What is happening at the Casa while we can't be together on campus? If you've been reading this weekly email and staying connected on social media, you know that many of our ministries are finding creative ways to continue our mission and keep our fellowship thriving until we can be together again. Casa leadership and staff have made more than 1,000 phone calls to check in on community members and continue these efforts each day. Fr. Sam's Zoom class on Franciscan prayer was a hit with more than 50 attendees, and the feedback was to keep these types of offerings coming. Family Faith Formation members are "gathering" several times a week, and many Faith in Action volunteers are working for their ministries in new ways. Of course, the friars and liturgy team continue to provide us with beautiful liturgies and music. We are working to serve you in the best ways possible and appreciate your participation, kind words, and support. Read on for the latest news!
Kindness During Challenging Times
Difficult times cause stress, but they can also shed light on great kindness in people. During a FOX10 News piece this week, our own Ryan Sheade, LCSW, shares
the importance of keeping our focus on the good
. Ryan is the Director of the Casa's Therapy, Support, and Counseling Ministry.
"Praise Be to You"
Click here
to see the Casa band's performance of "Praise Be to You," highlighted by images from the grounds.
Online Masses
Visit our
YouTube
channel for
Daily Mass, Monday - Saturday at 8 am
and
Sunday Mass on Saturdays at 5 pm
(with links to the worship aids). After these times, Masses are available for on-demand viewing.
Visit our
bulletin webpage
for digital Sunday bulletins
produced by our bulletin publisher, J.S. Paluch Company, Inc.
Included are readings, prayers and reflections for the week. We greatly appreciate all who can continue their weekly giving
online
.
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From the Family Faith Formation Team
Sunday "Brunch" for Parents and Grandparents at 12 pm!
Come and relax, share your heart, and be encouraged. Pop in for just a few minutes, or hang out for the whole hour.
Sunday Brunch Zoom Meeting ID 935-2055-0862.
You don’t need to be a registered member of Family Faith Formation programs
—all are welcome!
See this week’s
Family News & Updates,
for an uplifting video message, prayers, resources and more.
This ministry serves f
amilies,
t
eens,
and y
oung adults
.
For more information, please email
dcm@thecasa.org
Faith in Action at the Casa
Many of the Casa's Faith in Action Outreach Ministries are finding creative ways to keep the community connected. You can visit their ministry pages
here.
Below are upcoming offerings:
Just
Scripture Virtual Discussion
:
This session (held at the typical time for a
Just
Scripture monthly Sunday Morning meeting) is on
Sunday, May 10 from 9 - 10:30 am.
We'll read and listen to how God speaks to each of us through Scripture. We listen to what others have heard and share from a perspective of Franciscan values. No previous study of Scripture is required.
Click here
to register.
Casa Habitat Ministry asks you to share the ways you "Build-a-Home!"
During the month of May, send in photos, or very short videos, of you and family members “building” (creating, coloring, etc.) a home, at home.
If you would like your #CasaBuildaHome project to be featured in our next Casa Habitat slideshow or video, email a photo/very brief video of your project to
thecasahabitat@gmail.com
and please identify the people in the photos/videos (first names only or “XYZ family”) when you send them. FYI: this project’s “construction period” ends May 31.
Café Justo Drive-Up Sale | Saturday, May 9, 10 am - Noon.
Running out of your supply of Café Justo Coffee? Need a gift for Mother’s Day? Willing to try something new? Come to the sidewalk drive-up sale with the Faith in Action team and Fr. Sam Nasada, OFM!
Click here
for more information.
The clients of
Andre House
are entering the most difficult time of year for the homeless
—
summer in the Valley. Visit Andre House's
website
for the current list of needed items. Your generosity is always greatly appreciated by their clergy, staff, and clients.
This Week with the Franciscan School of Theology
We continue working, preparing, and praying to welcome you home. Until then, be well and stay connected with us at TheCasaFRC on
Facebook
and
YouTube.
Peace and good,
The Casa friars and staff
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