Pax CAFÉ – Catholic Adult Formation and Enrichment

Pax CAFÉ
Catholic Adult Formation and Enrichment

You've seen the heading, "Pax CAFÉ." It is a title we use to refer to offerings that are of interest to adults in their spiritual formation and growth. "CAFÉ" stands for "Catholic Adult Formation and Enrichment." Pax CAFÉ covers many different topics and uses a number of different learning styles.

Many Catholics feel like they "graduated" from their Catholic education if they went to Catholic Grade School or High School; some even feel that way after receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation. At Pax Christi, our parish mission reminds us that we are life-long learners in our faith development. There will never come a time when we know everything there is to know about God and the way God acts in this world. There will never come a time when we have our own Christian lives completely figured out and know exactly how to act and what to choose in every situation. Our Christian education continues until the day we die.

"For now we see in a mirror, dimly, but then we will see face to face."
–1 Corinthians 13:12

Your stewardship makes these opportunities possible. If you have ideas or interests you would like to see developed here at the parish, please call the office and let us know.

Pax CAFÉ Offerings for 2010–2011

• Sundays @ Pax CAFÉ
Sundays, 6:30–7:45pm, beginning September 19
(offered on Sundays when faith formation sessions for children are scheduled) The goal of this program is to offer a wide variety of topical presentations and discussions on what it means to be Catholic today and what the Church teaches. Come to one or many, and bring your ideas for future consideration. This is facilitated by Michael Griffin and other parish staff. There is no charge for this program and registration is not required.

• JustFaith
Mondays, 6:30–8:30pm, beginning September 20
JustFaith offers a 30-week opportunity for parishioners to experience a spiritual journey into compassion. The weekly gatherings offer a lively, challenging time to read, view, listen, discuss, and reflect on our faith tradition that changes lives, inspires compassion, and transforms the world through love and service. Substantial reading (8-10 books) on Catholic social teaching and issues of local, national, and global poverty form the main content. There is a $125 charge to help cover the cost of the materials. Scholarships are available. A separate registration is required.

• Women with Spirit Bible Study
Tuesdays, 9:30–11:30am, September 21–April 12

Click here to download and print a registration form.

This comprehensive look at "The Prophets" combines presentations by Dr. Sue Meyers and Dr. Corrie Carvalho from the University of St. Thomas and Dr. Chris Franke from St. Catherine University. There are also three morning retreats scheduled to be presented by Fr. Michael Joncas, Ms. Trish Vanni, and Fr. Steve McMichael. The cost for the series and retreats is $100. Scholarships are available. Separate registration is required.

• Pax CAFÉ Bible Study
Thursdays, 6:30–8:30pm, beginning September 23
The "Book of Exodus" will be the first study series of the year (11 weeks) using materials from the Little Rock scripture Study. DVD presentations, facilitated small groups, and at home preparation combine to form a rich and informative study of God's Word. There is a $25 charge to help cover the cost of materials. Scholarships are available. Separate registration is required.

• Lord, Teach us to Pray…
Wednesdays, 6:30–7:45pm, beginning September 29
Through a series of short "units" (2-4 weeks each), the goal of this program is to help move people to a deeper relationship with God through a greater understanding of the Mass and a deeper engagement with the parish. This offering combines bulletin articles, reflection questions, and the Wednesday programs. Facilitated by Vicki Klima of the parish staff. There is no charge for this program and registration is not required.

Contact: Vicki Klima, Dir. of Leadership Development, 952-405-7211, or vklima@paxchristi.com.

• Engaging Spirituality
Sunday, August 29, 10:00–11:00am

Opening Retreat Saturday, September 18, 9:00am–5:00pm.

First Session September 20, 6:30-8:30pm. Other sessions on Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm, (21 weeks)

[Special information session will be held August 29 from 10:00-11:00am in Room #239]
Pax CAFÉ presents a spiritually deepening process that invites small groups of adult Christians to explore the intersection between contemplative presence and social action, as it is lived out in their own lives. Engaging Spirituality focuses on the practical challenges of following Jesus into the broken heart of our world, inspired by the urgency and spirit of the Gospel message to our lives, to our relationships, and to our times. Participants practice "the undivided life" of Christian discipleship-engaging in contemplation while immersing ourselves in the heart of our fragmented world. There is a $100 fee to help cover the cost of the materials. Scholarships are available. A separate registration is required.

Contact: Michael Griffin, Dir. of Faith Formation, 952-405-7230, or mgriffin@paxchristi.com.