Christ is Risen!
Alleluia!
He Is Risen Stock photos by Vecteezy
As we celebrate this joyful Easter season, I offer you my heartfelt prayers and warmest wishes. May the Resurrection of our Lord fill each of your hearts with renewed hope, deep peace, and lasting joy. Easter reminds us that even in moments of struggle, darkness never has the final word—God’s love and life always triumph.
I am deeply grateful for each of you and for the faith, friendship, and dedication you bring to our Cursillo community. Your witness to Christ’s love continues to inspire and strengthen those around you. May you go forth in this season with courage and confidence, sharing the Good News with all you encounter, especially those who feel forgotten or burdened.
Let us pray that the Risen Christ blesses our families, our Diocese of Detroit, and all those we serve. May He guide us to be faithful disciples, always ready to bring His light into the world.
Know that you are in my prayers in a special way during this holy season.
Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed and joyful Easter.
De Colores!
Patrick Cross
Lay Director, Detroit Cursillo
Invitation to the Detroit Cursillo Community
“Rising from the Ashes” Eucharistic Revival
July 22, 2026 | Huntington Place | Detroit, Michigan
Dear Detroit Cursillo Community,
With great joy and hope, we invite all members of the Detroit Cursillo community to gather for a powerful day of faith, renewal, and fellowship at the “Rising from the Ashes” Eucharistic Revival on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 7:30 am till 9pm at Huntington Place in Detroit.
This special gathering will be a time for us to come together as a community rooted in Christ, to rekindle our love for the Eucharist, and to witness the transformative power of God working in our lives and in our city. Inspired by the image of rising from the ashes, this revival is an opportunity for spiritual renewal, healing, and a deeper encounter with Jesus present in the Blessed Sacrament.
Throughout the day, participants will experience inspiring speakers, communal prayer, the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament & procession, and ending with great worship Music. As Cursillistas, we are called to live our Fourth Day with courage and joy, bringing Christ into our environments, and this event offers a meaningful moment to strengthen that mission together, as well as pass on the gift of what Cursillo means to Detroit. I am proud to announce that we are sharing in this event as a sponsor and will have the opportunity to evangelize our great Diocese with a booth in the Ministry Fair area, there we can share with everyone the power of Christ in Cursillo. We warmly encourage all Cursillistas, friends, and families to attend and to invite others who may be seeking hope, faith, and community.
For Event Details please click this link: https://risingrevival.org
Let us gather as one body in Christ to celebrate the gift of the Eucharist and to be renewed in spirit as we continue our journey of faith.
De Colores!
With prayers and anticipation,
Patrick Cross
Heard of Cursillo and not sure what it’s all about? Click here for information.
Interested in living a Cursillo Weekend? See information below.
2026 Spring Weekends
#425 Men’s Weekend — March 12-15
#426 Women’s Weekend — April 23-26
2026 Fall Weekends
#427 Men’s Weekend — October 8-11
#428 Women’s Weekend — November 12-15
Weekends are held at Maryville Retreat Center* in Holly
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY donations for new applicants desiring to live a weekend will be $350 paid in full, or optional $150 deposit with balance due upon arrival.
Considering living a Cursillo Weekend? There are a few points to consider:
1. These weekends are intended for Catholics within the Archdiocese of Detroit.
The Cursillo Movement focuses on continued spiritual growth and sharing
within your faith community. Although we won’t turn anyone away, if you are
from another diocese we suggest checking for a Cursillo community in your diocese.
For the Diocese of Lansing see http://www.lansingcursillo.org
For Diocese of Kalamazoo see https://kalamazoocursillo.com
For the Diocese of Saginaw see https://saginaw.org
For the Diocese of Grand Rapids see https://grdiocese.org
For the Diocese of Gaylord see https://dioceseofgaylord.org
2. You need a sponsor if you are attending a Cursillo weekend.
If you don’t have a sponsor or have questions regarding sponsorship
please contact a pre-cursillo coordinator (found here)
prior to registering for a weekend.
3. If you are within the Archdiocese of Detroit AND you have a sponsor
please click here for donation information and required registration forms.
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