Your Friday Brief
Yesterday was the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, also known as Candlemas! Another celebration of Christ coming into the world, the manifestation of the Word of God. Here's some more information about this illuminating feast!
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Pacers vs. Kings TONIGHT!
We have FOUR extra tickets to the Pacers game tomorrow night! RSVP is still up (click below); let me know if you have questions. Includes a hat, food, and a concert with music artist Doe Jones after the game!
Theology on Tap
"The Power of Beauty, Truth, and Goodness" with Fr. Coady Owens
Tuesday, February 7 at Primeval Brewing, Noblesville
Doors open 6:30pm, event begins at 7pm
Join other young adults from the northside for a great evening! This will kick off our Lent series coming up.
Marriage on Purpose Conference
Saturday, February 11, 8:15am-3:30pm
Join national speakers Dr. Andrew and Sarah Swafford in a day of reflection on marriage at St. Malachy Catholic Church in Brownsburg. The day includes "daily mass, four sessions with our amazing speakers, as well as opportunities for couples to share time and a meal (infants are welcome)." More information here.
Young adults can register with SANCTUS for a $10 discount! And let me know if you want to come but need help finding or would like a partial stipend for childcare.
I want to talk to you this weekend!
Look for me at all the Masses this weekend! Come say hi, ask questions, sign up for info on Lent small groups, see who we have chosen as our SANCTUS patron saints, and find out what's coming up next!
Calendar
February
Feb. 3: Pacers game! RSVP by end of day today!
Feb. 7: Diocese Theology on Tap in Noblesville
Feb. 9-March 23 (Thursdays): Who Am I to Judge? a series on relativism
Feb. 10-12: Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend in Fort Wayne
Feb. 11: Marriage on Purpose Conference at St. Malachy with Dr. Andrew & Sarah Swafford - register HERE for a discount
Feb. 17: Mom's Group
Feb. 18: Brunch + Play in Weitzel Hall - Family friendly pitch-in!
Feb. 22: Ash Wednesday; P3 Lent series begins in Parish Hall
March
March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (Wednesdays): P3 Lent Series - Beauty, Truth, and Goodness
Weekly/biweekly during Lent, dates TBD: Men's + Women's Small Groups
March 17: Mom's Group
March 18: Supporting Mental Wholeness and Authentic Holiness with Pat and Kenna Millea
March 19: Luncheon with Pat and Kenna Millea for young adults and families with young kids
March 25: SANCTUS Service: Clean up the St. Alphonsus Parish Grounds
TBD: St. Joseph Men's Gathering
TBD: Blessed Mary Women's Gathering
April
April 1: SANCTUS Service: Serving at Shalom House, Lebanon
April 5: Wednesday of Holy Week - Mass at St. Alphonsus; Tenebrae at Holy Rosary, Indianapolis
April 6: Holy Thursday - Mass at St. Alphonsus; Seven Church Pilgrimage
April 7: Good Friday - Stations of the Cross and Celebration of the Passion; Service of Shadows at St. Alphonsus
April 9: EASTER!!!
April 21: Mom's Group
TBD: Annual Easter Feaster
TBD: The Vatican's Some Important Films Movie Night
TBD: Engaged/Married Date Nights begin
St. John Bosco's Lessons in Parenting
January 31 was the feast of St. John Bosco, who was especially focused on teaching and forming boys in the faith. Here are some great quotes from his writings on loving parenting.
Lessons in Parenting from St. John Bosco (madeforthisbirth.net)
How can I pray for you? Help you find your place here? Answer your questions? I hope to see you this weekend at Mass!
Yours in Christ,
Emily
youngadults@zionsvillecatholic.com
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