Adults

Beautiful Eucharist

Week One: Introduction-Astonishing Week Two: Mass was Boring…Until this Happened Jackie Francois Angel recounts a pivotal moment when she resolved to fully commit to her Catholic faith, no longer content with being only partially engaged. Have you ever experienced such a transformative moment? If not, how might you pursue a deeper encounter with Jesus? Jackie Francois Angel offers her insights on the Eucharist, drawing support from the teachings of the Catechism. In your own understanding, what significance does the Eucharist …

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Holy Moments: A Handbook for the Rest of Your Life

Week One Prologue The book’s prologue recounts a timeless tale of the Hermit’s contribution to the monastery community, emphasizing his wisdom and insight. On page 8, the Hermit metaphorically compares the Abbot to a lake with the capacity to reflect the divine presence of God. Reflect on moments when you’ve mirrored the attributes of God to others. Upon discovering the presence of the messiah among them, the Monks transformed their interactions, displaying mutual respect and self-care. Embrace the belief that …

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Read, Watch, Study Jesus

You might not know the whole story of Jesus. If you’re new to knowing him and you like to read Start with the Gospel of Mark, then move to Matthew and Luke, finish with John Maybe you’s like to listen to the gospels. Start with the Gospel of Mark, then move to Matthew and Luke, finish with John If you’d like to watch the story of Jesus you might want watch: Know that all movies use artistic license, not everything …

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ReImagining Faith

Mission Statement ReImaging Faith is a place for returning Catholics to explore their faith and future with the Church: To remember, to heal, to become part of the community. About ReImagining Faith ReImagining Faith gathers weekly on Thursday evenings for ten weeks. During the course of the ten weeks, participants have an opportunity to explore and return to full participation in the Church and the Sacraments. Each session includes an informational topic such as Trinity, Church, Jesus, sacraments, morality and …

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Divorced and Separated Support Group

The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who are crushed in spirit. (Ps 34.18) Divorce or separation is troubling and painful to most people. Holy Family Church has a support group to address this need. We meet every other week via zoom , all are welcome! The meetings are from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., every other Thursday.  Please email for the zoom link. Margaret Hostrup (email: margarethostrup@gmail.com) and Charles Cerutti (email:  cpcjr2@gmail.com) …

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Religious Education Congress

The Religious Education Congress is a gathering of the brightest and the best in the area of Catholic Religious Formation, Pastoral Leadership, Scripture Study, Music and Worship.   Each year Holy Family sends a large delegation of catechists, parish leaders, parents and teens to this four day event.  Each year The Religious Education Congress is held in the winter/ or early spring at the Anaheim Convention Center (near the Disneyland resort). Some of our delegates travel each day to Anaheim for …

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Order of Christian Initiation of Adults and Children

Mission Statement Holy Family is a welcoming community of faith who welcomes seekers and so we initiate new members through the rites of our Catholic Church.  Those seekers are nurtured as individuals on their own faith journeys, challenging them to live the Gospel message as Catholic Christians. They do this within a community of fellow seekers and parishioners of Holy Family Church. About Order of Christian Initiation of Adults The Catholic Church welcomes new members and tries to provide appropriate …

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Men’s Reading Group

Meetings Please join the Men’s Reading Group on the 3rd Tuesday of each month to discuss books concerned with religious, moral, and ethical issues, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Guadalupe Room in the Pastoral Center. Each month’s book selection is available in the Holy Family Bookstore.     Contact Ramon Barreras ramon.barreras@gmail.com

Spiritual Direction

Spiritual Direction is an opportunity to discover who we are in God, to let go of what is not working, to fully accept our lives and forgive ourselves and others. The Spiritual Direction Ministry provides this opportunity to those who seek guidance, affirmation and/or enrichment in their spiritual experience. Each spiritual journey is a personal path and all are welcome to join. An initial conversation may help you decide if this journey will benefit you. The journey begins with a conversation to determine if …

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