FAITH AND FELLOWSHIP MINISTRY
BIG SHEBANG – We are getting closer to the “Big Shebang” end-of-year Mass and dinner. It is on Wednesday, May 21 at 7 pm at Saint Catherine-Saint Lucy. We hope to see you there!
UPDATE AS OF APRIL 20, 2023 – Happy Easter! At a recent Faith and Fellowship Bible study at Central Plaza, we reflected on how God sees us. Reading that “man sees the appearance but the Lord looks into the heart” (1 Sm 16:7), residents shared their experiences related to judging books by their covers, be they the books or the judges. Reflecting on the healing of the man born blind, they shared that God sees us with eyes of love. May we all rejoice in that love this Easter season! To celebrate, our friends at Saint Francis High School in Wheaton put together Easter gift bags for the residents at Central Plaza and Columbus Manor, which they greatly appreciated.
And so, what exactly is this “Faith and Fellowship?” – Our Mission Statement says that we create an awareness of God’s presence and care to adults who experience severe, persistent, mental illness; and provide a welcoming sense of belonging through the formation of communities of faith. We are accompaniment (not charity); ministry with (not for); inclusion (not outreach); spirituality (not therapy); church (not social service).
Attention Parishioners! – Director of Faith and Fellowship, Connie Rakitan is on an extended medical leave from work. Tim Smyth has agreed to step into this role. Tim has worked with a variety of people, including those with physical disabilities and mental health issues. Tim’s calm presence, thoughtful organization, and deep faith is a good match for this ministry. Tim will be working with longtime volunteer, Don Gimbel, to orient himself to the people, curriculum and mission of Faith and Fellowship. If you have questions or concerns about Faith and Fellowship, you can reach Tim at tmsmyth@spiritandlightcenter.org.
Please keep Connie along with Faith and Fellowship in your prayers.
