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THI3RTY | Cafe Catholique | Small Faith Groups

THI3RTY

Wednesdays, 9:30pm in the Lincoln Park Student Center, room to be announced

Come for prayer, community, music, and conversations about topics that matter in your life! Last year we had exciting and engaging speakers and conversations about St. Vincent de Paul and how he connects to our lives today, how to think about political and social engagement from a Catholic perspective, sexuality and spirituality, and a variety of reflections on “God, Are You There?” THI3RTY (pronounced thirty-three) is a weekly gathering of students who wish to deepen, explore and learn more about their faith. It was created so that Catholic students have a time and place outside of regular worship services to engage fellow Catholic students in discussions about important issues about faith and life. For more information contact Kate Ritger at 773-325-7928.

Cafe Catholique

Wednesdays, 8pm in the St. Vincent de Paul Parish Rectory

Check out this new program! Café Catholique is a brand new program specifically for juniors, seniors and super seniors to explore topics of faith that are unique to where you are in life. Topics of conversation may include living your faith and finding community after graduation, navigating meaningful relationships, discerning your vocation, exploring sexuality, and engaging social justice issues and service in your daily life. Come be part of the community and join in meaningful conversations. For more information contact Kate Ritger at 773-325-7928.

Small Faith Groups

For information about any of our Small Faith Groups, contact John DiMucci at 773-325-7234.

The mission of Small Faith Groups at DePaul University is to provide students with a forum where they can explore and discuss their faith with a group of peers in a prayerful and supportive environment. Small Faith Groups support their members through regular meetings and gatherings. Groups are designed so students can learn more and grow in the Catholic faith.

This quarter we will have five organized groups in addition to groups of students who can self select and form a Small Faith Community base on common interests.

Catholic Scripture Study: By using the upcoming Sunday mass readings as the basis for discussion you can gain a better understanding of the scriptures. Led by Fr Chris Robinson C.M., the group meets every Monday at 7:00 PM in room 300 of the John T. Richardson Library.

Saints and Spirituality: We hear about the saints all the time and they often seem so untouchable. In a prayerful environment this group will look at the lives of 10 saints, their spirituality and discover ways to integrate their examples into our lives.
4:30 to 5:30 PM on Thursdays

Week One: September 17, Saints Monica and Augustine with Father Jim Halsted, O.S.A. room 313 in the Lincoln Park Student Center.
Week Two: October 1, Saints Francis and Claire with Father Paul Gallagher O.F.M., room 312 in the Lincoln Park Student Center.
Week Three: October 15, Saints Vincent and Louise with Sister Mary Beth Kubera, D.C., room 312 in the Lincoln Park Student Center.
Week Four: October 29, Saints Benedict and Scholastica with Father Peter Funk O.S.B., in the Parish Center of Saint Vincent DePaul Church 1010 Webster Street, next to the Church.
Week Five: November 12, Saints Teresa and John of the Cross with Dr. Karen Scott, room 312 in the Lincoln Park Student Center.

CCM Men’s Group: A “no pressure” time for men to talk about topics of faith with other men. The topic varies from week to week, but it’s informal, laid back and relaxed.
6:00 to 7:00 PM on Thursdays

September 17, room 313 in the Lincoln Park Student Center
October 1, room 312 in the Lincoln Park Student Center
October 15, room 312 in the Lincoln Park Student Center
October 29, room 315 in the Lincoln Park Student Center
November 12, room 312 in the Lincoln Park Student Center

Freshman Connection Groups: This group is especially designed for you to meet with your friends and talk about your faith and how to live out your faith as a college student and a Catholic. Topics will change from week to week, but there will always be time for prayer and discussion. It’s like a mini retreat every other week.
4:30 to 5:30 PM on Thursdays

September 24, room 312 in the Lincoln Park Student Center
October 8, in the Parish Center of Saint Vincent DePaul Church 1010 Webster Street, next to the Church
October 22, room 313 in the Lincoln Park Student Center
November 5, room 312 in the Lincoln Park Student Center
November 19 room 312 in the Lincoln Park Student Center

Praying 101: Using the contemporary spiritual writer Henri Nouwen’s book “With Open Hands,” participants will learn about prayer in some of the most simple, but significant ways.
6:00 to 7:00 PM on Thursdays

September 24, room 312 in the Lincoln Park Student Center
October 8, in the Parish Center of Saint Vincent DePaul Church 1010 Webster Street, next to the Church
October 22, room 313 in the Lincoln Park Student Center
November 5, room 312 in the Lincoln Park Student Center
November 19 room 312 in the Lincoln Park Student Center