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You are invited to join the members of the Parish of the Good Shepherd in Mount Pearl in their fourth annual Lenten Quiet Day as they explore the reasons we sometimes struggle to believe in God. In a series of 4 talks, Father Geoff Peddle will explore the relationship between faith and doubt and show that doubt, much rather than being the opposite of faith, is the true balance to faith. He will ask what constitutes a healthy faith and show that a healthy faith always embraces doubt.

Father Geoff’s talks will be presented as a series of reflections and stories that will be often humorous, frequently personal, and always challenging. A significant use of music will enhance the message and there will be times for quiet prayer and reflection between his talks. Beginning with coffee at 10:00am, the day will end by 3:00pm.

“Dear God,
I really want to believe in you, but …”

A Lenten Quiet Day at the Parish of the Good Shepherd
Saturday, March 24, 10:00am to 3:00pm
(The Annunciation of the Lord to the Blessed Virgin Mary)

10:00am Welcome, Coffee and Registration
10:30am (1^st address) Why do I sometimes find it so hard to believe in God?
11:00am Quiet (Coffee/tea will be available in the hall)
11:30am (2^nd address) St Thomas: Apostle of doubt?
12:00noon Midday Prayer and Lunch
1:00pm (3^rd address) The God of broken places: From Leonard Cohen to Rascal Flatts
1:30pm Quiet (Coffee/tea will be available in the hall)
2:00pm (4^th address) From doubt to faith: Mary and Gabriel
2:30pmCelebration of the Holy Eucharist

There is no cost for the day including lunch.
A donation to our Wednesday Free Lunch to the community is always welcome.

To register, contact the Parish of the Good Shepherd Office at 747-1022 or by e-mail at cotgs@nf.aibn.com