What happens at a Cursillo?
More than 3,000 Deaf cursillistas have experienced it, they can’t really explain it. It is even more impossible to explain it to someone who hasn’t experienced it. The apostles could not explain the experience of what happened to them on Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit came. Only the Holy Spirit knows for sure.
The Cursillo experience really starts on Thursday night and continues. until Sunday. The Cursillo helps people to understand what it means to follow Christ – and how to help each other follow Christ. Give a new meaning and encouragement to life. You will find many surprises, friendliness, warmth, and…the spirit of Jesus that you will see in one another. It is an awesome experience of God.
Who can come to the Cursillo?
The Deaf Cursillo geared for Active Catholic Deaf Adults
- Single and Married couples can come
- Non-Catholic Spouse of Catholic is welcome
- All presentations are in American Sign Language, with no voice interpreter
What are the goals for the Cursillo?
The Cursillo experience tries to help everyone:
- discover their own importance
- experience the presence and love of Jesus Christ
- realize the importance of being a Christian in today’s world
Are Cursillo people different?
The Cursillo is for people like you! People who are Catholic, have been attending Church and Mass, but are still searching for something more! The team for the Cursillo are people just like you who work together to prepare and lead the Cursillo.
Lay people and spiritual directors give talks in American Sign Language with discussions after each talk. Each speaker will share their spiritual journey with God.
After the Cursillo…
The Cursillo weekend is the beginning of a journey. The Cursillo experience helps us to journey toward God and spread God’s love to everyone (John 15: 9-17). The journey continues all our life! YES, the most important part of the Cursillo happens after the Cursillo is finished! You will go home spiritually refreshed!!