Finish with joy

Please do register to come so we can have an accurate count to prepare for. 

Our Catholic Faith brings us true joy when it comes to death and dying. We are tackling all the great issues in this parish-wide study surrounding the end of one's life so that you can prepare with joy for a happy and holy death. 

All parishioners are invited to join in this shared partnership between the Adult Formation & Stewardship Teams. 

We are excited to have a parish-wide series offered twice a week this Fall at Holy Spirit. (Finish with Joy)

This targeted study leads you through the wisdom of the Scriptures, Catechism, and Saints to unpack the topic of finishing with Joy.  

Have you ever been fascinated with the following questions:
-How do I better understand our Catholic teachings on purgatory?
-How can my family ensure a priest is at my bedside for the Last Rites, Anointing of the Sick, and the Apostolic Pardon?
-What is an out-of-body or near-death experience?
-What does the Catholic Funeral Liturgy reveal about our belief in  Life Everlasting?
-How do I best pass on my Legacy of Faith to my loved ones? 
-How can I prepare for both my personal and final judgement?
-How can I best offer indulgences for my loved ones? 
-Why do we offer Masses for the repose of souls of our loved ones? 
-How do I make amends with loved ones? 
-Why does the Church allow cremations? 
-What do the saints tell us the Beatific Vision is like? 

We are excited to have guest speakers Dr. Paul Camarata (Who specializes in brain surgery) & The Sister Servants of the Lord (Who give assistance to those who are dying.) come share at specific sessions. 

There is no fee to attend.

Finish with Joy Schedule: 

Monday Mornings: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Martha & Mary Room
Wednesday Evenings 6:05 PM- 7:30 PM St. Isidore Room

Session 1: The Grace of a Happy Death
Monday, September 8th: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Martha & Mary Room
Wednesday, September 10th: 6:05 PM - 7:30 PM St. Isidore Room

Session 2: What Is A Catholic Legacy
Monday, September 15th: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Martha & Mary Room
Wednesday, September 17th: 6:05 PM - 7:30 PM St. Isidore Room

Session 3: Passing On The Faith To The Next Generation
Special Monday Talk. Sr. Lucero Garcia (Sister Servant of Mary)
Monday, September 22nd, 8:30 AM - 10:00 A,M Martha & Mary Room
Wednesday, September 24th: 6:05 PM - 7:30 PM St. Isidore Room

Session 4: Putting Your Affairs In Order
Monday, September 29th: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Martha & Mary Room
Wednesday, October 1st: 6:05 PM - 7:30 PM St. Isidore Room

Session 5: The Power of Forgiveness
Monday, October 6th: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Martha & Mary Room
Wednesday, October 8th: 6:05 PM - 7:30 PM St. Isidore Room

Session 6: Near Death Experiences
Monday, October 13th: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Martha & Mary Room
Special Wednesday Talk Dr.  Paul J Camarata, Neurosurgeon
Wednesday, October 15th: 6:05 PM -7:30 PM The Main Church

What you need to know:
1) Come as you are…
While I will email out each week what you can pre-read to help you best experience the lesson and discussion, never let that prevent you from joining us if you haven't had a chance to pre-read.
2) Bring your Bible & Catechism.
3) We will have table discussions each session, and this is a great chance to get to know other parishioners and be inspired to live and learn your Catholic Faith. 
4) I will have a handout with some helpful information and other notes for each session.


You can direct questions to Doug Leikam, the adult faith director at  [email protected]