Weekly Newsletter
St. Charles Young Adults
St. Charles Young Adults - Building community with those in their 20s and 30s.
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St. Charles Young Adults (CYA) |
COMMUNICATION
Our general email is: young...@stcharleschurch.org
Our webpage is: www.stcharleschurch.org/cya
Sign up for our listserv: http://groups.google.com/group/StCharles-YoungAdults
Young Adults Event Calendar: http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=hls3skdg788o7mudcemhsk86p4%40group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/New_York
Find us on Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/group.php?gid=51895748938&ref=ts
HAPPY HOUR AT WHITLOW'S
Thursday, February 24
6 PM - 9 PM
Meet up with the St. Charles Young Adults for Whitlow's Mug Night! Beer mugs are $5, refills are $1.50 (Yuengling, Miller Light, Blue Moon). We'll be in the back bar. Don't forget your ID! Please RSVP.
YOUNG ADULTS PLANNING MEETING
Sunday, February 27
Upper Room
Directly Following 6 PM Mass
Please join us as we discuss upcoming events including Spy At Night, Nationals Game, St. Patrick’s Day Party.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR BINGO AT SUNRISE RETIREMENT HOME
Sundays, Once Per Month
7:30 PM – 9’ish (or earlier)
The Arlington Church of the Brethren is seeking another church to commit to a wonderful little program of outreach right in the neighborhood of the Bluemont Park at the Sunrise Retirement Home. The Sunrise elderly are passionate and thoroughly enjoy playing Bingo with ea. other. This, at first, doesn't sound too important. But when you go and "call" the game for them, you realize how much they look forward to the games. It keeps them sharp, they see each other for a little while after hours, and I have personally grown very fond of them. Please see below to discuss the possibility becoming involved. Contact info below:
Work: 703 739 0696 X 1076
Ho: 703 241 0357 (after hours and on weekends is the best time as I'm usually at work :)
Cell: 571 235 0821
work: rre...@scip.org or rre...@verizon.net
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St. Charles Parish-Wide |
2011 WAY Cabaret
Sunday, February 27
7:15pm-8:30pm
Parish Center - Werthmann Gym
Support the high school teens who will attend the Summer Diocesan Work Camp helping to rebuild the homes and dignity of the poor through work and prayer.
DROP IN BASKETBALL
Sundays and Thursdays- Young Adult drop-in basketball in the Gym Sun 4-5:30pm & Thur 8:15-10:15pm. (sc...@sagemi.com)
FREE YOGA CLASSES
Bring your mat and join us in Benedict Hall Wednesday mornings 10-11am and Monday evenings 6-7pm.
FREE ZUMBA CLASSES
Latin American dance/exercise on Wednesdays at 7pm in the Gym.
PARKING FOR WEEKEND MASS AT ST. CHARLES
--GMU has graciously allowed us to use their parking at their building at Kirkwood & Wash. Blvd. for our weekend Masses (only). Enter the surface lot from Kirkwood or enter garage from Wash. Blvd.
--If you park in the Parish lot, you can ignore the “reserved” signs on the weekends.
--Please do not park in fire lanes or block the priest carport
REQUESTS FOR MONEY
St. Charles is a very generous community and because of our location in Arlington we often have individuals come to the Church requesting money for various reasons. If someone approaches you and asks for money while you are here for Mass or other events, please do not hesitate to refer them to our Social Services Coordinator, Jo-Ann Duggan. Her hours at the office are Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays from 11:00 until 6:30 p.m. Thank you.
LOCAL RETREAT CENTER
Did you know we have a beautiful and peaceful Catholic retreat center “in our own backyard”? The Dominican Retreat Center in McLean offers a host of retreats, days of reflection and talks on many aspects of spirituality. They also offer spiritual direction. For more information, visit them at www.dominicanretreat.org or call (703) 356-4243.
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Diocese of Arlington – Young Adult Ministry |
· Join the Arlington Young Adult Ministry Mailing List: http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin/ea?v=001lIzAYwypGmh82b9tg2ZLkA%3D%3D
· Check Out the Arlington Young Adult Ministry on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/arlingtonyoungadult
· Arlington Young Adult Ministry Website: http://www.arlingtondiocese.org/yam/young_adult.php
Theology on Tap
Mon., Jan. 31st – March 7
7:00 PM (talk begins at 7:30 PM) at Pat Troy's "Ireland's Own"
Join 150-200 young adults for an evening of discussion, fellowship, & faith! Our winter 2011 "six pack" will focus on spiritual realities. Fr. Dan Gee will open on Monday, January 31st with a talk on the Four Last Things. Please join us at 7:00 PM (talk begins at 7:30 PM) at Pat Troy's "Ireland's Own" (111 N. Pitt Street) in Alexandria. More information is coming soon!
YOUNG ADULT HOLY HOUR/VIGIL OF PRAISE
Saturday, February 26th
St. Thomas More Cathedral
Join us for an evening of prayer, wine and cheese social, and line dancing with Margaret Fagan on Saturday, February 26th at St. Thomas More Cathedral (3901 Cathedral Lane) in Arlington! We'll offer confessions by at least 4 of Arlington's finest priests, a reflection, silent time, and worship. Afterward, we'll offer a wine & cheese reception ($10 donation suggested), learn the Watermelon Crawl, Two Step, and more. There will be ample time for dancing throughout. Come worship with friends, enjoy an array of food & wine, and learn a few heel-stomping favorites. Bring your boots! If you don't like to dance, grab some food and pull up a chair. All young adults are welcome.
Women's Conference
March 12th, 8:00 AM - 2:15 PM
St. Thomas More Cathedral
The Arlington Diocese's Office for Family Life & the Arlington Diocesan Council of Catholic Women invite all women to our 2011 Women's Conference: Explore the Unique Challenges Confronting Women of Faith, with Helen Alvaré, Associate Professor of Law, George Mason University School of Law - Specializing in Marriage & Family Law; and Theresa Notare, Assistant Director, Natural Family Planning Program, Secretariat for Laity, Marriage, Family Life and Youth, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops! The event runs from 8:00 AM - 2:15 PM at St. Thomas More Cathedral (3901 Cathedral Lane) in Arlington. The cost is $35 by February 10 or $45 after February 10. No registrations at the door. Register online here! For more info call 703-841-2550.
Men's Conference
March 19th
St. Joseph Parish & Hall
The Arlington Diocese's Office for Family Life & the Virginia Knights of Columbus invite all men to our 2nd Annual Men's Conference: Tools for Building the Kingdom with the Most Rev. Paul S. Loverde, Bishop, Diocese of Arlington; Joe Campo, Director, St. Francis Home & C.E.O., Grassroots Films; Art Bennett, President, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Arlington; and Rev. Arne Panula, Director, Catholic Information Center! On the Feast of St. Joseph, Saturday, March 19th, the conference will take place at St. Joseph Parish & Hall (750 Peachtree Street) in Herndon. The conference will be an opportunity for men to reflect on their vocations, gain practical tools to be better Catholic men, be inspired by Catholic speakers, and gather with their brothers in Christ. The cost is $35 before March 1st or $45 March 1st and after. Students may attend at a reduced rate of $25. Clergy may attend free of charge. To register online click here. Questions? Contact Tom O'Neill at 703-841-2550.
Lenten Silent Retreat
April 8th-10th
Join us for a Lenten retreat by Fr. James Brent, OP from Friday, April 8th - Sunday, April 10th, 2011 at our new retreat center in White Post, VA. Retreat themes will focus on winning spiritual battles and overcoming temptations in order to draw closer to Christ. There will be ample time for confession, spiritual direction, and Adoration. Each person will have a private room with a bath. Meals will be provided. The new retreat center is located in Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley, situated on 150 acres of rolling countryside, approximately 65 miles (1 hour) outside the Washington, D.C. Capital Beltway. There is ample space for personal reflection and privacy. The total cost of the retreat is $250 before February 1st and $275 February 1st and after. A 50% deposit is requested to reserve your spot. Registrations are accepted on a first come, first serve basis. For all questions, contact Kateri Ambrow at 703-841-2549. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you there!
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Diocese of Arlington |
HELP AFTER ABORTION
Are you experiencing feelings of shame, guilt, regret and sadness? Have you lost a child to abortion? Contact Project Rachel post-abortion healing ministry for confidential referrals to trained clergy, professional counselors, retreats and/or aftercare gatherings at (703) 841-2504 / 1-888-456-HOPE or arlingtondiocese.org/Rachel. Do you know someone who is carrying the grief and sorrow of past abortions? Share with them the “good news” of God’s merciful love. Call Project Rachel for a confidential referral to a priest and/or counselor: (888-456-HOPE).
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Volunteers are needed to work at Christ House as receptionists for the Emergency Assistance Hotline. Come and volunteer one 4 hour shift mornings or afternoon to help answer calls for assistance. Training provided. A desire to serve those in need required! Volunteers are also needed to help with running and organizing the evening meal at Christ House. Greet diners, help with set-up, clean-up and make sure ministry runs smoothly. Sign up to work one 4-7 p.m. shift a week. Catholic Charities is also looking for volunteers experienced in bankruptcy law to work with clients facing financial crises. We are also looking for an experienced Support Group Facilitator to lead a support group at Christ House. For more info on these volunteer opportunities, please contact sod...@ccda.net
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Other Events & News |
DOMINICAN RETREAT HOUSE VOLUNTEERING
Whether you have a few hours a week, a month, or even on an occasional basis, your time and talents are always welcome and appreciated at Dominican Retreat. We have an ongoing need for volunteers in the following areas:· Dining Room/Kitchen- setting tables, serving, running dishwasher
· Housekeeping in the dormitory
· Mailings
· Front Office – filing and other clerical projects
· Computer- proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, and /or Power Point
· Outdoors – raking leaves, weeding, gardening and other related projects
For more information or to receive an application, please call Judy Waters, Volunteer Coordinator, at (703) 356-4243, ext. 16.
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Courtney Smith
Communications Chair
St. Charles Young Adults
St. Charles Young Adults
St. Charles Young Adults - Building community with those in their 20s and 30s.
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St. Charles Young Adults (CYA) |
COMMUNICATION
Our general email is: young...@stcharleschurch.org
Our webpage is: www.stcharleschurch.org/cya
Sign up for our listserv: http://groups.google.com/group/StCharles-YoungAdults
Young Adults Event Calendar: http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=hls3skdg788o7mudcemhsk86p4%40group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/New_York
Find us on Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/group.php?gid=51895748938&ref=ts
REMINDER: Ash Wednesday is Wednesday, March 9
YOUNG ADULTS PLANNING MEETING
Sunday, February 27
Upper Room
Directly Following 6 PM Mass
Please join us as we discuss upcoming events including Spy At Night, Nationals Game, St. Patrick’s Day Party.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR BINGO AT SUNRISE RETIREMENT HOME
Sundays, Once Per Month
7:30 PM – 9’ish (or earlier)
The Arlington Church of the Brethren is seeking another church to commit to a wonderful little program of outreach right in the neighborhood of the Bluemont Park at the Sunrise Retirement Home. The Sunrise elderly are passionate and thoroughly enjoy playing Bingo with ea. other. This, at first, doesn't sound too important. But when you go and "call" the game for them, you realize how much they look forward to the games. It keeps them sharp, they see each other for a little while after hours, and I have personally grown very fond of them. Please see below to discuss the possibility becoming involved. Contact info below:
Work: 703 739 0696 X 1076
Ho: 703 241 0357 (after hours and on weekends is the best time as I'm usually at work :)
Cell: 571 235 0821
work: rre...@scip.org or rre...@verizon.net
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St. Charles Parish-Wide |
COMMISSIONED BY CHRIST
Banica Mission Trip
July 16-23, 2011
If you are interested in learning more about the Banica mission trip please visit: http://www.commissionedbychrist.org/home/component/content/article/20/115-banica-dominican-republic-july-2011-a or look for announcements during Mass.
2011 WAY Cabaret
Sunday, February 27
7:15pm-8:30pm
Parish Center - Werthmann Gym
Support the high school teens who will attend the Summer Diocesan Work Camp helping to rebuild the homes and dignity of the poor through work and prayer.
DROP IN BASKETBALL
Sundays and Thursdays- Young Adult drop-in basketball in the Gym Sun 4-5:30pm & Thur 8:15-10:15pm. (sc...@sagemi.com)
FREE YOGA CLASSES
Bring your mat and join us in Benedict Hall Wednesday mornings 10-11am and Monday evenings 6-7pm.
FREE ZUMBA CLASSES
Latin American dance/exercise on Wednesdays at 7pm in the Gym.
PARKING FOR WEEKEND MASS AT ST. CHARLES
--GMU has graciously allowed us to use their parking at their building at Kirkwood & Wash. Blvd. for our weekend Masses (only). Enter the surface lot from Kirkwood or enter garage from Wash. Blvd.
--If you park in the Parish lot, you can ignore the “reserved” signs on the weekends.
--Please do not park in fire lanes or block the priest carport
REQUESTS FOR MONEY
St. Charles is a very generous community and because of our location in Arlington we often have individuals come to the Church requesting money for various reasons. If someone approaches you and asks for money while you are here for Mass or other events, please do not hesitate to refer them to our Social Services Coordinator, Jo-Ann Duggan. Her hours at the office are Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays from 11:00 until 6:30 p.m. Thank you.
LOCAL RETREAT CENTER
Did you know we have a beautiful and peaceful Catholic retreat center “in our own backyard”? The Dominican Retreat Center in McLean offers a host of retreats, days of reflection and talks on many aspects of spirituality. They also offer spiritual direction. For more information, visit them at www.dominicanretreat.org or call (703) 356-4243.
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Diocese of Arlington – Young Adult Ministry |
· Join the Arlington Young Adult Ministry Mailing List: http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin/ea?v=001lIzAYwypGmh82b9tg2ZLkA%3D%3D
· Check Out the Arlington Young Adult Ministry on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/arlingtonyoungadult
· Arlington Young Adult Ministry Website: http://www.arlingtondiocese.org/yam/young_adult.php
STUMP THE PRIEST EVENT with fr. chris vaccaro
Tuesday, March 1
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Holy Spirit School (8800 Braddock Road – Annandale) – Meeting Room 2
Join the Holy Spirit Young Adult group for this event. Dinner provided.
Theology on Tap
Mon., Jan. 31st – March 7
7:00 PM (talk begins at 7:30 PM) at Pat Troy's "Ireland's Own"
Join 150-200 young adults for an evening of discussion, fellowship, & faith! Our winter 2011 "six pack" will focus on spiritual realities. Fr. Dan Gee will open on Monday, January 31st with a talk on the Four Last Things. Please join us at 7:00 PM (talk begins at 7:30 PM) at Pat Troy's "Ireland's Own" (111 N. Pitt Street) in Alexandria. More information is coming soon!
YOUNG ADULT HOLY HOUR/VIGIL OF PRAISE
Saturday, February 26th
St. Thomas More Cathedral
Join us for an evening of prayer, wine and cheese social, and line dancing with Margaret Fagan on Saturday, February 26th at St. Thomas More Cathedral (3901 Cathedral Lane) in Arlington! We'll offer confessions by at least 4 of Arlington's finest priests, a reflection, silent time, and worship. Afterward, we'll offer a wine & cheese reception ($10 donation suggested), learn the Watermelon Crawl, Two Step, and more. There will be ample time for dancing throughout. Come worship with friends, enjoy an array of food & wine, and learn a few heel-stomping favorites. Bring your boots! If you don't like to dance, grab some food and pull up a chair. All young adults are welcome.
7 Church walk
Saturday, April 16
The Archdiocese of Washington is hosting the annual 7 Church walk. If you have questions or would like to participate by leading a prayer, contact Kateri Anbrow - K.Sc...@arlingtondiocese.org.
Women's Conference
March 12th, 8:00 AM - 2:15 PM
St. Thomas More Cathedral
The Arlington Diocese's Office for Family Life & the Arlington Diocesan Council of Catholic Women invite all women to our 2011 Women's Conference: Explore the Unique Challenges Confronting Women of Faith, with Helen Alvaré, Associate Professor of Law, George Mason University School of Law - Specializing in Marriage & Family Law; and Theresa Notare, Assistant Director, Natural Family Planning Program, Secretariat for Laity, Marriage, Family Life and Youth, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops! The event runs from 8:00 AM - 2:15 PM at St. Thomas More Cathedral (3901 Cathedral Lane) in Arlington. The cost is $35 by February 10 or $45 after February 10. No registrations at the door. Register online here! For more info call 703-841-2550.
Men's Conference
March 19th
St. Joseph Parish & Hall
The Arlington Diocese's Office for Family Life & the Virginia Knights of Columbus invite all men to our 2nd Annual Men's Conference: Tools for Building the Kingdom with the Most Rev. Paul S. Loverde, Bishop, Diocese of Arlington; Joe Campo, Director, St. Francis Home & C.E.O., Grassroots Films; Art Bennett, President, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Arlington; and Rev. Arne Panula, Director, Catholic Information Center! On the Feast of St. Joseph, Saturday, March 19th, the conference will take place at St. Joseph Parish & Hall (750 Peachtree Street) in Herndon. The conference will be an opportunity for men to reflect on their vocations, gain practical tools to be better Catholic men, be inspired by Catholic speakers, and gather with their brothers in Christ. The cost is $35 before March 1st or $45 March 1st and after. Students may attend at a reduced rate of $25. Clergy may attend free of charge. To register online click here. Questions? Contact Tom O'Neill at 703-841-2550.
Lenten Silent Retreat
April 8th-10th
Join us for a Lenten retreat by Fr. James Brent, OP from Friday, April 8th - Sunday, April 10th, 2011 at our new retreat center in White Post, VA. Retreat themes will focus on winning spiritual battles and overcoming temptations in order to draw closer to Christ. There will be ample time for confession, spiritual direction, and Adoration. Each person will have a private room with a bath. Meals will be provided. The new retreat center is located in Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley, situated on 150 acres of rolling countryside, approximately 65 miles (1 hour) outside the Washington, D.C. Capital Beltway. There is ample space for personal reflection and privacy. The total cost of the retreat is $250 before February 1st and $275 February 1st and after. A 50% deposit is requested to reserve your spot. Registrations are accepted on a first come, first serve basis. For all questions, contact Kateri Ambrow at 703-841-2549. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you there!
PREPARE THE WAY OF THE LORD RETREAT
April 15-17
Bellarmine Retreat Center
Join members of the Holy Trinity Young Adult Community for a weekend retreat. The cost is $100. Questions, contact Beth Schill at ebo...@gmail.com, or see the attached flyer.