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Register now for these upcoming events:
MONTHLY EVENT: Morning of Reflection or Evening of Reflection with Fr. Kent Hemberger, Mornings from 9:00 am-1:00 pm, September 8, October 13, November 10, and December 7. Evenings from 5:30-8:30 pm, September 9, October 14, November 11, and December 9, 2010.
RELIGIOUS STUDIES PROGRAM: “Introduction to the New Testament” with David Wall, M.D., Saturday, September 11 and Saturday, October 9, 2010. Click here to learn more and register.
SPECIAL WEEKDAY EVENT: “The Spirituality of Aging: Creating a Successful Retirement,” with Richard Johnson, Ph.D., Tuesday, September 28, 2010. Click here to learn more and register.
EVENING SERIES: “The Five Love Languages,” with John and Mary Mertes, Wednesdays, October 6 and 13, 2010. Click here to learn more and register.
RETREAT: “Healing our Grief: Rediscovering Ourselves Through Our Spiritual Strengths,” with Jason Lewis, M.A., Friday-Saturday, October 15-16, 2010. Click here to learn more and register.
SPECIAL EVENT: “Encounter with the Dying: Accompanying Those in Need” with Dr. Gerard Brungardt, Thursday, November 4, 2010, 7:00-9:00 pm. Click here to learn more and register.
“Leading Like Jesus” Encounter Session with Fr. Kent Hemberger and Tami Gates, Fall day session: Saturday, November 6, 2010. Click here to learn more and register.
Click here to go to the Calendar of Events page of the Center’s web site for more about all Spiritual Life Center offerings.
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September 2010
The start of school marks the beginning of a new year of programs here at the Spiritual Life Center. New beginnings provide new opportunities for each of us to ask: How am I going to feed my spirit and my relationship with God?
The Religious Studies Program begins this year with Introduction to the New Testament by Dr. David Wall in September and October. Classes on the Sacraments by Fr. Pat York, Catholic Doctrine by Fr. Sherman Orr and Moral Theology by Fr. John Lanzrath will follow in the months to come. Come and take part in the Religious Studies Program to gain a firm foundation to be a Catechist in your parish or simply for personal enrichment in your faith. Sign up now for individual classes or for the whole year.
Beginning with this year, I will offer both Mornings and Evenings of Reflection each month beginning with the morning of Wednesday, September 8th at 9:00 AM and the evening of Thursday, September 9th at 5:15 PM (Dinner starts at 5:30 with optional evening prayer at 5:15 PM). These Mornings and Evenings consist of a spiritual talk, adoration, an opportunity for confession, Mass and a meal. I will speak about Spiritual Freedom in September.
We also have a very special event called, The Spirituality of Aging: Creating a Successful Retirement on Tuesday, September 28th with Dr. Richard Johnson who is a nationally recognized expert in the area of mature adult spirituality. I heard Dr. Johnson talk many years ago, and I still remember and find his words valuable in my life even though I am not near retirement.
Finally, it is not too early to plan for the 24-hour retreat we are offering called Healing our Grief with Jason Lewis on October 15-16th. This retreat will help those struggling with grief to discover their spiritual strengths that can help lead them through their grief.
In Christ,
Rev. Kent Hemberger, Director |
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Many of you know the Spiritual Life Center to be a place for retreats, adult education programs and other Catholic events. But you may not know that the Center serves as host for a wide variety of groups and functions. Here is a short list of our guests for the month of August, followed by some of the groups and events we will host during September. It is our hope you will suggest the Center as an event destination for church and other non-profit groups and organizations you may know about.
Some of the Spiritual Life Center guests in August included: Catholic Stewardship Consultants (Msgr. McGread Stewardship Conference), Serra Club, local “Minisa Chapter” of the International Association of Administrative Professionals, Archdiocese of Oklahoma City—Office of Pastoral Ministry and Deacons, Wichita State University Center for Community Support, Friends University, 12-Step Summer Program, Wichita State University School of Nursing, General Federation of Women’s Clubs, Catholic Bishops from Kansas, and many others!
Some of the Spiritual Life Center guests we expect in September include: Men’s and Women’s Spanish Cursillo Weekends, Serra Club, Kansas West United Methodist Church Cabinet meeting, Curso Juan, Diocese of Salina Priests’ Formation Retreat, Diocese of Dodge City Deacons & Wives’ Retreat, and many others!
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Summer flew by and fall is upon us. Would you believe it’s time to start looking ahead to the Advent and Christmas season already? For many years the staff members of the Center have enjoyed beautiful Christmas celebrations held in our own dining room, and this year we hope that your parish or non-profit group might like to do the same.
A Christmas banquet at the Center provides not only a beautiful setting, but also a step away from the hustle and bustle of the pre-Christmas rush. Your group is welcome to use the Chapel for prayer time or Mass before or after dinner, and our dining room can be set to accommodate whatever type of entertainment you might choose to bring along with you. An SLC Christmas celebration has a way of blending both the joy and the holiness of the Advent season so your group members will not only enjoy each other’s company, but also truly enter into the spirituality of Advent.
The dining room can seat up to 135 guests. And if you’ve never seen the SLC dining room set for a banquet, you won’t believe the beauty that comes with our tablecloths, napkins, plated dishes and centerpieces! Our chefs will prepare a delightful meal your entire group is sure to enjoy, and our wonderful volunteers serve each meal and dessert so you can focus on one another.
Let the staff of the Spiritual Life Center assist you in your Christmas party planning this year. Call Events Coordinator Kristi Uhlschmidt today at (316) 744-0167 to reserve a date!
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