Fire of Hope

One of my teaching parish committee members from St. Hubert's Catholic Church in Chanhassen is organizing a two-day event for women only next weekend January 20-21. Not only that but she is offering the parishioners from Epiphany (and their friends) free tickets. So, if you are looking for a way to engage more in your faith here is the opportunity, it promises to be a great experience. Here is some more information:

Fire of Hope, a Girlfriends Getaway for God,  will take place next weekend, January 20-21, 2012, at the State Theatre in Minneapolis.

This two-day event is an insightful, entertaining celebration of Faith, Family and Friendship, designed to empower women to be living examples of Christ in their families and in their communities. Experience conversations that will move you, speakers that will inspire you, and unforgettable entertainment. The event will conclude with Mass and be enriched by opportunities for Reconciliation and Adoration.

Mary Jo Sherwood, former Director of Marketing for both The Catholic Spirit and Relevant Radio, has assembled a team of powerful speakers to bring this inaugural event to the Archdiocese of St. Paul Minneapolis. Hear from LeAnn Thieman, author of 12 Chicken Soup for the Soul books (including the Living Catholic Faith edition); Fr. James Kubicki SJ, Director of the Apostleship of Prayer and a regular on Relevant Radio; Deacon Thom Winninger, popular author and speaker; and other dynamic speakers. Play “Three Questions” live with Glen Lewerenz. More details are available at www.FireOfHopeUSA.com.

The regular price of tickets for the full conference (both Friday evening and all day Saturday) is $99. In order to reserve tickets from the block being offered to parishioners at no cost, call 650-503-HOPE (4673), or email fireofhope.events@gmail.com. Identify yourself as a parishioner and include your name, phone number, email address, and number of tickets requested. You will receive an email confirmation, which must be brought to the State Theatre “Will Call” Desk in order to receive your ticket/s on the opening night of the event.

Conference Hours
Friday, January 20th
5:00pm -7:00pm       Doors/MarketPlace Open
7:00pm -10:00pm     Opening Session

Saturday, January 21st
8:00am - 9:00am      Doors/MarketPlace Open
9:00am -12:30pm     Morning Sessions
12:30pm- 2:00pm     Lunch Break/MarketPlace Open
2:00pm - 4:00pm      Afternoon Sessions
4:00pm - 5:00pm      Closing Mass with Fr. Kubicki

Please direct any additional questions regarding Fire of Hope to Founder Mary Jo Sherwood at 612-669-0450.