MEN’S CURSILLO #236—April 11-14, 2024, at the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception in Huntington, NY By Brian Cavallo
A truly remarkable experience that was surrounded by the Holy Spirit occurred on the weekend of April 11th – 14th at the Immaculate Conception Seminary in Huntington. 20 men said YES to the invitation to strengthen their relationship with our LOVING GOD and he was present in each of their aces throughout the weekend as the transformation unfolded! The team guided the candidates under God’s direction to help bring this life changing encounter to these men!
It was my honor and privilege to serve as rector on the weekend! I was blessed to have an amazing team of Christ driven men led by the Men’s Director Jim Barker beside me!! ALL of them worked tirelessly to witness the spirit flow through each other. The Spiritual team consisted of Joe Amato, Bob Monahan, Tom Leavens and Mike McGovern. The table team included Bud Mazura, Chuck DeDora, Mario Cannariato, Michael Hoffner, Paul Bergin, Rich Grillo, and Steve Hernandez. We were all grateful for the Angel team who were there to help make the weekend run seamlessly. Led by head angel Steve Miller and joined by Edwin Aviles, Bart Giuliano, George Natali, Hank Kraker and Joe Valentino. This amazing team of men continues to answer the call that Christ has led them to and I am honored to be a part of such an amazing Christian Community in Action.
There were many Cursillistas who came on Thursday to help greet the candidates and send them forth onto their journey with Christ. The closing was attended by loved ones who came to witness these 20 men share with us what happened between them and GOD on these 3 glorious action packed days!! It was filled with love, tears, and laughter as expressed by them from the podium. May the light of Christ continue to shine through the men of Cursillo #236 during their 4th day!! DECOLORES!!!