PreCana 2010

PreCana is a one-day workshop for couples preparing for marriage in the church who are not currently married civilly or who have been married civilly for less than one year. The 2010 workshops are on: Jan. 16, Feb. 6, Mar. 6, May 1, June 5, Aug. 14, Sept. 4, Oct. 2, Nov. 6 and Dec. 4.

Engaged Encounter 2010

Engaged Encounter begins on a Friday evening and ends on Sunday afternoon. Engaged Encounter is for couples preparing for marriage in the church who are not yet married civilly or who are married civilly less than one year. The 2010 Engaged Encounter preparation program begins on: Jan. 22-24, Apr. 16-18, May 21-23, Aug 13-15, Nov. 12-14, Dec. 3-5.

Fund-raising Efforts for Christmas in Rome

Please RSVP: Patty 779-7230.

Corpus Christi Cathedral Youth Choir has been invited to Rome, Italy Christmas Season 2010, to sing for Pope Benedict XVI. Travel fund-raising efforts discussed at the Corpus Christi Country Club every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m., Ladies 19th Hole area, by tennis courts. Your prayers and financial support appreciated. Please RSVP: Patty 779-7230.

Married Singles Lifestyle

For information call Rene or Sandra Bocanegra at 361-852-8505 or email: zalexcb@aol.com

Is your marriage or that of a relative or friend heading for divorce? Do you know how to save that marriage? Or do you feel helpless? Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi with a long i) is designed to help troubled marriages regain their health. It helps spouses uncover or re-awaken the love, trust and commitment that originally brought them together. The program is highly successful in saving hurting marriages, even bringing reconciliation to couples who have already separated or divorced. For information call Rene or Sandra Bocanegra at 361-852-8505 or email: zalexcb@aol.com or visit the web site at www.retrouvaille.org or www.helpmymarriage.org

Refuge of Hope

If you want more information please call 241-5300 or go to our web page. www.refugeofhopecc.org

Refuge of Hope is a non-profit organization established to offer confidential information and support to women of all ages who think they may be experiencing an unplanned pregnancy. We offer free pregnancy tests, peer counseling, and on going pregnancy support through a parenting program called Earn While you Learn. We must continue to pray and work toward the protection of the unborn. This pregnancy resource center is dedicated to that God given responsibility, but we are also here to assist clients in knowing and understanding God's love and purpose for them. If you want more information please call 241-5300 or go to our web page. www.refugeofhopecc.org Our hours are 9:00-5:30 Monday - Thursday, Friday 8:00-12:00 at 4035 Violet Rd. Corpus Christi, TX 78410.

Adoption - Spaulding for Children

To learn more about becoming an adoptive parent, please call Spaulding for Children at 361-850-8200

Imagine being a child who has no one to love, no one to hug, laugh or smile with. Give this child a family to love. Become an adoptive parent! To learn more about becoming an adoptive parent, please call Spaulding for Children at 361-850-8200 or visit: www.spauldingforchildren.org. There are no fees for their services.

Share Your Love With a Child Who Needs You

Please call Carol Rice at 361-289-2824.

Open your heart to a child who needs your love and a home. The Children’s Shelter is seeking loving individuals, single or married, willing to foster or adopt a child who has been abused, abandoned or neglected. You can help by caring for babies, toddlers, sibling groups, all children from 0 to 17 years of age. Please call Carol Rice at 361-289-2824.

Premont Bingo

Bingo held at St. Theresa Community Life Center, formerly Knights of Columbus Hall, on Hwy 281 in Premont, every first and second Tuesday of the month starting at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. (non-smoking facility). BBQ burgers, sandwiches, chips, candy, popcorn, sodas, desserts, pickles, and more available.

Sacramental Prep for Persons with a Disability

If you would like your child/adult to prepare for these sacraments, contact Aurora or Celia at 361-884-0651.

The diocesan Office for Persons with Disabilities is offering Communion and confirmation classes throughout the diocese for all persons with a disability. If you would like your child/adult to prepare for these sacraments, contact Aurora or Celia at 361-884-0651.

Marriage Encounter Circles

For more details, email/call Jim & Glenda Tansey at tansey5902@grandecom.net or call 361-991-9992.

Join other couples that are “Living the Dream” and enriching their relationships! All couples that have been on a Marriage Encounter Weekend are welcome and invited to attend the monthly circle gatherings being held in the Corpus Christi Area. To find out more about the circles, including dates, times and locations, call Circle Contact Couple: Jim & Glenda Tansey at 361-991-9992

Mary Mom’s Group at Most Precious Blood Church

For More Information call Amy Aguirre 361-443-8169

Mary Mom’s Group at Most Precious Blood Church meets every Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Bring your child, coffee mug and your Bible. Childcare provided by You! Meet other mommies, talk and share in faith. For More Information call Amy Aguirre 361-443-8169