~ How Old is the Cursillo?

The first Cursillo was held on an island off the coast of Spain, Majorca, January 1949. The Bishop of the island, Bishop Juan Hervas, assisted by priests and laymen, founded the Cursillo Movement after about eight years of preparation. Bishop Hervas wanted to awaken in his men the deep meaning and power of the faith they professed, to make them aware of what is fundamental in being a Christian. The Cursillo Movement succeeded so well in it's purpose that it spread rapidly from Spain through South America to Mexico and to the United States. Truly, it's growth has been phenomenal. The Cursillo Movement is active in every part of the free world. The first Cursillo in the United States was held in Waco, Texas in May 1957. The first English language Cursillo was held November, 1961 in San Angelo, Texas under Fr. Fidelis Albrecht, O.F.M. The first Cursillo in Kansas City, MO. took place on Dec. 6, 1962 under Fr. Fidelis.

Catholic Cursillo of Kansas City/St. Joseph Diocese, Missouri --