Cathedral Young Adults (C†YA) Newsletter - September 21, 2015
Cathedral Young Adults
Cathedral Young Adults (C†YA) Newsletter
Special Papal Visit Events This Week:
Have you taken the pledge to #WalkWithFrancis?
Papal Parade - Wednesday, September 23rd
Cathedral Young Adults (C†YA) Events
– Social Events –
Cathedral Coffeehouse
Beginning in October - After the 5:30 Mass - Cathedral West Conference Room
Looking for a quick and easy way to learn more about your faith and meet other young adults at the Cathedral? Join us in the West Conference Room after the 5:30 pm Sunday Mass for a new series of Cathedral Coffeehouse! In 20 minutes or less Br. Patrick promises that you will learn something new and have a few laughs. Email stmat...@gmail.com for more info.
C†YA/STAY for Happy Hour
Friday, October 16 - 6 to 9 PM - Madhatter (Dupont Circle)
Join us for the first joint happy hour of the fall at Madhatter! Feel free to bring friends or coworkers, or just come on your own to meet other young Catholics in DC at this joint happy hour with St. Thomas Apostle Young Adults. We have the mezzanine level reserved - just come up the stairs at the back left of the Madhatter when you arrive, and we’ll be at the top of the steps. Email stmat...@gmail.com for more info.
Fall Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, October 24 - All over DC!
Are you ready for our fifth annual scavenger hunt?! Start putting together your four-person team and brushing up on your DC knowledge. More details on the starting point will be available soon -- but we can tell you that prizes and drinks will be waiting for you at the finish line at Fado in Chinatown! Email Brigid (hogan....@gmail.com) for more information!
C†YA for Supper - 175th Anniversary Edition!
Thursday, October 22 -To be determined
This fall we’re celebrating the 175th anniversary of the Cathedral parish with a fancier-than-usual anniversary Supper! Stay tuned for details on the location - or share your favorite classy dinner spot with us at stmat...@gmail.com!
– Spiritual Events –
Mass and Pilgrimage to Papal Parade
Wednesday, September 23 - beginning at 4 AM - various parishes/the National Mall
Join thousands of pilgrims for the motorcade of Pope Francis before he travels to St. Matthew’s Cathedral for mid-day prayer. A ticket is not needed and several parishes in the District are planning sunrise services prior to moving toward the parade route. Jumbotrons will also be available to view other papal events throughout the day.
Take the Pledge to #WalkWithFrancis!
Ongoing in preparation for Pope Francis’ September visit to D.C.
We’re just hours away from the Holy Father’s arrival! Can you pledge prayer, service, or action as part of a commitment to #WalkWithFrancis and welcome the Pope by helping to transform our community? Sign the pledge at: WalkWithFrancis.org
Join the Men's Group for "Priest, Prophet, King" Series
Men of the Cathedral are invited to join the Armory Men’s Group to watch and discuss “Priest, Prophet, King”, a study program by Bishop Robert Barron. Join us for conversation, fellowship, and to grow as men as we reflect on Christ as the ultimate priest, prophet, and king, and how our mission to follow Him shapes our lives as men. We meet every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month at 7:00pm in the Cathedral West Conference Room. The first meeting is October 5th. For more information, please visit www.ArmoryMen.com or contact Mike (m.owe...@gmail.com). As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another! (Proverbs 27:17)
– Service Events –
C†YA at the Catholic Charities Youth Transitional Program
Saturday, October 3 – 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM – 801 East Men's Shelter (2700 MLK Blvd. SE / Anacostia)
The Catholic Charities Youth Transitional Program is a residential rehab program for young men ages 18-24. Join us for a rewarding morning of fun activities and facilitated interaction designed to help the guys develop valuable social and professional skills. The registration link isn't live yet, so please contact Carolyn (cewa...@gmail.com) if you're interested or have any questions.
C†YA at the Northwest Center
Tuesday, October 13 – 6 to 8 PM – Northwest Center (2702 Ontario Road NW / Columbia Heights)
The Northwest Center provides support and comprehensive care that enables women to deliver and care for healthy babies. The Cathedral Young Adults get together each month to sort donations or do odd jobs around the Center.
Email nat...@northwestcenter.net for more information and to sign up.
Service Opportunities at the Cathedral
Serve as a Liturgical Minister at the Cathedral: The Cathedral is in need of liturgical ministers at all Masses, including weekday Masses. Ministers of hospitality (greeters), ushers, extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion, and servers are especially needed. The suggested commitment is one Sunday per month. Contact Deacon Garcia (james.anth...@gmail.com) for more information on expectations and training.
Homeless Ministry: Volunteers are needed to prepare bagged lunches for the poor and homeless who come to the St. Matt’s West Conference Room each Monday morning for food and social services. Contact Olivia or Norma if you would like to provide lunches once a month, every other month, or as a one-time service.
Other Individual Volunteer Opportunities in DC
· You can find additional volunteer opportunities through Catholic Charities using their volunteer portal.
· The Northwest Center seeking Spanish-speaking (both fluent and proficient) volunteers for the pregnancy center’s Step Up program. Pro-life volunteers sought to undergo counseling training with the agency and provide assistance to Spanish-speaking pregnant and parenting women and families through referrals to community resources as well as material assistance. We are looking for volunteers who can commit to weekly or bi-weekly service, Monday - Friday between 9am-5pm.If interested, please contact Natalie Jones (nat...@northwestcenter.net) or call 202-483-7008
· The San Miguel School of Washington DC is launching a young professionals advisory group. San Miguel DC is a Lasallian Catholic middle school serving low-income families by providing a 9 hour school day (until 5pm) and a year-round schedule with small class sizes and intensive tutoring. We continue to provide support to over 170 graduates in high school, college, and the workforce. If you are interested in Catholic education, Catholic Social Teaching's preferential option for the poor, or urban education--this is the group for you! Join us as we network with fellow DC young professionals and spread the word about San Miguel School. Contact Molly O'Connor, manager of outreach and communications for more information (moco...@sanmigueldc.org). To learn more about the school, visit sanmigueldc.org.
· Feeling called to service leadership? Catholic Charities is recruiting a group of energetic reliable volunteers to serve on the Hope Corps Volunteer Committee. Members of this committee would serve as liaisons between Catholic Charities staff, volunteers, and populations served by their events. Members of the Committee must commit to leading 9 service days per year. Contact Carolyn (cewa...@gmail.com) for more information.
A Focused Conversation on Laudato Si
Tuesday, October 6 - 7 PM - Cathedral North Conference Room
Fall Faith Sharing Groups on Laudato Si
beginning in October - Cathedral
Faith Foundations - Sacred Scripture Course
beginning Saturday, October 10 - 10 AM - Cathedral
175th Anniversary Multicultural Celebration
Sunday, October 11 - Cathedral
175th Anniversary Gala
Saturday, October 17 - National Press Club
175th Anniversary Mass and Reception
Sunday, November 1 - 12 Noon - Cathedral
Check out the Cathedral News and Upcoming Events page or download this week’s bulletin for more updates.
Archdiocese Young Adult Events
Follow the Archdiocese of Washington's Young Adult Ministry on facebook (facebook.com/DCCatholic) or Twitter (@DCCatholic) for more events, updates, articles, and inspiration. Sign up here for the weekly DCCatholic newsletter.
DCCatholic Annual YA Kickball Tournament
Saturday, October 31 - 9 AM to 1 PM - St. Bernadette’s (Silver Spring, MD)
Tuesdays Beginning November 3 - 6 PM to 8 PM - Buffalo Billiards (Dupont Circle)
Cathedral Young Adults Mission
The mission of the Cathedral young adult ministry is to support the community of Catholic adults in their 20’s and 30’s who live and work in DC in the continued growth of their faith, discernment of their vocations, and development as stewards of the Church through opportunities for socializing, community service and spiritual reflection.
Website: stmatthewscathedral.org/cya · Facebook: facebook.com/CYAdc
Email: stmat...@gmail.com · Google Calendar: Cathedral Young Adults (C†YA)