Illuman is a ministry for men, by men, to honor the uniqueness of male spirituality and committed to support who are seeking to deepen their spiritual lives. Bimonthly group gatherings are designed to help become better, more authentic men.

Once a year the men of our parish join with other Catholic men from around the diocese for a weekend silent retreat at the Mater Dolorosa Retreat Center in Sierra Madre, materdolorosa.org

Read more about this year's theme God is Doing Something New in Us: Exploring Paths of Deepening Faith

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There is no more effective evangelization tool than regular, everyday people choosing to live their faith in their homes, councils, community, and parish. Through our programs and resources, we provide opportunities to live and spread the Catholic faith. To learn more visit our parish’s Council 5272 representatives in the courtyard.

Jason to Job, Jesus to Jonah, there are universal themes to the twists and turns of life’s journey. All men are invited for a one day retreat to explore the depth and wisdom of ancient ways.

$20 suggested donation. Coffee and light refreshments at 8:30. Lunch also included.
Bring: Hat, sunscreen, lawn chair, journal/pen, and drum.

Questions & Registration:
Dave McCormick (805) 558·7868
dave.mccormick.mba@gmail.com

Sponsored by our parish Illuman group.

Also visit: Men's Ministry, Groups, Retreats, ​Spiritual

We are the Catholic Christian men of Padre Serra Parish who witness to the potential of God's presence in our fellow men parishioners. We are involved in our liturgical celebrations and enriched in the life of our parish. We serve the needs of one another, our families, the community and those in need.

If you are interested in becoming involved and wish to be on our mailing list and for this month's location: 
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​Contacts (by email):
Dave McCormick
Tony Likovich
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Illuman is a journey of illumination for men seeking transformation and aspiring to become what they are meant to be, in order to do they are meant to do. All men are invited to learn more about speaking and listening – from the heart, with the heart, spontaneously and with brevity.

​In this gathering we will examine the four established guidelines of the Way of the Council –the native tradition of group facilitation in which we gather in circle to be seen, heard, and deepened.

The prompts for this gathering will in fact be centered in the very guidelines of the Way of Council itself –speaking from the heart, listening with the heart, speaking spontaneously, and speaking with brevity.

​This gathering will introduce the Way of Council process to those who are unfamiliar with the it, but who have a desire to be participants in council in the future --or who are interested in doing a Men’s Rites of Passage. We will also discuss and practice how to be effective facilitators of Council for those who are experienced in Council and would now like to lead Council.

Bring a lawn chair, drums, warm clothing.
Lunch will be served. $20 donation is appreciated.
Hosted by Padre Serra Men’s Ministry.
RSVP: Dave McCormick
​dave.mccormick.mba@gmail.com