Dear Family,
August is here, and summer is winding down… which means the Fall Weekends can’t be far away!
David and Jill are prayerfully and diligently working to finalize the details, following God’s lead. We all know how much the talks, testimonies, and sacred conversations will shape each candidate’s weekend.
Please join David and Jill in daily prayer as they continue building the teams. The first Team Formation will take place on September 13th.
Here’s what’s currently needed:
- Men’s Team Applications
- Musicians (guitar) for each team
- Candidate Applications
Every part of a Cursillo weekend is built on prayers and sacrifices — and this is especially true for the Rector and Rectora. From the moment their names are called, their hearts and lives begin shifting toward this special task. For Jill and David, this is doubly unique, as they are not only leading these weekends, but doing so as husband and wife. Their lives, home, family, and church family are all impacted by this journey. Let’s be diligent in lifting them up during this special season.
Now, a change of topic — and one I think you’ll be glad to hear about. Jason Buckman and I have the great privilege of attending a Cursillo weekend in Peoria, Illinois, August 21–24. Many of you will remember that in 1972, Rev. Spencer Quick made his weekend at the Peoria Catholic Cursillo — a rare ecumenical Cursillo within the Catholic Church. It was during Spencer’s Cursillo that he received confirmation from the Lord to begin what we know as The Western KY Ecumenical Cursillo. The Peoria Catholic Cursillo holds a special place in our collective hearts.
Last year, Jason and I reached out to learn more about how they’ve maintained their ecumenical mission for over 60 years. That inquiry quickly turned into an invitation to attend one of their weekends — The Men’s #1245 — as candidates. We originally intended only to learn from their wisdom, but in God’s wisdom and grace, we’ve been given the gift of experiencing the weekend firsthand.
We would love for you to support this journey. First and foremost, through prayer. And if you feel led, you’re also welcome to send palanca letters. Jason and I truly don’t expect them, but a Palanca Steward in Peoria may be concerned if the two candidates from Kentucky receive only a few letters. You can send letters via one of four methods, all outlined here: https://peoriacursillo.org/sending-palanca-letters
While the Peoria weekend will surely be different from the one Spencer experienced in 1972, there’s a deep sense of reverence and excitement about reconnecting with our Cursillo roots. We also have great expectations to hear uniquely from God — perhaps even about His Cursillo.
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