MINI-MESSENGER Volume 41 Number 12, June 2012 The Official Newsletter of the Diocese of Davenport Published Monthly Deacon David Montgomery, Director of Communication, Editor ‘ STEWARDSHIP OFFICE The annual conference of the International Catholic Stewardship Conference will be held on September 16- 19 in Chicago. The theme is “With Hearts of Fire”, drawing from Luke’s account of meeting Jesus along the road to Emmaus. While this is an expensive conference, it features the best speakers from around the country and it is being held close to home. To reduce costs, Sr. Laura Goedken has arranged for us to stay at the Cenacle Retreat Center for $65 per night per person for a single room and $45 per night per person for a double room – opposed to $250 per night at the hotel. We can park our cars there and take public transportation to the conference, which is at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. We have some scholarship money available. If you would like assistance contact Dan Ebener by June 11. If you plan to attend, are interested in carpooling or have questions contact Dan Ebener, [email protected]. The conference brochure is attached. SOCIAL ACTION OFFICE Respect Life Materials Order Deadline: Parishes interested in receiving a free Respect Life Packet must submit their order request by June 5 to Esmeralda Guerrero, [email protected]. Please include the following information in your e-mail. 1) parish name and address, 2) contact name, 3) contact phone number and 4) contact email address (if not the pastor or office contact). Faithful Citizenship and Religious Freedom Presentation: Monday, June 11, 11:00 a.m., Diocese of Davenport. Tom Chapman, Executive Director for the Iowa Catholic Conference will be the presenter. Learn what the Church is encouraging us to do in our political involvement, the current situation with Religious Freedom in the United States and more about the “Political Responsibility Do’s and Don’ts.” You may attend via webinar or in person. Space is limited. Please submit your registration by noon on June 8. See attached flyer for registration information. Fortnight for Freedom: The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has called for a “Fortnight for Freedom”. This fourteen day period of prayer, education, and action in support of Religious Freedom begins on June 21, the Feast of SS. John Fisher and Thomas More and ends on Independence Day, July 4. Bishop Martin Amos will open the Fortnight for Freedom with a Holy Hour for Religious Freedom on Thursday, June 21 at 7:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Cathedral, Davenport. Parishes have been invited to provide opportunities during this Fortnight for Freedom. The Catholic Messenger will be publicizing the activities around the diocese. 2012 Pacem in Terris Award Ceremony: Sunday, September 16, 2:00 p.m. Christ the King Chapel, St. Ambrose University, Davenport. Kim Bobo has been selected as this year’s recipient for her local and national actions to mobilize people of faith in the battle to improve wages, benefits and conditions for workers in the low- wage economy. See the attached flyer for more information and to use for your local publicity. The Fair Trade Work of Human Hands Spring/Summer 2012 Catalog is now available. To view all the new fair trade crafts or to order a copy, go to http://www.serrv.org/New/Available.aspx or call 1-800-685-7572. PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN To report child abuse contact: Iowa Department of Human Services Child Abuse Hotline: 800-362-2178 and if it involves clergy or church personnel also notify Alicia Owens, Victim Assistance Coordinator: 563-349-5002, [email protected] or PO Box 232, Bettendorf, IA 52722-0004. FAITH FORMATION OFFICE Catholics in Action, our annual high school youth service retreat, will be held June 24-26 at Regina High School in Iowa City. CIA brings nearly 100 Catholic youth (incoming freshmen through graduating seniors) together for three days of service, prayer, learning and fun. Parish leaders can find CIA information at http://www.davenportdiocese.org/faithform/CIA.htm. More information for youth about CIA can be found at www.davenportyouth.org. The Iowa Christian Leadership Institute will be held Aug. 5-10 at the Christian Conference Center south of Newton. Students in grades 10-12 are invited to learn leadership skills in a Catholic context. Go to www.davenportyouth.org for more information, including a brochure, application, and scholarship information. National Evangelization Teams (NET) Ministries will be providing retreats to parishes and schools in our diocese in late September and early October. One date still remains during their time here: Thursday, Sept. 27. NET can provide retreats during the school day or in the late afternoon and evening. For retreat themes, video promos and more information about NET, go to http://www.netusa.org/. Contact Pat Finan at [email protected] or (641) 842-5148 if you have questions. The Diocesan High School Youth Rally will be held Sunday, Oct. 21 at the Coralville Marriott. Our keynoter will be John Donahue-Grossman. The 2013 Diocesan Junior High Youth Rally will be held Sunday, March 17, at Regina Catholic Education Center in Iowa City. The keynote act will be 5thousand. For information about these and other youth ministry events and resources, go to www.davenportyouth.org or contact Pat Finan at [email protected] or 641-842-5148. Marriage Preparation Weekend: August 11-12: Mount Pleasant, St. Alphonsus, registration deadline is August 3 The registration form is on the diocesan website, www.davenportdiocese.org (Chancery>Faith Formation > Marriage and Family). Registration is $125 per couple. For information about marriage preparation in our diocese or neighboring dioceses contact Barb Butterworth, 563-888-4240 or [email protected] or IlaMae Hanisch, [email protected]. BENET HOUSE RETREAT CENTER, ROCK ISLAND, IL All events held at Benet House Retreat Center, 2200 88th Avenue West, Rock Island, IL 61201-7649. To register contact Sr. Jackie Walsh at 309-283-2108 or [email protected]. Women’s Retreat: Sacred Moments in Everyday Life: Fri. June 22, 7 pm-Sun. June 24, 1 pm. This is an invitation to those who are seeking a deeper life of prayer. We will gain insights from the Rule of St. Benedict and challenges from “The Monastery of the Heart” by Joan Chittister, OSB. Presenter: Sr. Marilyn Ring, OSB, Associate Campus Chaplain, Augustana College. Fee: $150 (private room), $135 (shared room). Silent Directed Retreat: Listen With the Ear of Your Heart: Sun. July 22, 4 pm-Wed. July 25, 5 pm. Reflect on the experience of God in your life through prayer, solitude and quiet during this silent retreat. Meet daily with a certified spiritual director: Sr. Mary Schmidt, OSB, MA in Religious Education; Abbot Philip Davey, OSB, MA in Theology and Counseling. New Early Bird Special: Register and pay in full by June 22 to save $15! Registrations with payments received after June 22 pay $250. 2 OUR LADY OF THE PRAIRIE RETREAT, WHEATLAND Visit www.chmiowa.org to learn more about Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. For direct inquiries: 563-336-8414 or [email protected]. June 7: What is Good Food Today?: 9:30 am – 3:30 pm Heart disease, childhood obesity, family mealtime conflicts and processed foods have given us a wake-up call. We need a food revolution that is good for us and Earth. Come and enjoy a day of healthy cuisine from local growers. Allow our daily table to be a spiritual, wholesome event. Fee: $30 June 10-15: Private or Directed Retreat: Sun. 7:00 pm – Fri. Noon As summer unfolds, so does our own spirituality. Come for days of quiet reflection, shared prayer, meals and conversation with a guide. Any combination of days. Fee: $50 per day June 19: Summer Come to the Quiet: 9:30 am – 3:30 pm Experience the warmth and beauty of summer at The Prairie. Bird watching is a must! Fee: $20 July 1-8: Private or Directed Retreat: Sun. 7:00 pm – Sun. noon. As summer unfolds so does our own spirituality – fruitful and abundant. Come for days of quiet reflection, shared prayer, meals and conversation with a guide. Any combination of days. Fee: $50 per day. July 10: Mid-Summer in the Quiet: 9:30 am – 3:30 pm Experience the warmth and beauty of summer at the Prairie reflecting on the theme of humility. The day is yours to shape as you will after a brief introduction. Fee: $20 July 23-28: Private or Directed Retreat: Sun. 7:00 pm – Fri. noon Come for days of quiet reflection alone or with others. Shared prayer and meals. Optional conversation with a guide. Any combination of days. Massage extra. Fee: $50 per day. Or come for a personal day of quiet at the Prairie. Kathleen Storms, SSND is available for spiritual direction. Call to set up an appointment: 563-374-1092. EAGLES’ WINGS COUNSELING AND RETREAT CENTERS, DAVENPORT To register, for questions or information about obtaining a spiritual director, or Christian counseling contact Marcia Moore, [email protected] or 563-324-7263, http://www.eagleswings.ws. Located at 5816 Telegraph Rd., Davenport. Prophetic Art Day for Kids: June 14, 10 a.m. – noon. Registration required. Fee: Donation Healing Masses: June 12, 1 p.m., celebrant, Fr. Ed O’Melia, Sacrament of Reconciliation at 12:45 July 10, 1p.m., celebrant, Fr. Tim Regan, Sacrament of Reconciliation at 12:45 August 14, 1 p.m. Icon Writing Class: June 18 – 22. Call for details. 3 SISTERS OF ST. FRANCIS, CLINTON For more information, call 563-242-7611 or visit www.clintonfranciscans.com.