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Welcome to what St Michael's Congregation has to offer in the form of Spiritual Enrichment. Please feel free to contact any group you may be interested in joining. Or if you have a strong urge to introduce something new to St Michaels congregation, head over to our contact us page! |
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GETTING MARRIED IN 2012?
Please contact the parish office (021 686-8708) for an appointment with Father Harrie, Deacon Les or Deacon Tony.
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Are you seeking "to get a little more out of life"?
Or perhaps "to put a little more into life"?
In a non-threatening way: awaken and stimulate your spirituality; broaden your relationships with people, new and known and become truely part of your community..
The courses run weekly for 12 weeks. The evening begins with a very social supper, followed by a set of videos presented by Nicky Gumbel. We then break into smaller groups, which are the heart of ALPHA where the real interaction and development of friendship occurs. There is one morning course and one evening course each year. A warm welcome is extended to everyone.
Please contact Gill Greenwood |
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Catechism, which is offered from Grades 1 to 11 in the Parish Centre on Tuesday afternoons (except Grade 11 - see below), is provided by a group of experienced volunteer catechists. Learners are prepared and coached for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Communion in Grades 3 and 4. In Grades 10 and 11 instruction is provided before candidates receive the Sacrament of Confirmation in Grade 11. The Parish thus provides the means to enable parents to meet their obligation and insure that their children are instructed in the Faith. The full timetable is given below.
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A prayer, which involves silently resting and waiting upon God in the stillness of our being. Group meets Friday morning at 11.00am.
Contact Mary-Anne |
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Journey to the Heart of the Faith |
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Join us at St Michael's for this Lenten series of six DVDs by Fr Robert Barron.
The new huge screen and excellent sound make the parish hall into an ideal viewing venue. Showings on Thursday mornings and evenings. More details below. 
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The Order of Preachers founded by St. Dominic "is known from the beginning to have been instituted especially for preaching and the salvation of souls." Our life is focused around Liturgical prayer and therefore we undertake to say parts of the Divine Office every day. Meetings are held at St Michael's Convent on the third Saturday of each month led by our Spiritual Director Sr Justina. Although most of our members have had contact with Dominicans - priests or nuns, there is no prerequisite and you would be most welcome to join our group. |
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Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults |
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The process of becoming a catholic takes place in various stages and involves certain ceremonies called “rites”. The groups are very interactive and experiential.
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Small Faith Sharing Groups |
A SFSG is a gathering together to strengthen faith, offer prayer or study our faith, the Bible or any activity which is faith-enriching.
Generally, these groups do not number more than 10 or 12 persons although there are no set rules. What fits the group in all aspects, is what is best for that group. These groups are blooming at a heartening rate in our Parish, thanks to Renew, ALPHA and those who feel the need for an extra dimension in their lives. The groups can be divided into two main interests: Bible study and Prayer. But there are those who mix the above and vary with the Liturgical Seasons. If you wish to join a group, start a new one, ginger up an existing one or anything at all, please contact: |
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To sit in the presence of Christ, is a privilege deeply felt by many St. Michael's parishioners since the Adoration Chapel was consecrated on 25th March 2001.
Eucharistic Adoration is one of the highest forms of prayer and earnestly recommended by the Holy Father. So important is it, that depite the demands of each day, Mother Theresa set aside a Holy Hour every day for her Sisters.
Contact:
Cynthia Paitaki at 072-205-2661 or Renata Puccini 021 685-1297
Experiences by our St Michaels community who have dedicated time each week to our Adoration Chapel have generously been shared with us:
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In 2011 the Alpha Marriage Course was run on seven successive Mondays in August and September.
Contact Frances Smith on 082-875-1880 or
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for more info.
 The Marriage Course is for any couple who wants to invest in their relationship, whether you have been together 1 or 61 years and whether you have a strong relationship or are struggling.
This seven-session course is set in a warm and relaxing atmosphere. Couples are served with a candlelit meal while listening to practical talks that are informative and fun on DVD, in big screen format.
There is never any group work and no one is ever asked to share anything about their relationship with anyone other than their partner.
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