Witnessing Hope Parish Mission

A parish mission is a mini retreat designed for busy people, an opportunity to step back a bit, slow down, and simply reconnect our lives with God; a time of spiritual refreshment and invigoration. It is something special and out of the ordinary.  We invite a keynote speaker to lead the mission and give a series of inspirational talks centered around a theme, with intentional time for prayer, and Sacraments. A parish mission is an opportunity for the parish community to grow spiritually and to experience the love of Jesus Christ in their midst. 

At Lumen Christi Parish

• Sunday, February 16 | 1:00-2:30 PM | Church
• Monday, February 17 | 6:30-8:00 PM | Church
• Tuesday, February 18 | 6:30-8:00 PM | Church
• And a bonus Monday, February 17 at 9:30-10:30 AM in St Cecilia Hall (this will be a repeat to Monday evening’s Keynote)
  
  

A parish mission is for EVERYONE. This is for the individual who have fallen away from the Church, those who are seeking, parish members who are in the pews every Sunday and everyone in between.  It is for you, your family members, your friends, your neighbor, your barista at Colectivo. It is for those of all ages. You SHOULD invite someone to come with you - do not make this journey alone!

Each session, you can expect to hear a dynamic message from Pete Burds who will share personal stories, examples and meaning bringing scripture to life and making our faith incredibly real and relatable. Each night will have a prayer opportunity, led either by Pete Burds or parish leadership. There will be time before and after for fellowship and small group conversations.  

YES! You will WANT to be at all three mission talks, but if your schedule allows you to make one or two that is great too. The message each night is different and they will relate to one another but do not rely on one another. You can attend ANY of the mission talks without feeling like you have missed major content.  

Yes - we want EVERYONE to be able to participate. The Parish Mission Sunday afternoon, as well as Monday & Tuesday evening will be live-streamed. The Monday morning session will not be live streamed. Join us whether you are homebound for the event, traveling for work, or wintering south! We want you to be a part of this wherever you are. 

Each Keynote address will speak to your heart whether you are 10 or 110. Our speaker is just that good and relatable. We are not specifically advertising a night to a targeted audience but are encouraging families and individuals of all ages to attend each session.  

YES!  Sunday is an afternoon event 1:00-2:30 PM.  Monday morning Pete Burds is giving his keynote talk at 9:30 AM in St. Cecilia Hall, his message will be repeated Monday evening.  

Because of the generous stewardship of our parish members, the parish mission is free for all to attend. We hope you will come to see the great ministry and fruits of your financial gifts.

If you are bringing your teen to the mission, why wouldn't you stay?

YES! There will be FREE childcare Sunday afternoon and both Monday and Tuesday evening. Drop off 15 minutes before the mission talk and pick up 15 minutes after the talk ends. Our caregivers have been given background checks and are excellent. The St. Theresa of Calcutta Room is where you can drop off and pick up your children. We will accept children 6 months - 10 years old. Goldfish crackers and water will be provided as a snack, unless you pack something otherwise.  

We are limiting the number of children and are requiring an RSVP ahead of time.  Please reserve a spot for childcare HERE!

YES! Infants are welcome and so are ‘bigger kids’ as you feel comfortable. 

• There will be lunch after the 11:00AM Mass on Sunday and a light dinner both Monday and Tuesday evening at 5:30 PM.  

• Meals are "soup & substance" style. We are asking parish members to help make soups/salads/side dishes for each day. You do not have to make anything to enjoy a meal.  

• We do appreciate RSPVS for each meal so we can prepare enough food for everyone.
  RSVP here for Parish Mission meals!

YES! There will be a priest (or two) at the end of each day/evening available for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. We hope that you will take advantage of it!  

Meaghan Turner, Director of Catholic Formation 
[email protected]
(262) 512-8985