8:35 AM Rosary Ministry
Join fellow parishioners in reciting the rosary and the Divine Mercy Chaplet in the Reservation Chapel
at 8:35 am weekdays. Instructions on praying the rosary are available.
TIME COMMITMENT: Monday through Friday, 8:35-9:15 am.
FOR INFORMATION: Meg Hopp, 867-8917 or meg102660@yahoo.com;
Maureen Reilly, 666-1044 or akroreil@aol.com
ALIVE Encounter
Come for a night of Adoration, praise & worship and a life changing encounter with Jesus Christ in the power of His Holy Spirit. ALIVE Encounter will be held four times during the year from 7:00 to 8:00 pm.. For e-mail reminders, jsolomon@sthilarychurch.org
Catholicism 101 - Power of Holy Hour
Come, join us for Catholicism 101 to explore the beauty, depth, and love of God as experienced through Jesus’ presence in Eucharistic Adoration on these first Fridays:
October 5- Come, meet God face to face
November 2- Come, speak to God heart to heart
December 7- Come, see God with the eyes of your mind
Each night, we will enjoy wine, cheese, and one another’s hors d’oeuvres at 6:30, presentation by Fr. Steve Brunovsky and/or Randy Malick, followed by an abbreviated “holy hour” and brief reflection. Call Randy Malick if you have babysitting needs, 867-1055 ext 209.
HIS ARMS OF LOVE OPEN WIDE,
EYES OF FIRE UPON YOU.
RETURN THE GAZE.
Charismatic Prayer Group
This group honors and worships the Trinity with praise, prayer, song, sharing Scripture and exercising the gifts given to us by the Holy Spirit. We seek formation by the Holy Spirit and pray for the physical, emotional and spiritual healing of all the Church and the needs expressed by the members. Our meetings include teaching and sharing on various aspects of the Christian life. We focus on developing mature Christian living and our meetings are open to all. Come see what the Lord Jesus has for you.
TIME COMMITMENT: Every Tuesday from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.
FOR INFORMATION: James McGuire, 612-5969 or 867-4346 or rehabed@integrity.com; Mary Kaye Jeanmaire, 666-6526 or marykayej@hotmail.com
Growth in the Spirit Seminar
Friday evening, Sept 23-Saturday, Sept 24
A workshop to help you grow and mature spiritually.
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Eucharistic Adoration
All are welcome to experience time alone with the Lord with the Blessed Sacrament in the Reservation Chapel.
TIME COMMITMENT: Wednesdays 10:00 am to 8:00 pm.
FOR INFORMATION: Carissa Young, 867-1055 ext 202, cyoung@sthilarychurch.org
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Faith Alive
For over 25 years, St. Hilary has held an annual retreat during Lent. Open to men and women over 18 years of age, the
retreat is led by Fr. Norm Douglas and supported by a team of parishioners. Fr. Norm presents a dynamic vision that focuses
on ways to affirm, equip and support Catholic men and women in their daily life mission of being the Church in their world of
family, workplace, and community. The retreat is consistently rated the top non-liturgical spiritual experience offered by the
parish. Join us and learn how you can strengthen the connection between faith, work, and your daily life.
TIME COMMITMENT: The 2013 retreat will occur Friday evening, March 8th through Saturday, March 9th.
FOR INFORMATION: Jim Kilcoyne, 929-7431 or jimkilcoyne@aol.com
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Family Life
Join this small Christian community of women as they meet for prayer, faith sharing and study. In
addition, family and adult social activities are planned throughout the year. Babysitting is available.
TIME COMMITMENT: Meetings are Monday during the school year from 10:00 to 11:30 am, except during school holidays.
FOR INFORMATION: Joya Hart, (234) 678-6299 or joyajhart@gmail.com
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Incredible Journey Bible Study
Incredible Journey Bible Study Options:
BIBLE TIMELINE 2.O Part II
Picking up our study of salvation history when the kingdom of Israel is divided and headed into exile, the period following Kings David and Solomon, we will conclude the study late this fall with the Acts of the Apostles and some of the New Testament letters. New participants are still welcome!
TIME COMMITMENT: Thursdays, Sept. 13-Nov. 29, 9:15-11:15 am or Mondays, Sept. 17-Dec.3, 6:30-8:00 pm
CATHOLICISM
This breathtaking video epic features popular author and speaker, Fr. Robert Barron, highlighting the beauty and truth of our faith. “Travel” to 50 locations worldwide and be moved by deep spiritual insights through this series.
TIME COMMITMENT: Mondays, Jan. 7-Apr. 8, 6:30-8:00 pm or Thursdays, Jan., 10-Mar.14, 9:15-11:15 am
FOR INFORMATION: Randy Malick, 867-1055 ext 209 or rmalick@sthilarychurch.org
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Interfaith Silent Meditation Group: NEW for 2012!
This group transcends faith boundaries by offering a group setting and support for people of all faiths to practice silent meditation. All are invited to join in this silent form of prayer. Instructions are provided.
TIME COMMITMENT: Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:30 pm.
FOR INFORMATION: James Klejka, 665-1244 or jpkmd@roadrunner.com
Journey Women
Women are invited to a retreat every 5th Monday of the month. Women meet in Sand Run Park at Shady Hollow Pavilion. The group spends their time together experiencing different kinds of prayer, journaling, reading, and sharing. Be Still and Know I am God Psalm 46:10.
TIME COMMITMENT: 9:00 am to 2:30 pm on the 5th Monday. October 29, 2012, April 29, 2013, and July 29, 2013
FOR INFORMATION: Beth Rado, 867-1055 ext 206 or brado@sthilarychurch.org
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Men's Group
All men are invited to attend and to learn life skills centered in Christ. This group focuses on living in the modern world as a Catholic man. We recognize we need God’s help. Participants receive unconditional acceptance and prayerful support from the group. Men who are inactive in the church, as well as those who are very active, benefit from attendance. Each meeting begins with Mass in the church followed by a presentation and group discussion Action Orientation Mission. All are welcome to attend Mass.
The Mysteries of the Rosary
Men's Group Handouts
Mens Group Calendar 2013
Click Here for more information
TIME COMMITMENT: Meetings are the second Saturday of each month from 7:00 to 8:30 am.
FOR INFORMATION: Dick Bradner 666-8940 or rjbradner@yahoo.com
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Ministry of Praise
A monthly newsletter (September-June) is sent to members with a request for their prayers for our parish. The newsletter will have the prayer intentions for that month along with prayers and seasonal stories. Young and old may join. There are no meetings.
FOR INFORMATION: Betty Sobieski, 836-1034
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Wisdom Seekers: Scripture Sharing Group
Wisdom Seekers, formerly Bible Buddies, is a faith sharing group whose members meet once a month to pray together and seek the wisdom of the scriptures for their lives.
TIME COMMITMENT: The group meets from Sept. to May on the third Tuesday of the month, 12:30 to 2:30 pm.
FOR INFORMATION: Sr. Marie Bohn, HM, 330-576-6040 or marie-bohn@sbcglobal.net
Women of Grace
Vatican II asked women to accept God’s urgent call to “aid humanity in not falling”. Based on Johnnette Benkovic’s book, Full of Grace, this study will teach you how by revealing God’s purpose and mission for you. In a group study format with DVD lectures by Johnnette Benkovic, host of the Women of Grace Live radio program and Women of Grace seen on EWTN, you’ll delve into prayer, Sacred Scripture, Church documents and teachings, the Catechism, the lives of women saints, and the example of our Blessed Mother. You’ll be nurtured and fed spiritually, mentally and emotionally. You’ll learn to embrace your gift of authentic femininity and your dignity as a daughter of God. You’ll be equipped to fulfill your call and mission as a woman of grace in the world today. A typical meeting will begin with a prayer, discussion of a chapter from the book Full of Grace, as well as the accompanying study guide then on to the DVD lecture.
TIME COMMITMENT: This is a nine week program, on Tuesdays, beginning on September 11, 2012 through November 6, 2012, 12:00 to 2:00pm.
FOR INFORMATION: Brenda Nixon, 668-1018 bjreyesnixon@msn.com
Word Alive Youth Bible Study
Teens who want to deepen their faith meet for prayer, scripture study and community with other teens.
TIME COMMITMENT: Mondays, 6:30 to 7:30 pm
FOR INFORMATION: Jason Solomon, 867-1055 ext 224 or jsolomon@sthilarychurch.org
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Young Adult Ministry
A newly added program to Youth Ministry for those who are beyond high school, in or out of college, single or married, with or without kids who want a program just for them. Join us for bi-monthly gatherings that allow for social interaction, spiritual development and just hanging out with people who are going through the same things you are. Open to all between ages 18-35 no matter religious denomination or parish. One of the gatherings is Alive Encounter which is a night of adoration, praise and worship in the life changing encounter with Jesus Christ in the power of His Holy Spirit.
TIME COMMITMENT: See young adult calendar
FOR INFORMATION: Jason Solomon, 867-1055 ext 224 or jsolomon@sthilarychurch.org
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