Day of Reflection on the National Eucharistic Revival - September 2023

As we embark on this journey during the Year of Parish Revival, we are reminded of the profound words from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: "The parish is the Eucharistic community and the heart of the liturgical life of Christian families; it is a privileged place for the catechesis of children and parents" (CCC 2226). This year is dedicated to making this belief a vibrant reality.

We invite you to join us for a Day of Reflection centered on the National Eucharistic Revival in September. This event will take place at the San Juan Pastoral Center and is offered in two options: Friday morning (Sep 15) or Saturday morning (Sep 16).

Event Details:

• Date: Friday, September 15th or Saturday, September 16th
• Time: 9 AM to 12 PM
• Location: San Juan Pastoral Center, 700 N Virgen de San Juan Blvd, San Juan, TX 78589
• Registration: Register through this online form (https://forms.office.com/r/2iqxwrBNZY) or by emailing Lilia Rubio ([email protected])
• Cost: Free

Guided by prayer and strategic insight, we have embraced four pillars, or invitations, to guide us in manifesting this vision. We invite you to join us in (1) revitalizing worship, (2) creating personal encounters, (3) engaging in robust formation, and (4) sending Catholics forth as missionaries. These invitations are the cornerstone of our journey towards a renewed and thriving Eucharistic community.

The Day of Reflection is thoughtfully designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of these four pillars. Through enlightening talks, interactive sessions, and moments of reflection, we will equip you with practical initiatives to integrate these invitations within your Eucharistic communities.

We hope that you will be able to join us for this unique opportunity to help make the most of the Year of the Parish Revival.

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Featured Speakers

Marilyn Looker
Before joining the National Eucharistic Congress, Marilyn taught high school Theology in the Diocese of Phoenix for ten years and Spanish for two years for the Archdiocese of Denver. She originally hails from Phoenix but moved to Denver in 2020. She is a graduate of Franciscan University receiving a B.A. in Theology and it is there that she fell in love with Eucharistic Adoration. She is excited to be able to be part of this movement of the Holy Spirit and prays that others might encounter the most precious gift of Jesus in the Eucharist.

Jaime Reyna
Before joining the National Eucharistic Congress team, Jaime was the Director of the Offices of Family Life, Youth Ministry, Social Ministry, and Multicultural Ministry at the Diocese of Corpus Christi. His sixteen years of service to the Diocese of Corpus Christi were preceded by five years in the seminary. With a background of serving in many ministries, he is humbled to share his gifts and talents in this effort to do God’s work. His passion for leading others to Christ inspires him to go where Christ leads him. Jaime volunteers in various roles at his parish, has been a member of the Adoración Nocturna ministry for eighteen years, and has two beautiful daughters.