November 2012 - Franciscan Renewal Center

Generous Living reigns at the Casa

Each November, General Manager Charlie Brown delivers his “State of the Casa” report as the Franciscan Renewal Center kicks off its Annual Appeal for the new fiscal year. Below is a copy of the speech as delivered Nov…. Read More

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Posted on November 5, 2012 by Charlie Brown

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Easter ReflectionRecently, I was thinking back on Easter as a child. Easter Sunday was always a fun day, filled with egg hunts, Easter baskets, chocolate bunnies, our Sunday best, and family. There are two particular Easters that really make me smile. First, when I was about five, I remember my uncle giving my sisters and me baby chicks. We thought this was the greatest gift ever. Our parents? Not so much. There was another Easter that I won a rabbit in a grade school raffle. Even though my parents were not thrilled once again, Mickey, the bunny, became a beloved member of the family for many years. However, I am not certain what happened to the baby chicks several years earlier. One can only speculate.We all know Easter is much more than baby chicks and bunnies. It’s about being grateful that Jesus rose from the dead. He is a God of surprises, and was resurrected to new life on Easter Sunday morning for us! So, let your hearts be filled with joy, as Jesus’ resurrection is a gift of new life for each of us.While enjoying your family traditions and special treats, remember to reflect upon the fact that today is a day to rejoice, and it is up to each one of us to be an ambassador of Christ and spread the good word. God wants you to experience the joy of Easter and pass it on to others.I wish you all a very joyous Easter filled with fun surprises. Halleluiah!— Sue Force, Donor Relations, 480.355.5631 … See MoreSee Less

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Beautiful message. I also remember receiving some baby chicks! My granddaughterwas the first to remind me that Easter was not about baskets, candy and the Easter bunny.
She told me it was about Jesus rising from the dead and giving us new life. It was about caring for others and doing God’s work. She understood the true meaning at a very early age.

Well written, recalled and shared, Sue! ~O~

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Celebrate Earth Dayby stopping at the Care for Creation table after Mass on April 27 & 28Getting rid of single-use plastic items in our everyday lives is sometimes difficult. We have to break old habits and find replacements. To help community members with finding new items to use, the Care for Creation Ministry team will have a display after Masses on April 27 & 28. They will show us alternatives for:– laundry detergent bottles – produce bags– grocery bags– plastic wrap – water bottles– plastic straws You will be able to purchase FRC stainless steel water bottles and canvas bags. C4C sells these items to raise money for ecological projects at the FRC such as a refillable water station in the new Community Life Center. … See MoreSee Less

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I collect/save medicine bottles andSVDP uses them for soap & shampoo etc for the homeless.

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Franciscan Renewal Center Veterans Ministry receives Copper Eagle Award at the 13th Annual Patriotic Awards. The Casa has been involved with retreats, workshops, and more healing and transformation, led by our director of Faith in Action Patti Sills-Trausch for veterans nearly a decade. Over 300 veterans have experienced the opportunities at #franciscanrenewalcenter for no cost on behalf of the generosity of many benefactors. … See MoreSee Less

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