Welcome

¡De colores! (Meaning literally "of colors" to refer to the many colors of Christ's presence in our lives.) This is a common greeting in the Cursillo community to remind each other of the elaborate love that God has shown us through Christ. So once again, ¡De colores! We are so glad you clicked to this page. Take some time to read about this great three day experience (Cursillo, meaning "short course") and please know you can always contact us with any questions you may have!

Up coming Weekends

Men’s Cursillo Weekend: October 7-10, 2010
Theme Verse: Isaiah 60:1 "Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you."

Women’s Cursillo Weekend: October 21-24, 2010
Theme Verse: Romans 15:13 "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."

What Happens on the 3 day experience?

The weekend consists of table discussions about the talks, prayer, singing, and great fellowship. Communion is offered daily. Sleeping arrangements include twin beds set up in Sunday school rooms. Showers are available at the church in the morning or evening. There is plenty of home-cooked food - three meals each day, prepared by the cook team and snacks throughout the day. Each participant will experience something different over the weekend, but we can assure you that you will feel and understand God’s grace in a new way.

History

Cursillo began in Majorca, Spain in the Roman Catholic Church. Cursillo in the United States began in America in the 1940's. Cursillo is now in many states as well as Europe, Canada, Australia and South America.

What Cursillo Means

"A short course" and literally is a "short course in Christianity" or a "short course in Christian Living." It is a three day, intensive study and experience of how to better live your life as a Christian.The weekends are led by a team of Cursillistas (one who has attended a Cursillo) of about 50-60 people. The team consists of lay directors, clergy, musicians and cooks.

Facts

After attending a Cursillo, you are invited to share in a small reunion group with other Cursillistas (kur-see-ees-tahs) in your area (called a grouping). There are also monthly meetings of all Cursillistas called Ultreyas (uhl-tray-uh) which are held at various churches.

There is no cost involved in attending a Cursillo. The weekend is a gift to you from the community of those who have attended previously and those who are working on the team. A sponsor takes care of getting you there and bringing you home, as well as providing you with applications for the weekend.