Cursillo Community

The Cursillo Community in the Episcopal Church is a group of dedicated believers who work to live our Baptismal Covenant in the world around us using the time-tested Cursillo Method.

The purpose of Cursillo is to nourish Christian individuals with the knowledge of God's love and grace, and to help them discover their personal mission in the world so they may enjoy the fullness of Christian life.

What is Cursillo?

Cursillo (pronounced kur-SEE-yo) is a layperson-led spiritual renewal movement designed to deepen a person's relationship with Christ, develop Christian leaders, and build supportive faith communities. Originating in the Roman Catholic Church in Spain, the word translates to "short course" and refers to a three-day course that prepares and strengthens us for the rest of our lives as Christians.

The Cursillo Movement makes Christian Community possible in the neighborhoods, parishes, work situations, and other places where people live their lives. It provides the tools, mentality, strength, and support to live life in a Christ-Like manner. It teaches us how to approach evangelization as a natural act of being Christ-Like in our daily activities.

When the Cursillo Method is correctly applied, it can have significant results in the spiritual revitalization of the world in which we live. The Cursillo attitude is contagious.

In the Episcopal Church, Cursillo operates under the authority of our local Diocesan Bishops and is overseen by the Episcopal Cursillo Ministry.

The Cursillo Method

The Cursillo Method involves much more than just putting on Weekends. In the hands of committed clergy and lay Christians, Cursillo has emerged as a mature instrument to empower the ministry of the laity. The Cursillo Method is a proven three-phase process of reflection and renewal leading to a meaningful Christian life.

Pre Cursillo Phase

This is a time of discovery, when you learn about Cursillo, ask questions, and prayerfully consider whether attending a Weekend is the right next step in your faith journey.

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The Cursillo Weekend

The Cursillo Weekend is a three-day experience centered on faith, fellowship, prayer, learning, and reflection. It offers an opportunity to deepen your relationship with Christ and explore how you are called to live out your faith.

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The 4th Day

The Fourth Day begins when the Weekend ends—and continues for the rest of your life. Through prayer, study, fellowship, and action, Cursillistas encourage one another to grow in faith and bring Christ’s love into their everyday lives.

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How to Get Involved

As an adult Christian, these are just a few of the many questions that may be running through your head and your heart. Cursillo is one available choice for you. And when you are ready, there are many opportunities to serve.

Attend a Cursillo Weekend

Experience Cursillo for yourself through a three-day Weekend of faith, fellowship, learning, and reflection. It’s an opportunity to deepen your relationship with Christ and discover new ways to live out your faith.

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Become a Candidate Sponsor

Help someone else take their first steps toward Cursillo by becoming a sponsor. Sponsors provide encouragement, answer questions, and walk alongside candidates as they prepare for their Weekend.

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Join a Cursillo Weekend Team

After experiencing your own Cursillo Weekend, consider serving on a future Weekend team. Share your gifts, faith, and experience while helping create a meaningful Weekend for new candidates.

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Serve on Secretariat

Help guide and support the life of the Cursillo Movement within our Diocese. Secretariat members provide leadership, prayerful direction, and support for the ministries and communities that make Cursillo possible.

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Volunteer Your Special Skills

Your unique talents can make a difference in the Cursillo community. From music and communications to outreach and event coordination, there are many ways to use your gifts in service to the Movement.

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