Youth Group Soup and Salad Bar - February 21 11am - 2pm $6 for Adults, $5 for Seniors (62 and up), $3 for 12 and under. All proceeds go toward the youth group events, retreats and March for Life trip.
So far the soups we are having
Chili - Joe and Ginny Misch
Vegetable Soup - Tokarz Family
Potato Soup - Mestrovich Family
Green Pepper - Rockley Family
Ham and Bean Soup - Chandler Family
Corn Chowder - Urbano Family
Chicken Noodle - Misch Family
Stuffed Green Pepper - Jim's Cafe
During the last meeting the teens took responsibility and accepted a restaurant to contact them about donations. It is vital that everyone do their part. Bring the information on Wednesday. We are in need of bowls, salad/dessert plates, forks, knives, spoons, crouton, shredded cheese, salad mix, dressings, napkins, drink cups and coffee cubs and punch.
This is an awesome event for the youth group. It teaches them how to work together and serve others.
See you on Sunday. God Bless!
Sunday, January 24, 2010
We went to DC for the March for Life March, Youth Mass and Rally and all I got was......
13 of our church members went to Washington DC, for what I have to describe as the single most moving experience of my life. Our trip started by meeting several other youth groups and sharing a 12 hour bus ride getting to know them. Not to mention the opportunity to actually get to sleep on a bus!
Since we arrived several hours early. We did some sightseeing. We visited the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Wall, saw the Washington Monument, and stood at the backside of the White House. On Thursday evening, we celebrated Mass with at least 150 other teens. Teens that were there for the same purpose. We all were there to fight for life. But during Mass what I saw was the Holy Spirit working through each and everyone of them. Miracles happened that night it was indescribable. It was awesome to be around that many other Catholic youths. After the mass all of us, by our own choice, went to confession. Then we walked several blocks and toured the National Shrine. The basilica was one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. My only regret was that we only had about 10 minutes to spend there.
On Friday, we woke up at 4am to attend the Youth Rally at the Verizon Center. AMAZING! Followed by a youth Mass that I still find myself signing the music. I do not think my feet touched the ground. Father Paternoster, was one of the several hundred priests, bishops and cardinals, that celebrated the mass. This truly made us realize that we are the church and the church is everywhere. After the mass we walked the streets of Washington DC to march for life. When we were done marching, we took the metro to Rockville, Maryland to St. Mary's Church. The people of this church prepared dinner of several homemade soups, sloppy joes, hot dogs and desserts that had to of come straight from Heaven. With our stomach full and grateful spirit we loaded the bus and headed for home.
I wish I could put into words what this experience has done for my spirit, but I can't. I can only say, that YOU need to be there. YOU need to experience this for yourself. YOU need to be a witness of God's handiwork. YOU will be changed forever.
God Bless.
13 of our church members went to Washington DC, for what I have to describe as the single most moving experience of my life. Our trip started by meeting several other youth groups and sharing a 12 hour bus ride getting to know them. Not to mention the opportunity to actually get to sleep on a bus!
Since we arrived several hours early. We did some sightseeing. We visited the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Wall, saw the Washington Monument, and stood at the backside of the White House. On Thursday evening, we celebrated Mass with at least 150 other teens. Teens that were there for the same purpose. We all were there to fight for life. But during Mass what I saw was the Holy Spirit working through each and everyone of them. Miracles happened that night it was indescribable. It was awesome to be around that many other Catholic youths. After the mass all of us, by our own choice, went to confession. Then we walked several blocks and toured the National Shrine. The basilica was one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. My only regret was that we only had about 10 minutes to spend there.
On Friday, we woke up at 4am to attend the Youth Rally at the Verizon Center. AMAZING! Followed by a youth Mass that I still find myself signing the music. I do not think my feet touched the ground. Father Paternoster, was one of the several hundred priests, bishops and cardinals, that celebrated the mass. This truly made us realize that we are the church and the church is everywhere. After the mass we walked the streets of Washington DC to march for life. When we were done marching, we took the metro to Rockville, Maryland to St. Mary's Church. The people of this church prepared dinner of several homemade soups, sloppy joes, hot dogs and desserts that had to of come straight from Heaven. With our stomach full and grateful spirit we loaded the bus and headed for home.
I wish I could put into words what this experience has done for my spirit, but I can't. I can only say, that YOU need to be there. YOU need to experience this for yourself. YOU need to be a witness of God's handiwork. YOU will be changed forever.
God Bless.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Ready or Not Washington.... Here We Come..... Hear My Voice!
Wednesday, January 20, for those going to Washington, DC, will be meeting at 6:30pm to load the van and attend Mass. I can say on behalf of my daughters and myself that we are extremely excited to be a part of the March for Life. For those that are staying home. The simple gesture of praying is a way that you can help. Pray that we make a difference and help influence the politicians to change the legislation and protect the sanctity of life.
So as I prepare for the 12 hours bus trips, spending the night on a church hall floor and walking out in the cold with 200,000 plus of our fellow supporters... I stop and thank God that I had parents that believed that all life is valuable. I pray that we make a difference. I pray that my daughters can tell their children that the country that we live in values life and abolished abortion. So that one day they can tell their children and grandchildren; that when you put God first, you can make a difference.
God Bless.
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Monday, December 14, 2009
Meeting this Week 12/16/2009
This week we will be decorating the church and then having pizza afterwards.
The Parent's Afternoon Out was a success. The leaders realize areas that we can improve on next year to make it event more fun.
Don't forget about the Live Nativity we are in need of empty gallon jugs. BE THERE BY 4:30 PM!! We are counting on everyone attending this one. Parents, we need your help too. This will be a fun event if everyone works together.
I also need to know who is going to the Life March in DC. Failure to let me know by December 23 may result in you not going. The cost will be $60 per person. You will also be responsible for food during the trip.
Due to the cold and the leaders needing a much needed break, we will be taking the month of January off. We will meet again February 3, 2010. We need volunteers to get soup donated for the Soup and Salad Bar Luncheon.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
We are busy... busy... busy. Remember your commitments!
As the Christmas season approaches the youth group is preparing for many events.
December 12 - Parents afternoon out - the youth group must be at the hall by 12:30pm to set up. Many have volunteered and we need every one's support and help. The afternoon should wrap up at 4:45pm. However, we have given the option to go to mass.
December 16 - The youth group will be assisting setting up the Christmas decorations in church. After we have accomplished this we are going to have pizza. Bring a snack if you would like.
December 23 - Live Nativity 5-8pm - the group must be at church by 4:30pm. Once again we have had many of the members volunteer. It is vital for the event that everyone attend. We can use every one's help. Dress warm. There is going to be cookies and hot chocolate available for the volunteers.
January 1, 2009 - Holy Day of Obligation. - GO TO CHURCH!
December 30 and January 6 there will be no youth group.
As the Christmas season approaches the youth group is preparing for many events.
December 12 - Parents afternoon out - the youth group must be at the hall by 12:30pm to set up. Many have volunteered and we need every one's support and help. The afternoon should wrap up at 4:45pm. However, we have given the option to go to mass.
December 16 - The youth group will be assisting setting up the Christmas decorations in church. After we have accomplished this we are going to have pizza. Bring a snack if you would like.
December 23 - Live Nativity 5-8pm - the group must be at church by 4:30pm. Once again we have had many of the members volunteer. It is vital for the event that everyone attend. We can use every one's help. Dress warm. There is going to be cookies and hot chocolate available for the volunteers.
January 1, 2009 - Holy Day of Obligation. - GO TO CHURCH!
December 30 and January 6 there will be no youth group.
Monday, November 9, 2009
I wish I could make it better.
This past weekend we realized a tragedy in our community. A sixth grader's life was cut short by an accident. An accident that many of us are going to replay in our heads over and over again. Even saying things like, "What if that was my son or daughter?" "What could I have done to change the situation?" "What if....?" As a parent, my heart breaks for the family most of all. The pain that they have in their hearts is so deep that we must all show them our support and be there for the family and pray. My heart weeps when I see all of the friends and classmates just trying to understand. For them, we must listen and be there for them and pray. My heart aches for the drivers. For them, we must help them realize that this was a terrible accident. We must pray and be there for them too. Just know that with time, God's love and your faith you will get through this.
But in Leah Harper's death we must make a positive impact. We must use this event and make changes in our own lives. Because of Leah, I took extra time to be with my children. The time I usually spent cleaning my house, watching TV or just relaxing on the couch. I held them longer and maybe even told them 100 extra times how much I loved them. I realized what is really important. We prayed more than we have ever prayed. We showed compassion to strangers. We listened. We changed.
For that, I owe tremendous gratitude to our new angel Leah. Thank you for reminding me that our time here is precious. Thank you for making me realize the gifts that God has given me. Rest in peace Leah, may God's perpetual light shine upon you.
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