CHRISTMAS BELL RINGERS -
COME RING THE COLORED BELLS!
Deadline to signup is December 6Children, grades 1 through 6 are invited to be a bell ringer for the Christmas Eve 2:00pm Family Mass. No experience needed - the bells are color-coded. Rehearsal is scheduled for Sunday, December 15, 10:00am in the chapel. If you can be at the rehearsal and present at 1:15pm on Christmas Eve, please register online below. Deadline is December 6. Come ring the bells!!
CLICK HERE to register now.
DEEPEN YOUR SPIRITUAL LIFE WITH THE IGNATIAN VOLUNTEER CORPS. (IVC)
If you are over 50 years old, and are looking for a way to deepen your spiritual life, consider joining the Ignatian Volunteer Corps. (IVC) This is a cohort of individuals who are building pathways out of poverty. They partner with several Twin Cities agencies including Pax Christi partners: Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, and Risen Christ Catholic School. There are also on-going spiritual formation opportunities. You can make a difference! If you would like more details, please contact Kathleen Groh at the Ignatian Volunteer Corps, kgroh@ivcusa.org.
HELP NEEDED WITH INTERFAITH THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION – NOVEMBER 23
Greeters: We are looking for outgoing and friendly youth and members of our Pax Christi international communities to serve as greeters. A short training session at 6:45 pm. will kick off our greeter activities. To volunteer or for more information, please
CLICK HERE. Refreshments: If you’re able to bring bars or cookies to share after the Celebration, please drop them off in the Dorothy Day hall between 7:00 and 7:30pm.
HELP NEEDED WITH OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE CELEBRATION – DECEMBER 14
Be part of the planning team to honor Our Lady of Guadalupe at the Saturday, 5:00pm Mass followed by a community dinner featuring authentic Mexican cuisine. All are welcome to help plan this event including decorating, food preparation, service, and clean up after the festivities. Contact Lisa Cox, lcox@paxchristi.com, or 952-405-7204, for more details.
MOMS ROCK: SPEAKER
DEACON CHARLES A. BOBERTZ
Wednesday, November 20, 9:30–11:30am, Room 212, $10 RSVPAs a deacon for Pax Christi, Deacon Charles' ministries include regular preaching, baptisms, weddings, funerals, and adult education. Gatherings include brunch and relaxing social time, followed by uninterrupted time to focus on the day’s guest speaker. Complete details at
www.paxchristi.com/momsrock.
INTERFAITH THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION
Saturday, November 23, 7:30pm at Pax ChristiIf you’re looking for a beautiful and meaningful way to kick off your holidays, then come to the annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration. The theme for this years’ celebration is “Building Bridges in A Broken World.” This celebration of our common humanity will include songs, interpretive dance, prayers, poetry, and sacred texts shared by people of various faith traditions and spiritual communities. The gathering will encourage and celebrate actions and behaviors that strengthen and build bridges in all relationships. We will extend care for our neighbors in need through monetary gifts to PROP. Refreshments and conversation will follow the gathering. We invite all to wear your native dress or drop off a favorite family treat (cookies or bars) to share in the Dorothy Day Hall between 7:00–7:30pm. This event is sponsored by the Interfaith Circle of Eden Prairie. For more information visit
https://interfaithcircle.wordpress.com .
COLLEGE PLANNING STRATEGIES WORKSHOP
Sunday, November 24, 3:15–4:45pm, Room 212Between applications, complicated forms, student loans, and scholarships, navigating the college financial aid process can be daunting. Set yourself up for success with this free 90-minute workshop geared toward high school youth and parents. Learn valuable tips and get all your questions about college planning answered by a pro! Contact Jessie Johnson, 952-405-7210, or jjohnson@paxchristi.com, for more information.
PLEASE NOTE: This workshop is intended for high school youth AND a parent/guardian.
CLICK HERE to RSVP online.
THANKSGIVING DAY MASS AND WEEKEND
Mass Thursday, November 28, 9:00am in the SanctuaryPlease note there is no Mass on Friday, November 29, and the building and parish office will be closed for the day. Also note that there will be no hospitality served at weekend Masses and the nursery will be closed for the entire holiday weekend.
TWELVE BASKETS SHARE THE JOY
Stop by Signup Displays in Dorothy Day Social Hall
Weekends November 30/December 1 and December 7/8 following MassCLICK HERE for complete details.
ANNUAL CANA DINNER – SAVE THE DATE
Saturday, April 25, 6:00–9:30pmAll couples are welcome to celebrate the “Gift of Love” when Spring is in the air. Watch for upcoming details of the 15th Annual Pax Christi Cana Dinner.