Christian Family Living Center

 

High Tidings

 

January 2008

Special Retreats for the Lenten Season

Please reserve your seat by calling 910-328-1584

Ash Wednesday -

February 6: A Day To Remember

"Remember you are dust and unto dust you shall return" Gn3:19

This passage is not the same as saying "We all got to go someday". The "You" who dies is always one single solitary individual. Not hiding from ourselves and our unique irreplaceable history and our inevitable death, ought to be reflected on and prayed about at the start of Lent. Fr. John Gillespie will begin this program at 10:00 am and conclude with distribution of ashes at 3:00pm. $25 includes lunch. 

Wednesday, Feb 13: Video Lecture Series* Early Christianity. 9am - 1 pm, $25 includes lunch.

Tuesday, Feb 19: Video Lecture Series* More on Early Christianity. 9am - 1 pm, $25 includes lunch. 

Special Weekend for Singles or Families

February 29- March 3: Art as a Lenten Journey  This retreat experience will open many to the boundless love Jesus has for us, and how we can share that love and healing with each other in true joy of Easter. This weekend integrates creativity and spirituality as a path to a deeper appreciation of God’s love for each of us. Arts and crafts expression, community building and times for silence and relaxation all blend to engage in prayerful reflection within the context of the Lenten journey. Come alone, bring a friend or the entire family for this imaginative experience No artistic skill required – just a desire to connect with a loving God.  Fr. Rich Kuhn, SM will be available for spiritual direction and Reconciliation. $70 ages 2-7; $100 ages 8+.Family max is $490.

Thursday, March 20:  Video Lecture Series* Jesus and the Gospels.  Time: 9am - 1 pm, $25 includes lunch.

 As published in the December 18 issue of FamilyOnline:

 

TEN GATHER FOR CONTACT

RETREAT IN NORTH CAROLINA

 “Discernment… The Next Step” was the theme of the contact retreat held Dec. 7 to Dec. 9 at the Christian Family Living Retreat Center on N. Topsail Island in North Carolina. Ten men gathered with Fr. John Thompson, main presenter, Bro. Charles Johnson, national vocation director, Ray McCracken (NACMS) and Jessica Sherwen, Marianist Family RetreatCenter in Cape May Point, N.J. The group explored discernment issues and joined in faith sharing, prayer, Eucharist and a question and answer session. Participant Michael Chiuri was appreciative of the advice he received for his future discernment. “Fr. John emphasized that any true vocation is two sided. On one side you have abundant life and on the other you have sacrifice. Whatever path we choose, God will bless us richly if we are true to him,” said Michael. A highlight of the weekend according to Michael was walking on the beach with other contacts and sharing life experiences. “The organization of the retreat was impressive. My sincere gratitude to Bro. Charles for making the retreat possible, to Fr. John, Jessica and Ray for the beautiful content and to Marilynn Shackelford and the staff at Topsail for the comfortable accommodations,” said Michael.

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Gearing up for Summer 2008!

Jun 29 - Jul 4   Families of Hispanic heritage

Jul 6 - 11         CFL Classic: open to all families

Jul 13 - 18       Single Parent Families

Jul 20 - 25       CFL Classic: open to all families

Jul 27 - Aug 1  CFL Classic: open to all families

Aug 10 - 15     CFL Classic: open to all families

Aug 17 - 22      Families with young children

Aug 24 - 29      Families that home school

 

What is the Christian Family Living Experience?

Since the construction of the Christian Family Living Center on Topsail Island in 1988, our vision has been focused on offering Christ-centered programs, activities, community building and playful recreation.  All with the purpose of helping people strengthen family bonds, in other words; living as Christian families.  The fun and relaxation of our beach front living are integrated through our daily themes of Affirmation, Communication, Forgiveness and Commitment.  It is our hope that your family will experience the family bonding and spiritual development that thousands of families have enjoyed.Our 2008 theme for Summer Weeks is:  Invite G.O.D. In.  Your family will be guided by our volunteer servant family team and guest priest. The Eucharist and other family liturgies are complemented by presentations, skits, family sharing, peer groups and fun activities.  There is free time scheduled to enjoy our beach - so plan to join in this unique Christian Family Living Experience. This is the place to find that elusive “quality time” with your family.  Join us at CFL for a Christ-centered week of spiritual growth and old-fashioned fun!

  

Days of Grace:

This is the resting place, let the weary rest … Isaiah 28:11-13 CFL invites adults of all faiths to take time out for personal renewal at CFL weekdays from September to June.  Please call for availability.  Rates per person, per night are $35.  Meals are not included but you are welcome to use our kitchen. 

   CFL is where many groups hosttheir meetings including:

Cursillo (bothmen and women)

Diocese of Raleigh Young Adults

Newman Centers

Dioces of Raleigh Catechetical Institute

Knights of Columbus

Catholic Daughters

Emmaus (both men and women)

Matt Talbot

Kairos Outside

Men's Cursillo Group