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What is Cursillo?It is a world wide movement of the Christian Church which aims to Christianise environments through small Christian communities committed to living and spreading the Gospel. Cursillo AimsThe movement offers a method by which our relationship with God may be developed, lived out with the support of other Christians, and used by God to change the world about us. Cursillo aims to inspire, challenge and equip us as church members for Christian action in our homes, communities, parishes, and places of work and leisure. The name CURSILLO reflects its Spanish origins, its full title being "Cursillo de Christiandad" which means 'short course in living Christianity'. A concise summary of CursilloA suggestion for those who are asked to give a very brief resume! Our usual approach in trying to provide a summary of Cursillo is to focus on “the weekend”. We recall the many friendships, the music, the laughter, the tears, and that great sense of being part of a special community in a spirit-filled environment. Our Cursillo summary could easily turn into a sales pitch for the Cursillo “weekend”. But that would be to miss the main point of Cursillo which is the Fourth Day, and especially the Group Reunion. Weekends are great, but weekends end. And then we must leave the comfortable surroundings we have been enjoying and return to the “real world” where life goes on. The point of Cursillo is not to put on great weekends. It is to provide a method for our living a Christian pattern of life in the world “where life goes on”. That pattern- framed in our Rule of life- will be most successfully followed when we live alongside a group of other engaged Christians who can provide one another with encouragement, support, accountability and companionship. So, what might that Cursillo summary be?"Cursillo provided me with a helpful itinerary for how to live my life as a Christian. It's a straightforward method presented during a weekend that was fun and very meaningful. But most importantly, Cursillo provided me with a small group of close companions and a large supportive community to walk with me and to keep me on the track along the way." From NEC 4th Day Magazine Who is Cursillo for?It is for any baptised person active in the Anglican Church who is at least 20 years of age. Cursillo is for growing Christians who are open to experience the grace and love of God in new ways through a Christian community. In particular, it is for those who are prepared to commit themselves to make a difference in their world as a result of this experience. |
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Introduction to the Cursillo MovementInvolvement in the Cursillo Movement begins with a three-day "live-in" (usually from Thursday evening to Sunday evening). These three days are spent in studying, discussing, worshipping together in a structured programme of talks by lay people and clergy. In addition there are discussions, music and other activities centred around a daily Eucharist. Many people find that after this shared experience, Christian living takes on a new dimension with a fresh awareness of God's love and purpose for each one of us where we live and work. Those who have completed the "Three Days" also usually share a common understanding and purpose thereafter. Only 25 pilgrims can be admitted on any Three-Day Cursillo and there is usually a waiting list. Cursillo is led predominantly by lay people but is dependent upon encouragement and supprt of the clergy. Unlike a spiritual retreat a Three-Day Cursillo is made only once. What Happens after a Three-Day Cursillo?As one of the founders of Cursillo has said: “It is possible to encounter God in many ways other than Cursillo - encountering God is easy - it is following Christ afterwards that is the problem." The focus and strength of the Cusillo Movement lies beyond the three days - the rest of our life through...
To nurture this discipleship, the movement offers specific opportunities.
How do I Apply?You first need a sponsor. This is someone who has already attended a Three-Day Cursillo and who will undertake to explain, pray for you, and assist in involving you in the movement. The Vicar of your parish must also give consent and endorse your application. In the case of a priest, the Bishop counter-signs the application form. What does a Three-Day Cursillo Cost?There is an application fee of $10. The total cost per person includes accommodation, meals and materials. Your sponsor has the current cost. No one is ever denied the chance to attend because of lack of finance.
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