By Florida Catholic staff - Florida Catholic
Theology of the Body conference
Those interested in learning more about St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body are invited to attend a two-day conference, Awaken: An Encounter with St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body, the weekend of May 4-5 at the St. John Paul II Evangelization Center, 3087 S.W. 15 St., Miami. The conference will be presented by Bill Donaghy from the Theology of the Body Institute. Cost is $95. For more details, visit https://conta.cc/2JEAyQN.
Connect with estate planning pros
The 2019 Legacy Planning Summit: Strategies for Professionals is a unique opportunity for Catholics to connect with tax and estate planning professionals in South Florida. The summit will be held Tuesday, May 14, beginning at 8:30 a.m. with a networking breakfast followed by the program, from 9:30-11:30 a.m., at St. Thomas University, 16401 N.W. 37 Ave., Miami Gardens. Continuing education credits offered. Register online at: www.adomdevelopment.org/2019lps/.
Enjoy Havana Nights with archbishop
The public is welcome to join in some fun with Archbishop Thomas Wenski at Havana Nights, set for Wednesday, May 15, at 6 p.m. at Cuban Crafters, 3604 N.W. Seventh St., Miami. This event raises funds for the Unaccompanied Minors Program of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Miami. Cost is $35. For more information, go to give.adomdevelopment.org/havananights.
Retrouvaille weekend in Spanish
Does the distance between you and your spouse seem wide? Are you already separated? Retrouvaille can help. This peer ministry of volunteer couples aimed at helping those in struggling marriages learn the tools of healthy communication, build intimacy and heal, will host a retreat in Spanish May 17-19 at the Holiday Inn Express Airport East, 2601 N.W. 42 Ave., Miami. To register or find out more, call 1-800-470-2230, email [email protected], or visit HelpOurMarriage.com.
Learn to use Spanish in ministry
The Southeast Pastoral Institute once again will offer its Immersion in Spanish Language and Culture Program, June 14-July 2, at the SEPI headquarters and spiritual center, 7700 S.W. 56 St., Miami. The course is designed to help bishops, priests, deacons, seminarians, and lay people involved in ministry to Hispanics. It is not exclusively focused on mastering the basics of the Spanish language, but also on the basics of Hispanic/Latino culture and its rich diversity. The deadline for registration is May 15. Call 305-279-2333 or go to www.sepi.us to register.
