we see that everything around us is filled with God's presence and this makes us thankful. Hence, it is right and just to give him thanks and praise, and to worship him as our loving God. Give to the Lord glory and praise!

This workshop will investigate the walls and obstacles that we encounter when trying to live a "Spirit filled life" (1 Tim. 5:18)

In a culture where opinions are broadcast through social media without consequences and society values what's popular over over truth, can harmony exist in the family? Come hear Fr. Bill and Tricia share inspiring and practical ways to bring peace into your family home.

A 'friend' who never contacts you except to ask a favor is not a true friend. Persons whose prayer is almost exclusively petition are spiritually immature. God delights in using his power and might to give, but he also wants to receive. This talk is a step-by-step plan to balance and refashion your prayer life.

Pope John Paul II exhorted all Catholics to make their lives "in a certain way completely Eucharistic." How is this possible? Katrina will share how this Eucharistic pattern of being chosen, blessed, broken, and given can be inscribed into our daily lives and a guide in our prayer.

The call of Mary is the true Eve who gives life and enters into Christ coming as the Messiah. She is the true disciple that leads each of us into a full relationship with Jesus as Lord and Redeemer.

(Acts 1:5)
Why did Jesus speak about the Baptism in the Holy Spirit and spiritual gifts? Case examples will help illustrate their importance.

A very rare opportunity to hear two world-famous exorcists tell their stories.

Families have gifts, talents, accomplishments, but also sin, shame and disgrace. Healing of negative effects transmitted through past generations is possible through Christ, especially in the Eucharist. *Note: Extended time for healing the family tree prayer will follow talk.

Jesus is still healing today by the power of the Holy Spirit. How can we receive His healing? How can we share this healing power with others? *Note: Extended time for healing prayer and empowerment will follow talk.

Fr. Raymond will explain what it means to be Baptized in the Holy Spirit. All present will have the opportunity to be prayed over for the release of the Holy Spirit in their lives. *Note: Extended time for baptism of the Holy Spirit will follow talk.

"By refusing to face our painful memories, we miss the opportunity to change our hearts and grow mature in repentance."(Nouwen) This talk will include an explanation on the Healing of Memories and prayer for healing.

Stress is part of every person's life. Unfortunately, sometimes it can become unmanageable. If you are experiencing overwhelming stress in your life, come and learn effective emotional, mental and spiritual strategies to overcoming it.

Are the experiences of my everyday life just coincidences or could the Lord be trying to tell me something?

At the Second Vatican Council, the church committed herself irrevocable to the journey to Christian unity. The Catholic Charismatic Renewal has a special calling to this, but how do we embrace the call whilst avoiding the dangers of a false approach to ecumenism? (John 17:21)

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ is with us everyday. He wants us to live an abundant life by experiencing the miracles that through grace are in our lives. Learn how to ask for God's intervention, healing, and blessings for our family, loved ones and ourselves.

Unity is a necessary part of keeping the fire of the Holy Spirit alive and of our witness to the presence of God among us. We need to build relationships of unity by taking time to listen to one another and to heal broken relationships by living in ongoing forgiveness.

As a quadriplegic for many years, Renee studied Scriptures about the power of praise in painful times. She will share about the untapped tool that exists for us if we praise God even in the darkest times.

In Luke 9:11, we read, "He (Jesus) welcomed them and spoke to them of the reign of God, and he healed all who were in need of healing." What is the connection between preaching and healing? Let's gather in this workshop to hear God's word and to seek his healing touch.

Both the Scriptures and modern psychology proclaim the power of gratitude to lift up and set free. We will reflect on both Scripture and science to open us up to this dynamic power.

This talk will offer practical, down-to-earth, spirit-filled and insightful ways to tap into the transforming power of God's grace. You can take the best of 'what was' and create the best of 'what is' to have the marriage you've always wanted.

The tasks ahead of me are never as great as the power God has put within me--his Holy Spirit. How can I make sure I'm drawing on this power in my daily life?

This workshop will share a powerful and new way for single people to look at themselves and their purpose and mission in the world and the church. Instead of seeing themselves as a "nonentity" during this seemingly invisible "waiting" period, singles are invited to see themselves as indispensable to the church and society.

This classic one-liner facetiously reminds us that the Almighty God of power and might is more reliable than any earthling. He is also a God of wisdom and love. This talk will teach the art of trusting God, especially for soul-weary Christians.

It is acknowledged weakness of the Lord's people that invites the Lord's exercise of power. It is our claim before the throne.

Fr. Ray, involved in Charismatic Renewal since 1969, will discuss the nature of the Charismatic Gifts, their use, and their relationship to Baptism in the Holy Spirit.

Early Sunday Liturgy
IN PROGRESS in Arena
7:30am-9:00am

St. Ignatius of Loyola often ended his letters with the prayer that we might know and fulfill God's holy will. How do we recognize the Lord's gentle voice amid the many messages that bombard us each day? Come and grow in your ability to sort out God's invitation from simply human ideas and suggestions of the Evil One.

What is the divine prescription to be healed of my particular situation? Jesus "healed all who were in need of healing" (Luke 9:11) So take courage! God has healing in store for you. Come and see what this healing experience can mean in your own life.

It is the Lord's will to heal his people; however, there are many obstacles that prevent His healing. Bob will identify those barriers and show how to cooperate with God to remove them.

God has a unique plan and purpose for my life which he wants to reveal to me. How do I discover what it is and put it into practice? (Jer. 29:11)

In addition to baptism with water, the scriptures frequently refer to the Baptism in the Holy Spirit. Right before Jesus ascended into heaven, he said "...in a few days you will e baptized with the Holy Spirit." St. Cyprian of Carthage said "There is a difference between those who are baptized and those who are baptized in the Spirit." What does it all mean?

Fr. Jim will share the source and purpose of the Book of Judith--an inspiring parable set in a semi-historical presentation.

The Devotion of the Seven Sorrows promotes union with the sufferings of Christ through the sufferings that his mother endured throughout her life. By meditating on the Seven Sorrows, we find healing for our own wounds and compassion for those who sorrow.

In this workshop, we will learn and discover that "all things are possible in Christ, which depends on our degree of faith in him! As St. Paul proclaimed, "All things work to good for those who love the Lord." We must then learn to walk by faith and love, and thus become confident to share in all that God has for us.

At Pentecost the early Church received the fulfillment of the promise "you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit." (Acts 1:5) The heart of the Charismatic Renewal is to bring everyone to a personal experience of that grace of Pentecost. As the Holy Spirit was for the early Church, so it needs to be for the Church today.

Learn seven steps in releasing your Baptismal blessings in your everyday life. Understand how God wants you to live a life of power and victory.

Ever notice that life doesn't always go the way we expected? When this happens, it can challenge our faith, joy and zest for life. Katrina will offer insights on how the changes in life can actually draw us closer to God and deeper into prayer instead of overwhelming us in pain and disappointment.

Jesus wants us free to be our very selves. We will study some of the obstacles to being free, and their Biblical solutions.

Caring for others, whether our children, parents, spouses, or others, can burn us out fast. We need the skills to deal with it and keep up adequate care for ourselves. In this workshop, come and learn ways to restore your mind, body, and soul and keep the balance between our self-care and care for others.