Beyond the Parish Doors

Ruah Woods Psychological Services (RWPS) is pleased to announce the addition of two Catholic mental health professionals to their team: Dr. Emily Dowdell, Psy.D. and Rod Dunlap, M.A., IMFT. With this additional staffing, RWPS is welcoming new patients who are seeking support for their mental health and desiring to grow in their vocation to love. More information can be found at RWpsych.org or by calling 513-407-8878. Please share this good news with your parishioners.

Archbishop Dennis Schnurr would like you to join him for a special study of The Mass video series from Bishop Robert Barron’s Word on Fire Ministries. Each Sunday from January 8 through February 12, Archbishop Schnurr will email you one episode of the series along with his own brief insights, which you can watch on your own time and at your own pace, to explore the wonder of the Mass. Each episode of the series is only about 25 minutes. This is a great way to join fellow Catholics across the archdiocese to deepen your understanding of the Mass and experience it in a whole new way. Visit catholicaoc.org/theMass to sign up for free.

The Archdiocesan Care for Creation Task Force is eager to welcome people to learn about this powerful initiative from the Vatican to unite Catholics around the globe as we seek to love and care for all of God’s creation. Our archdiocese has joined the Laudato Si’ Action Plan (LSAP), and we’re looking to engage individuals and families, Families of Parishes, schools, and all others in this work. communications@catholicaoc.org

We’ve got four virtual introductory sessions coming up, and we’d love for you to join us (and bring a friend!) for an hour to learn about the LSAP and how you can get involved.

The virtual introductory sessions are as follows:

• Tues. 2/7 at 12:30 p.m. https://catholiccincinnati.zoom.us/j/86503581210
• Tues. 2/7 at 6:30 p.m. https://catholiccincinnati.zoom.us/j/81726969116

Registration is not required, but we would love to know if you plan to attend. Please RSVP with Tammie Mers (tmers@catholicaoc.org) in the Catholic Social Action Office. Please contact Liliana Sierra (lsierra@catholicaoc.org) with any questions. All are welcome!

Saturday, January 28 | 1:00-3:00pm | All Saints Parish Center, Montgomery, OH

Friends of Jesus is a group for adults with developmental disabilities (18 years of age or older).  This group’s focus is primarily for support, prayer, and socializing. We come together in prayer, do some craft-making, and enjoy refreshments. At our January 28th gathering we will focus on “How do We Love Jesus”. New members are always welcome but need to RSVP first prior to attending so we can plan for food and craft supplies.  For questions or to RSVP, please contact Jane Callan at 513.793.3546. Pay attention to CDC announcements for any updates to advice on wearing masks in public gatherings. Anyone bringing snacks for the group to share is asked to wrap the snacks individually.

February 4-5, 2023

World Day For Consecrated Life will be celebrated by the Church on Wednesday, February 2, 2022 and in parishes over the weekend of February 4-5, 2023. Please pray for all those who have consecrated their life to God and thank them on their special day. May they continue to be inspired by Jesus Christ and respond generously to God's gift of their vocation.

Sunday, February 5, 2023 | 7:00pm | Mt. St. Mary's Seminary and School of Theology, Chapel of St. Gregory, Cincinnati, OH

Join us on Sunday, February 5 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of St. Gregory the Great for Solemn Vespers with a concert of sacred music featuring Mount St. Mary’s Latin Schola. The event is free and open to the public.

February 7 - April 25

Marriage is meant to last a lifetime. Most engaged couples approach their wedding day fully believing and intending this. Sadly, however, too many hearts and homes end up experiencing the pain of divorce. Surviving Divorce was created to bring hope and healing to those who have experienced the pain and loneliness of a broken marriage. The Petersburg Parishes are offering this 12-week video series on Tuesday evenings, February 7 through April 25, 2023 (6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.) in the Adult Room of the St. Joseph Parish Life Center (attached to the church located at 103 W Pearl St., Wapakoneta). Call 419.738.2115 to register. A $25 fee will cover the cost of the program. If this would create a financial hardship, please mention that when registering.

February 17-18, 2023 | Mount St. Mary’s Seminary & School of Theology, Cincinnati, OH

The weekend gives single men aged 18-35 an opportunity to experience seminary life for a weekend. The weekend begins at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 17, and concludes on Saturday at 7:00 p.m. Register at www.catholicaoc.org/vocations.

February 17 - 18 | St. Phillip the Apostle | Morrow, OH

Every layperson has an important mission from God! We need good Catholic millionaires, good Catholic politicians, good Catholics in social media, good Catholics in every neighborhood to make a heavenly impact on the world! The lay faithful have an essential role, and through your role, in your particular sphere of influence, Christ is made present in this world as a sign of hope and love. Based upon the teachings of Pope Saint John Paul II Discovering the Essential Role of the Lay Person in God’s Plan is a retreat to help you discover the extreme importance of your lay vocation during this powerful retreat!

Schedule

Friday evening, Feb. 17, from 7 – 9 p.m.

• Mass @ 7 pm – Fr Craig Best,
• Pastor of St Philip/St Francis de Sales,
• then introductory remarks
• and 1st reflection* – Marybeth Kenny

Saturday, Feb. 18, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

• Mass @ 9 am - Fr David Endres, Academic Dean
• and Professor of Church History,
• Mount St. Mary’s Seminary/Athenaeum
• 9:45 am - 2nd reflection* - Fr David Endres
• 10:45 am - 3rd reflection* - Patty Moores
• 11:45 am - complimentary lunch served
• 1 pm - 4th reflection* - Jeff Kenny
• 2 pm - 5th reflection* - Jeanie Stephens
• 3 pm - Closing Prayer
• Interactive format!
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*All retreat reflections are approximately 20 to 25 minutes in length followed by small group discussions

Location: St Philip the Apostle Church | 944 US-22, Morrow, OH 45152

Cost: A Free-will offering, so everyone can afford to come!

Lunch will be provided to all who preregister!

February 24-26 | St. Joseph Heights, Park Hills, KY

If you are just beginning to discern the possibility of Consecrated Life, this retreat is for you. It is for single men and women ages 18-45 and takes place February 24-26 at St. Joseph Heights, Park Hills, KY. It is hosted by the Vocations Ministers of Greater Cincinnati. The retreat will include input, time for prayer and reflection, conversations with a variety of consecrated men and women, and social time to grow together as Christians. For more information, contact Fr. Steve Dos Santos, CPPS at vocation@cpps-preciousblood.org or 937.701.0435 or https://forms.gle/bugX9Kb8kA6kt1JV9.

Saturday, February 25 | 7:00 - 9:00pm | St. Susanna, Mason, OH

Join us in the Church for praise and worship, the Sacrament of Confession, group healing prayer, and time with individual Prayer Teams for healing. Contact the St. Susanna Parish Office, or email calpins@stsusanna.org, for more details.

Sunday, February 26, 2023 | 5:30pm | Maria Stein Shrine, Upper Room, Maria Stein, OH

The Maria Stein Shrine is hosting a special event for couples wanting to strengthen their faith and marriage. Couples Night will be held on Sunday, February 26^th, 2023.   The evening will begin at 5:30pm with dinner in the Shrine’s Upper Room. After dinner, Wayne Topp, Managing Director for Young Adult and College Campus Evangelization Center for the New Evangelization, will explore the great vision Jesus has given for marriage. The cost for the evening is $50 per couple and an RSVP will be required. Space is limited.

Register online at mariasteinshrine.org by February 16th, 2023.

March 3-5, 2023 | Our Lady of the Holy Spirit Center, Cincinnati, OH

Give the gift of yourself, better communication, more romance, and a weekend to be alone with your spouse. A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience can be that gift and help your relationship and communication in 2022. The next Marriage Encounter Weekend experience is March 3-5, 2023 at Our Lady of the Holy Spirit Center in Cincinnati, OH.

Apply Today 

For more questions or more details contact:
Andy and Melanie Reinersman at 859.653.8464, application@esharing.org or visit  esharing.org

March 3-5 | Our Lady of the Holy Spirit Center, Cincinnati, OH

Looking for the perfect Valentine's gift for your spouse? Looking to spend a weekend alone with them? Give the gift of yourself, better communication, more romance and a weekend together with a WorldWide Marriage Encounter Experience. The next Marriage Encounter Weekend experience is March 3-5, 2023 at Our Lady of the Holy Spirit Center in Cincinnati, OH.  Not available then, check our website for other upcoming weekends. Apply today at https://esharing.org/applyWeekend.php For more questions or more details contact: Andy and Melanie Reinersman at 859.653.8464, application@esharing.org or visit esharing.org

Saturday, March 4

To kick off the Vatican’s Laudato Si’ Action Platform in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, the Care for Creation Task Force will be hosting a full day conference on Saturday, March 4, at Curran Place on the University of Dayton campus. Experts will speak about the spiritual, moral, and scientific foundations of the work, and people will be empowered to meet with others in their same sector (e.g. parishes, high schools, families, businesses) to form working groups to share ideas and support each other throughout the initiative. Additional information will be out soon! Questions? Contact Liliana Sierra, Laudato Si’ intern, Catholic Social Action at lsierra@catholicaoc.org.

March 9 - 12 | Maria Stein Shrine, Pilgrim Gift Shop, Maria Stein, OH

Mark your calendars, March 9th – 12th, the Pilgrim Gift Shop at the Maria Stein Shrine will host its annual First Communion Open House. Enjoy 20% off storewide, this is the perfect time to shop for First Communion Gifts!

March 18, 2023 | 8:30 am - 1 pm | Mount St. Mary’s Seminary & School of Theology, Cincinnati, OH

This seminar will serve to form Catholic school teachers with a revived vision of the classroom as the grounds for evangelization. Teachers will hear from experts on the spirituality of teaching, combatting a culture of disassociation, and how to integrate a Theology of the Body into the classroom, among other topics. They will have time for reflection and discussion with fellow teachers about practical methods to cultivate Faith within everyday lessons and envision creative strategies for faith-filled schools. Cost: $30 (includes breakfast and lunch) Check in and Material Pick Up: Following Mass

Questions? Contact Allegra Thatcher | athatcher@athenaeum.edu | 513.213.6116

Register

Saturday, March 25, 2023 | Xavier University, Cintas Center, Cincinnati, OH

The National Men’s Conference (formerly known as the Cincinnati Men’s Conference) will be held on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the Cintas Center on the campus of Xavier University. Join us as we hear from inspiring presenters, including keynote speaker Jonathan Roumie of The Chosen, grow in fellowship, and build our relationship with Jesus Christ centered on the Eucharist. Mass will be concelebrated by Archbishop Dennis M. Schnurr and Bishop Earl K. Fernandes. Go to nationalmensconference.com for more info and to buy your tickets now!

June 3, 2023 | 8:30 am - 1 pm | Mount St. Mary’s Seminary & School of Theology, Cincinnati, OH

This seminar will serve to form Catholic families with practical leadership tools to raise vocationally aware and faithful children. Parents will hear from experts on how to organize a family prayer routine, how to lead your spouse continually to Christ, and how to witness to your immediate family on a daily basis. There will be time for discussion of implementing practices into life with fellow parents who are also seeking further personal and spiritual formation to raise godly families.
Cost: $30 (includes breakfast and lunch) Check in and Material Pick Up: Following Mass

Questions? Contact Allegra Thatcher | athatcher@athenaeum.edu | 513.213.6116

Register

Access to the Beacons of Light Pastoral Planning Pathway digital platform is now available to anyone, not just parish leaders. Create a free user account at http://pathway.catholicaoc.org to stay informed about the planning process, to better understand the work being done in your Family of Parishes, and learn how you can contribute!

The Center for the New Evangelization’s Marriage & Family team hosts Genesis: A Pre-Cana Retreat in English and Spanish throughout the archdiocese. The retreat typically lasts from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and offers engaging presentations on the sacrament of marriage by teams of married couples, focusing on what it means to say “yes” to each of the questions of consent. The retreat also offers a unique opportunity for couples to pray together in adoration, go to Confession, spend time alone in conversation, and form friendships with other engaged couples. Visit our marriage preparation website for more information and dates of upcoming Genesis retreats at https://www.centerforthenewevangelization.org/marriage-family/marriage-p....

Since 1994, Project Rachel has ministered to women who have lost a child through abortion. We now know that this experience can cause guilt and shame after making the difficult decision to have an abortion. Women and men often suffer in silence and need the opportunity to honor the child and to heal while grieving and mourning their loss. Project Rachel offers several components for hope and healing. For more information, call/text the Project Rachel Helpline at: 513.784.0531, or email us at: hopeandhealingcinci@gmail.com, or visit our website at: https://projectrachelohio.org/.