who we are
what is cursillo?
Cursillo is a movement of the church. Its purpose is to help those in the church understand their individual callings to be Christian Leaders. The leadership may be exercised in work situations, in the family and social life, in leisure activities, and within the Church environment. Leadership, in Cursillo, does not mean power over others, but influence on others; all of us need to be aware that we can exert a positive influence on those around us.
View the video to the left for a special message from
former Bishop Mark Lawrence concerning Cursillo.
what is the goal of cursillo?
The goal of Cursillo is the goal of the Church: to bring all to Christ. This is done when informed, trained leaders set out with the support of others having a similar commitment.
what does cursilllo do?
It helps to renew and deepen Christian commitment. Cursillo is one of many renewal movements. Many people have said Cursillo provides an important learning experience which causes many to feel like newly made Christians with a purpose and with support.
what is the cursilllo movement about?
Cursillo is patterned on Jesus’ own example. He searched out and called a small group of potential leaders (pre-Cursillo); He trained them by word and example and inspired them with a vision (Cursillo Three-Day Weekend); He linked them together and sent them out into the world to bring the world to Him (Fourth Day).
what is pre-cursillo?
During this period, sponsors (i.e. those individuals that have been to the three-day Cursillo weekend and are living the Fourth Day) identify fellow parishioners who are leading an active Christian life and are a living witness to their love for Christ, recommending their candidacy. It is also the period that selected candidates are informed of what to expect at the three-day weekend and assisted in appropriate preparations.
what is THE THREE-DAY WEEKEND?
The Cursillo weekend brings together a diverse group of Anglicans to share the richness of many modes of worship and to broaden each one’s appreciation for our Church. Lay people conduct the weekend with two or three members of the clergy functioning as spiritual advisors. Cursillo presumes that those who attend are already well grounded in the faith. It is not intended to be a conversion experience but an enriching and deepening of what is already there. It often provides new insights into our faith as well as fostering ministry among lay people.
The weekend begins Thursday evening spent in the Chapel with meditations, discussions, and Compline. Then blessed silence is kept until after the worship on Friday morning. After breakfast participants are assigned to table groups for the weekend. The three days are filled with talks and group discussions with emphasis on the doctrine of Grace, the Sacraments, and the great Cursillo tripod: Piety, Study, and Action. Plus there is fellowship, singing, good food, and time for privacy, meditation, prayer, and walks. Eucharist is celebrated each day.
Are there cursillo secrets?
You may have been told by some who have attended the weekend that they cannot tell you what Cursillo is all about or what goes on during a Cursillo weekend. This is not correct. Everything that goes on during the weekend may be told to anyone. If anything is withheld, it's only not to spoil WONDERFUL, surprise acts of kindness that you might receive. Like not wanting to tell you what's in your
wrapped Christmas present.
Be A Part of Cursillo
Nominate a rector
Sponsor a Particpant
Nominate a rector
The Cursillo leaders are people who are already identified as people of faith. Know someone that would be a great weekend Rector? Click below to nominate them.
Serve on team
Sponsor a Particpant
Nominate a rector
Did you have an amazing weekend and now want to serve on team? We are thrilled you are taking the next step to answer Gods calling.
Sponsor a Particpant
Sponsor a Particpant
Sponsor a Particpant
Know of a someone that is ready to take the next step to deepen their relationship with God? Click here to download participation application and sponsor packet.
Where are cursillo weekends held?
Each Cursillo weekend is held at a different Parish around the Diocese. Check out our calendar of events for upcoming weekends and locations.
