What is a Cursillo?
The word "Cursillo" means "Short Course." The longer version of Cursillo is "Cursillo de Christianidad,"
or "Short Course in Christianity." The Cursillo movement in the Catholic Church is a group of people who
are striving to support each other in living out their Christian faith in their everyday lives. The goal of Cursillo
is to assist people of faith to "bloom where they are planted," and become more fully the unique person
God created them to be.

Is there meetings? How much time commitment is there?
To become a Cursillista, you must attend a Cursillo weekend. A Cursillo weekend begins on a Thursday
evening and ending on Sunday. A team of 10-15 lay people and two spiritual directors (at least one of
which is a Catholic priest) prepare and host the weekend for those attending. This "team" of Cursillistas
gives talks on various aspects of Christian living and spirituality. Daily Mass is celebrated on the weekend,
and time for prayer, study, reflection and fellowship is provided. Men's and women's weekends are held on
separate weekends. All meals are provided and shared together.

There are also Group Reunions and Ultreyas where Cusrillistas gather together. Dates and frequency varies.

More information and who to contact:
Cursillistas Augustin and Martina Ramirez (224) 484-8408