February 25, 2009

Liturgies, retreats and events abound in archdiocese to observe Lent

By Denver Catholic Register

During Lent many parishes in the archdiocese will sponsor liturgies and events to mark the penitential season. Events range from eucharistic adoration to classes to Lenten suppers.  Parishioners are encouraged to check church bulletins and participate in these events during this holy time.  Below is a partial list of some of the many events scheduled.

Soup Suppers
Sts. Peter and Paul Parish will once again host Lenten Soup Suppers each Friday during Lent, beginning Feb. 27. The supper will be held in the parish hall at 5:30 p.m.,  followed by Stations of the Cross at 7 p.m.  There is no cost but donations are welcome.  The church is located at 3900 Pierce St. in Wheat Ridge.

Parish mission
The faithful are invited to a Parish Mission of Conversion at St. Augustine Church, 675 E. Egbert St. in Brighton March 1-5.  The mission, which begins at 7 p.m. each evening, will be presented by Redemptorist Father John Kenner. Refreshments and childcare will be provided.  Call Maria at 303-659-1410.

St. Paul lectures
Get to know the Apostle to the Gentiles at the upcoming St. Paul lectures at St. Anthony of Padua Church on March 3 and April 7.  Each lecture will be preceded by adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, vespers and Benediction.  The lectures will be followed with time for sharing and fellowship.  The events begin at 6:30 p.m.  The parish is located at 3801 W. Ohio Ave., Denver.  Call 303-935-2431.

Lenten Bible study
In celebration of the year of St. Paul, the St. Rose of Lima Holy Name Society will  sponsor a six-week Lenten Bible study on the Book of Romans.  The classes well be held from 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Mondays from March 2-April 6 in the community room at the church located at 355 S. Navajo St., Denver.  Call 303-778-7673.

Days of Prayer
The Lenten Days of Prayer are two identical all-day retreats delving into the meaning of Lent to be held at St. Malo Retreat center, 10758 Highway 7 in Allenspark, on March 5 and 7.  Cost for one day is $25. Registration deadline: March 4.  Call 303-747-0201 or visit online at saintmalo.org.

Moments of Conversion mission
A Lenten mission, “Moments of Conversion” will be held at Sts. Peter and Paul Church, 3900 Pierce St. in Wheat Ridge. Guest speaker will be Jesse Romero, Catholic evangelist.  Daily events include 8 a.m. Mass with mission talk at 8:30 a.m. and again at 7 p.m., on March 11 and 12.   On March 13, Stations of the Cross will be prayed at 7 p.m. with mission talk following.  Donations are welcome.  Call 303-424-3706 or visit online at peterandpaul catholic.org.

Lenten mission
Father Michael Corriveau of the Fathers of Mercy will be conducting a Lenten mission at St. Vincent de Paul Church, at 2375 E. Arizona Ave., Denver, March 15-19.  Mission talks begin at 7 p.m. each evening.  Reconciliation will be available and Mass will be celebrated on the final evening of the mission.  Call 303-744-6119.

First Corinthians workshop
On March 21, a workshop on First Corinthians will be presented by instructors Tim Gray and Ted Sri, both of the Augustine Institute.  The workshop will be from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. at St. Mark Church, 3141 W. 96th Ave. in Westminster.  Cost of the workshop, which includes lunch and materials, is $65.  Registration deadline is March 14.  To register, download a form online at sjvdenver.edu/about-the-seminary/biblical-school or call 303-715-3195.

Lenten retreat
CLAY (Catholic Life and You) will be hosting a Lenten retreat on March 21 at St. Catherine of Siena Parish, 4200 Federal Blvd. in Denver.  Cost of the retreat is $20, which includes lectures and two meals.   Registration deadline is March 19.  Call Mary Pat for more information, 303-940-7449.