Upcoming events.
A Faith That Does Justice: Catholic Social Teaching Through an Ignatian Lens (September 2025 – June 2026) In honor of Pope Leo XIV and Pope Leo XIII’s legacy of Rerum Novarum
PROGRAM DIRECTOR: Rev. Joseph Palacios
Father Joe will be offering a ten month spiritual development program integrating Catholic Social Teaching (CST) and the spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola (Ignatian Spirituality). The first meeting is a Saturday retreat day at St. Agatha concluded with the 5:00pm Mass. Monthly 2 hour meetings will be held on Zoom. The program will conclude with another Saturday retreat day.
Ten Month Program:
Beginning and Closing One Day Retreats (10:00 am – 4:45 pm with closing Mass at 5:00 pm)
8 monthly Zoom meetings
Each session integrates Catholic Social Teaching (CST) and Ignatian spirituality
Includes opening/closing prayer, teaching, scripture, reflection, faith sharing, and action
One-Day Opening Retreat: Foundations of Faith That Does Justice
Saturday, September 6, 10:00am - 4:45pm, concluding with the 5:00pm Mass
Theme: Rooted in Scripture, Formed in History, Sent in Mission
Goal: Introduce participants to the biblical, theological, and historical foundations of Catholic Social Teaching and Ignatian Spirituality
Register by September 4th
Contact Fr. Joe at dr.josephpalacios@gmail.com
Event One
Empowering Catholic Ministry Leaders Seminar: Coaching for effective Catholic leaders based on Ignatian spiritual and leadership principles and practices — Higher Calling Coaching and Consulting
For pastors, parish administrators & ministry leaders enrich your key pastoral skills through faith-based management and leadership coaching. Will explore how coaching is different from spiritual direction, mentoring, consulting, and counseling. Free introductory Zoom seminars on June 25th, June 27th, July 9th, or July 11th. 2:00-2:45pm.