Catholics Returning Home
Catholics Returning Home is a six week program that is offered by our Parish to welcome non practicing Catholics home.
Designed as an entry point for returning Catholics, the emphasis in the sessions is about making participants feel welcome, accepted and comfortable in rejoining the faith community after a period of absence, and participating in its sacramental life.
| Week 1 |
Welcome, Overview, Sharing of Stories |
| Week 2 |
Returning Catholics - Why they leave?
Why they return? Discussion & Sharing |
| Week 3 |
The Church Today
- Changes since Vatican II |
| Week 4 |
Walking through the Mass |
| Week 5 |
Explanation of the Sacrament of Reconciliation |
| Week 6 |
Not the End but the Beginning
- The Creed: What Catholics Believe |
The program is run by a small team of 2-3 parishioners who have a listening, compassionate heart and a non-judgmental attitude towards others. Team members are not theologically trained, but rather have a gentle, listening spirit that is welcoming and affirming of others. The program uses the resource, "Returning Home to your Catholic Faith" by Sally M. Mews.
The program will be run as required - though the season of Lent is an ideal time. Enquiries are welcomed at any time of the year Please feel free to contact the Parish Office for further information: Phone (07) 3359 0088 or email: chermsidewest@bne.catholic.net.au
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