Cursillo

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The Cursillo Weekend
A Faith Experience

Discover the beauty of our Catholic faith and experience a life in grace.

Welcome to Cursillo

The Fort Wayne-South Bend Cursillo Movement welcomes Catholic men and women who want to grow closer to Jesus Christ, strengthen their faith, and build lasting Christian friendships.

Cursillo Calendar

Stay up to date with upcoming Cursillo events and activities.

ULTREYA!

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What is Ultreya? Ultreya means onward. We will be moving onward together in our fourth day. You will be invited to Ultreyas, diocesan gatherings at parishes, where Cursillistas join in worship and share their lives and the love of God.

Ultreyas are meetings of larger groups of people who have participated in a Cursillo weekend or who might be interested in doing so. Cursillistas share their faith and witness to others so that their own faith and community can grow. There is also an opportunity to find others looking for a friendship group.

Post Cursillo needs your help! Please consider being a parish representative yourself or joining with friends to help bring our community together.

Cursillo Weekends

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The Cursillo Weekend is an opportunity to encounter Christ in yourself and in other attendees from the Fort Wayne-South Bend Diocese. It provides an opportunity to strengthen your faith through prayer, Sacraments, worship, and education while being away from everyday responsibilities.

Upcoming Weekend Dates

Men’s Weekends

2026
December 10–13, 2026

2027
April 8–11, 2027

Women’s Weekends

2026
Postponed

2027
February 25–28, 2027
November 18–21, 2027

Who Should Attend a Cursillo Weekend?

Catholic men and women who want to develop a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ are welcome to learn more about attending a Cursillo Weekend.

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If you are a Catholic who wants to develop a better understanding of the Holy Spirit and learn how to share the joy of God’s love with friends, this weekend is for you.

What to Expect on a Cursillo Weekend

During a Cursillo Weekend, you can expect to discover your own unique value and develop new friendships. You will experience God’s love and receive the confidence needed to impact your community and bring the presence of Christ to all you meet.

The Eucharist

The Cursillo Weekend begins on Thursday night and consists of educational talks from clergy and lay presenters. There are also small group discussions, prayer, Mass, time to relax, fun, laughter, joy, and the opportunity for Confession.

What Others Say About Their Cursillo Experience

Bill D'Andrea

“After my Cursillo weekend, I had a roadmap towards a deeper relationship with Christ.”

— Bill D’Andrea
Jackie Oberhausen

“Cursillo has given me a whole new community of women who have shown me new and amazing ways to grow in my faith. My love of the Holy Spirit has been rekindled and His gifts have been set ablaze in me. I am so grateful to God for bringing Cursillo into my life.”

— Jackie Oberhausen

Where Do Cursillo Weekends Take Place?

Cursillo Weekends usually take place at:

St. Felix Catholic Center

1280 Hitzfield Street
Huntington, IN 46750

St. Felix Catholic Center was the home of Blessed Solanus Casey for 10 years. It provides private, simple Franciscan-style bedrooms with outlets. Each wing in the center has a large restroom with shower facilities.

How Do I Apply for a Cursillo Weekend?

Thank you for your interest in being a candidate on a Cursillo Weekend!

If you know someone who has been on a Cursillo Weekend, a great first step is to reach out to that person to learn more about the experience. If you don’t know anyone who has attended a Cursillo Weekend, feel free to contact us through the contact form below. We will be happy to share more about Cursillo and the application process.

Applications for Cursillo Weekends are accepted year-round. Because applications come from across the diocese and each Weekend has limited space, not all applicants may be accepted for the next scheduled Weekend.

Weekend Cost

$175 per person

The cost for the entire Weekend is $175, which includes food and lodging.

  • $25 deposit: Due with the application.
  • $150 balance: Due 30 days before the Weekend.

Checks may be written to:

Fort Wayne-South Bend Cursillo Movement

Please note that because space is limited and applications are received from across the diocese, your application is not complete until your non-refundable $25 deposit is received.

Thank you again for your interest!

Get in Touch

Fort Wayne-South Bend Cursillo Movement
P.O. Box 5219
Fort Wayne, IN 46895

Email us:
fwsbcursillo@gmail.com

Send Us a Message

Have questions about Cursillo? We would love to hear from you. Please complete the form below and we will be in touch.

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