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Spiritual Development
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An important mission in life is to cultivate our personal
spirituality. This is not simply being "good" or
"sinless", but rather having a living relationship with God
through Christ. One aspect is to develop a conscious appreciation of
our connection with all people, with all creation, and with God, and
to recognize our special role as partners in God's project of
salvation. Spirituality is not simply making ourselves holy, but
developing reverence for the holiness of life and orienting our lives
toward others and the sanctification of the world. This quest takes a
lifetime and is nurtured by various forms of prayer and reflection.
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Within Saint Agnes Parish
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| Mass
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The central celebration of our Faith. Regular times
are shown on top of the home page. Check details
for this week.
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| Reconciliation
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Every Saturday from 4:00 until 4:30. Other times by appointment.
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Spiritual Direction
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The priests of the
parish are always available to assist you with spiritual and personal
issues. Feel free to consult on any matter that concerns you or for a
personalized program of spiritual direction.
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Rosary
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Every Saturday at 4:40, prior to the 5:00 p.m. Mass.
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| Holy Hour
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First Friday of every month at 7:00 Mass & at 6:00pm on Thursdays |
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Stations of the Cross
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Celebrated during Fridays of Lent.
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Prayer Group
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Every Tuesday 2:30 - 3:30 in the Church. All welcome.
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Groups that pray for vocations
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-- Holy Hour: First Friday of every month at 7:00Mass
-- Serra Club (see
Club 31, especially)
-- Marian
Movement for Priests Tuesday evenings at 8:00
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Other Groups
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Many parish organizations
include activities with a spiritual focus; check especially the faith-based
and service
groups.
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Other Opportunities
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Special blessings are available, including a monthly blessing for
expectant mothers. Other sacraments
and sacramental preparation
programs are available. The schools
also provide spiritual programs and events for children.
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Vocations
Chalice
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The vocations chalice can be taken to your home for a week to serve as
a focal point for prayer and discernment concerning vocations and life
choices.
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Divine
Mercy
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This devotion, based on the experiences of a 20th century Polish nun,
is new to St. Agnes. The essence is to accept your condition and trust
in Jesus.
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Beyond the Parish
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Retreat Centres
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Loyola House, PO Box 245, Guelph, ON, N1H 6J9
(519) 824-1250, loyola@sentex.net
offers a number of silent directed retreat options, including weekend,
8-day and longer retreats
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Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre, 1617 Blythe Road,
Mississauga, ON, L5H 2C3, (905) 278-5229 director@qoa.tillion.com
offers engaged and marriage encounter, women's, men's and single's
retreats
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Many others, including the Sisters of St. Joseph Retreat House in
Hamilton.
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Spiritual Direction
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Many retreat centres, including Loyola House, can provide individual
spiritual direction. Call to explore this option.
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Spiritual Awareness Programs
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Resurrection College offers courses in pastoral theology.
St. Jerome's College has an excellent speaker series.
The Social Justice Office of the diocese presents speakers and
workshops, often in collaboration with The Working Centre of Kitchener.
Check links for contact
information.
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Cursillo
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An
intense spiritual weekend experience, leading to small faith
communities and support networks. Marg and Doug Weber (747-5937 or e-mail)
can explain the program and tell you how to get involved. See organizations
for schedules of weekends and events.
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