What is Tres Dias?

The History of TRES DIAS

TRES DIAS was derived from Cursillo de Christiandad—a “short course in Christianity” which has been an active tool of church renewal since its beginnings in Spain in 1949.

TRES DIAS was started in America in 1972 and is an ecumenical movement now overseen by a national organization of laity and clergy.  Individual weekends are sponsored and  coordinated by local chapters which have been chartered by the national organization.

What Happens on a TRES DIAS Weekend?

The Spanish words "TRES DIAS" mean "Three Days."  TRES DIAS begins on Thursday evening and ends the following Sunday evening.
The TRES DIAS team leading the weekend is composed of former attendees of a TRES DIAS, or similar weekend like Cursillo (ker-see-yo), who have volunteered their time for weeks of preparation by working and praying together as a unit.  There is presented in Three Days the basics of the Christian life and meaning of living the Christian ideal and its application on our daily lives.

TRES DIAS is centered around lay and clergy talks.  Table groups discuss each talk.  Interchange that develops in these discussions makes Christ's teachings come alive.

The basic atmosphere of TRES DIAS is one of love, joy, Christian fellowship, singing, laughing and worship.  TRES DIAS makes future Christian experiences more fruitful because of the zestful seasoning it brings to all Christian living.

TRES DIAS can be made only once in a lifetime, therefore, it is not a substitute for a retreat, nor does it have the individual solitude of a retreat.

How May I Attend a TRES DIAS Weekend?

If you are interested, complete the application and return it to your sponsor.  For more joy and purpose in your Christian walk, the TRES DIAS could be just what you’re looking for.

Who Should Attend a TRES DIAS Weekend?

Just as Christ meets you at your point of need, so TRES DIAS is designed for those who desire to be strengthened in their faith and to be brought closer to Christ in their discipleship.
 

All are welcomed to attend the weekend.  There are weekends for men and weekends for women.  If you are married, the husband must attend first.  Wives usually attend a few weeks later.  Each attendee must be sponsored by someone who has previously attended a TRES DIAS or Cursillo-type weekend.