Please fill out the form below to register for the
CONERSTONE MINI 4-HOUR RETREAT
on Saturday March 16th, 2024 from 9:00am to 1:00pm
(there is no charge to attend, but we would like to get a head count)
This is something for the men at Our Lady of the Mount Church…
Maybe you come to church every week (and we hope you do), but do you really know the other men that you see sitting around you in the pews that are actually a very important part of your spiritual family?
Do you even know their names, or if they are married, single, whatever? Do you know if they have kids? What sports or teams do they like? Did they have the same challenges growing up or in their career as maybe you did? What else don’t you know that makes them interesting?
We as Catholic men should want to get to know each other. We need to get to know each other so that the point of coming to church has more meaning than just gathering under one roof each weekend and not talking to each other.
That’s what Men’s Cornerstone is all about.
It’s getting to know these other men at church a little bit better than just waving or shaking hands during the “peace be with you” portion of the Mass. It’s about meeting some other men that you’ve seen each week, but probably never spoke to. It’s about hearing and sharing some open and honest stories from other men in the parish that you may relate to, and may even broaden you own personal spiritual growth.
This year we are having a 4-hour Mini Cornerstone Retreat from 9am to 1pm on Saturday March 16th and all men are invited to attend for no charge. Just come, sit back, relax and listen to other men talk and get to know each other. You don’t have to say anything if you don’t want to. There will be no deep scripture readings or analysis, just interesting conversation with other average Catholic men that you will be surprised have a lot in common with you.
Father Sean will start the Retreat with a special Mass just for the men at 9am in the Church, and then we go downstairs to Shepherds Hall for coffee & pastries.
From there you will listen to three parishioners (regular guys) from OLM tell their personal stories or “witnesses” of heartfelt and impactful events or moments in their lives that made them who they are today.
First, Steve Gliebe will talk about “Renewal” and how the spiritual influence of his wife’s strong faith, along with a recent lung transplant has renewed his own faith. Then Mike Yacone will share witness of “Father’s Loving Care” and how his family and sons play such an important role in his own spiritual journey. And finally, Al Galdi will reflect on how the tragic death of his younger sister and other life events pushed him to “Christian Outreach” and the Cornerstone movement that was quietly chasing him for nearly 30 years.
You don’t want to miss these powerful and insightful witness talks from these three good men of our parish.
Once again, it’s on Saturday March 16th from 9am to 1pm here at OLM. Please go to the following web-link to fill out the Registration Form ASAP so that we know how many will attend:
https://www.ourladyofthemount.org/cornerstone-ministry
Thank you and God Bless.
OLM Men’s Cornerstone Leadership Team
Come get to know the men of our parish...
4-hour Mini Retreat Program Schedule:
9:00am: Mass in OLM Church ~ Rev. Sean W. Kenney
10:00am: Assemble in Shepherds Hall (coffee & pastries)
10:15am: Welcome and Team Introduction ~ Steve DiSturco
10:30am: 1st Witness Talk "Renewal" by Steve Gliebe
11:15am: 15-minute Break
11:30am: 2nd Witness Talk "Father's Loving Care" by Mike Yacone
12:15pm: 3rd Witness Talk "Christian Outreach" by Al Galdi
1:00pm: Retreat Reflection and Close
WHAT IS CORNERSTONE?
Have you ever had a feeling that life is going by too fast? DID YOU EVER WISH YOU COULD STOP THE WORLD FOR A DAY, CATCH YOUR BREATH AND HAVE A CHANCE TO REFLECT ON WHAT’S IMPORTANT IN YOUR LIFE? Cornerstone will provide just that. Offering you the opportunity to strengthen your faith, come closer to Christ, and grow in a Christian community. During Cornerstone you will also have the opportunity to meet and interact with other men from OLM in a warm, welcoming environment. THIS IS A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE FOR MEN.
WHO CONDUCTS CORNERSTONE?
A team of men from OLM who have attended past Cornerstone experiences offer their talents in various ways. Some team members give presentations on selected themes or lead small group discussions. Others plan liturgy, music, meals and accommodations. All of them are dedicated to ensuring an atmosphere of warmth and hospitality thoughout the event.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?
Cornerstone activities include witness talks, fellowship and group discussion. You’ll want for nothing. All you need to bring is an open mind and a willing heart. The presentations by team members will be followed by small group discussions. There will be opportunities for personal reflection, reconciliation and Eucharist. You will also have time to get to know the other OLM men who are also sharing this enlightening experience with you. Many people have participated in the Cornerstone Experience. People from all walks of life have sought this opportunity to gain a greater understanding of themselves and what it means to be part of a Christian community.
AFTER THEIR EXPERIENCE, MOST FEEL THAT THEY HAVE GROWN SPIRITUALLY, COME CLOSER TO THE LORD, AND DEVELOPED A GREATER CONNECTION WITH THE MEN OF THEIR PARISH.
Please consider attending and give yourself this gift of time…..You deserve it.