FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is CaFE?
It is a program for the renewal of Catholics to bring them into a deeper relationship with Christ.
2. Who can join CaFE program?
Catholics and anyone interested in the Catholic faith.
3. Do I need to pay to attend CaFE?
No. CaFE is free.
4. Must I attend all the talks in a module?
We recommend you attend all of these enriching talks, though if you miss one or two, you can simply continue to attend after.
5. Are the talks deep and difficult to understand?
No. They are designed by the speakers to be accessible and easily understood. There is humour, music and even a mime in them.
6. Will I be forced to share during the small group discussion?
No. We respect the fact that everyone has a different level of comfort with sharing. You are welcome to simply sit and listen to others’ reflections.
7. How long are the talks?
About 35-40 minutes.
8. How long are the discussions?
About 40 minutes.
9. Will I be in the small group for discussion?
Yes. Every participant is assigned a group, generally according to age to promote better communication.
10. Is there studying or homework involved?
No. Each module comes with a handbook that summarises the talk. The handbook is used to encourage prayerful reflection on the topics.
11. Where can I find more about CaFE resources?
Please visit www.faithcafe.org to see all the modules.
12. Who are the speakers of the video talks?
They range from David Payne, the Director of Catholic Evangelization Services, Dr D’Ambrosio, a renowned theologian, Bishop Mark Coleridge, a biblical scholar at the Vatican, to Fr R Cantalamessa, preacher to the Pope.
13. How many modules are there?
There are 17 modules, comprising about 5-7 video talks.
14. Who runs CaFE?
CaFE is officially promoted in Singapore, with the approval of Archbishop Nicholas Chia, by the Archdiocesan CaFE Promotion Team (ACPT). For enquiries, please contact Gwen Pinto, Chairperson of ACPT at acptcafe@gmail.com or call (65) 9007 0987.
15. How can you start CaFE in your Parish?
It’s easy. We, the Archdiocesan CaFE Promotion Team (ACPT), can help you start CaFE in your Parish. We are happy to share our 6-year experience running the program and to conduct training in group facilitation. CaFE is for parishioners, those in ministries, youth and those in Small Christian Communities. We shall meet with your Parish priests to give a presentation on CaFE. All that is needed are a few inerested, committed people and a venue with a screen and a DVD player.
