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October activities for Tri-Parish Youth Dear Youth, We are already in the month of October. I can’t believe how fast time goes. The weather Is getting cooler, thoughts of pumpkins and pumpkin spice lattes begin to surface. Each month brings with it new energy and invitation. So, my invitation this month will focus on small groups gatherings. I am also planning a family canned food challenge for the food bank instead of our trick or treating for canned food. I am having to do a lot of changes in my regular planning schedule because of Covid restrictions just so we can gather, so let’s see where God shows up as we come together in new ways and begin new things! God is always present!! We will begin the month with an invitation to everyone to join in an hour of Adoration on October 2nd at 10:00 p.m. at St. Mary’s. Please join me in praying for our world, specifically America. I am dedicating this hour of prayer to God i for the needs of our nation during this time of political and social upheaval. On October 5th I am meeting with the adult Confirmation team at the Habit at 7:00 to discuss and plan the upcoming retreat and class schedule. Thank you for your yes in walking with our youth on this journey! On Oct. 7th I will be meeting with the High School boys at the OMG at 6:30 to discuss, plan, and schedule future faith nights. We will have pizza at 6:30 and begin planning at 7:00. All High School boys are invited! On October 14th the 11th and 12th grade girls are invited to the OMG for “A night of Radiance” session using Theology of the Body program. We will begin with food at 6:30 and begin our study at 7:00. On Oct. 19th, the High School peer minister team will meet at the Habit at 7:00 p.m. to discuss and plan the Jr. High faith night. Coffee will be provided! Everyone is encouraged to attend the healing Mass at St. Mary’s at 7:00 p.m. with Bishop Peter on Oct. 20th. Come Holy Spirit Come! On October 21st the 9th and 10th grade girls are invited to the OMG for a “Night of Radiance” session using Theology of the Body program. We will have food at 6:30 and the session will begin at 7:00. On Saturday, Oct. 24th all youth who were Confirmed last Spring and expressed interest in doing ministry please note; we will have a training at St. Mary’s Church. We will start at 8:30 a.m. for those who want to be Lectors. Those who want to be Eucharistic Ministers will be trained at 9:15 a.m. If you expressed this interest to Debbie last Spring and can’t make the training, please let her know she we can get you trained at a later date! If you are interested in helping with Children’s liturgy the training will take place at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s as well. Thank you all for your hearts of service for our parishes and Church! On October 25th, the youth who signed up for Confirmation will be blessed and introduced at the 8:30 a.m. Mass at St. Mary’s. Following the Mass, we will go to the CEC for breakfast and a mini retreat. All High School youth who desire to be Confirmed are invited to attend. Sign up sheets are at the entrances of all Church’s. The adult Confirmation team and I are so excited to begin this journey with you! The Jr. High will meet at the CEC for a night of faith on October 26th. The night will begin with food at 6:30 and the faith session will begin at 7:00. All Jr. High youth are invited. The month of October brings with the challenge and reminder for collecting food for the Food Bank because of the approaching holidays. I am challenging each family to collect food and bring it to my office, High School Release time room, or the Church. Please write your name on the box or bag. I will be keeping track of the weight of the food. The family with the highest amount will receive a $100.00 cash prize. So, please start collecting and bringing me the food. Let’s fill up the food bank for the holidays. Happy Halloween everyone! May the blessings and graces of each day remind you how much you are loved by our Lord! In Gratitude, Debbie |
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