UPCOMING EVENTS:

Theology on Tap – Spring Series
Tuesdays, January 24 – February 21, 2012, 6:30–8:30pm
The Backstage Grill, 222 S. Michigan St., South Bend

Join us for a Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith!

Tuesday, January 24 – What is Love? – Dr. John Cavadini
Tuesday, January 31 – God’s Love for Us – Bishop Kevin Rhoades
Tuesday, February 7 – Our Love for God – Dr. David Fagerberg
Tuesday, February 14 – Our Love for Others – Dr. Anita Houck
Tuesday, February 21 – Mardi Gras Party!

More info & recordings: www.diocesefwsb.org/TOT

Contact: Sean Allen – sallen@diocesefwsb.org or 858-354-9006

St. Anthony Young Adult Holy Hour
Wednesday, February 1 & 15, 2012, 7pm
St. Anthony de Padua Church, 2114 E. Jefferson Blvd., SB

The St. Anthony’s young adults invite you to join them on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month for an hour of Adoration before the Blessed Sacrament, including praying the Rosary. Meet in the church at any point. Refreshments provided afterward for time to socialize.

Contact:
- David Byrne – dbyrne@nd.edu or 574-360-7398
- Luke Reilander – lreilander@gmail.com or 734-646-5259

Hospitality at the Catholic Worker
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 10am–1pm
Our Lady of the Road Drop-In Center, 744 S. Main St., South Bend

How familiar are you with the situation of those who struggle to meet their basic needs of food and shelter? Join forces with other local young adults each month as we participate in the Catholic Worker's ministry with the homeless in South Bend. Meet at the Drop-In Center to spend time in conversation with the guests, clean up from breakfast, and occasionally work on facility improvement projects. Wear clothes that can get dirty and consider bringing clothing donations.

Contact: Sean Allen – sallen@diocesefwsb.org or 858-354-9006

Lenten Small Groups
Weekly during Lent 2012

Small groups of young adults gather on a weekly basis throughout Lent to discuss the upcoming Sunday Mass readings. Gatherings will be arranged on various nights and at various parishes depending on the number, availability, and location of the young adults who sign up. If you are interested in participating, sign up by February 15th either at a Theology on Tap session or by emailing which weekday evenings and weekend times would work for your schedule. (A “family version” of the resource can be found on the Diocese of Victoria website.)

Contact: Sean Allen – sallen@diocesefwsb.org or 858-354-9006

PAST EVENTS:

Hospitality at the Catholic Worker
Saturday, January 21, 2012, 10am-1pm
Our Lady of the Road Drop-In Center, 744 S. Main St., South Bend

How familiar are you with the situation of those who struggle to meet their basic needs of food and shelter? Join forces with other local young adults as we participate in the Catholic Worker‘s ministry with the homeless in South Bend. Meet at the Drop-In Center to spend time in conversation with the guests, clean up from breakfast, and occasionally work on facility improvement projects. Wear clothes that can get dirty.

Winter Mini-Retreat
Sunday, January 15, 2012, 1–7pm
St. Francis Convent, 1515 W. Dragoon Trail, Mishawaka

Theme: “Unwrapping your God-given Gifts”
Presenter: Lisa Anderson, M.Ed.
Homilist: Fr. Jim Gallagher, CSC

We are each called by God and gifted in unique ways to joyfully serve Him and those around us. But how do we discern these gifts already within us? Come learn how to unwrap your God-given gifts and begin using them in your life to answer God’s call.

Event includes Sunday Mass and dinner social. For more information, see: www.diocesefwsb.org/retreats

Hospitality at the Catholic Worker
Saturday, Sept 17, & Oct 15, Nov 19 & Dec 17, 2011, 10am-1pm
Our Lady of the Road Drop-In Center, 744 S. Main St., South Bend

How familiar are you with the situation of those who struggle to meet their basic needs of food and shelter? Join forces with other local young adults as we participate in the Catholic Worker‘s ministry with the homeless in South Bend. Meet at the Drop-In Center to spend time in conversation with the guests, clean up from breakfast, and occasionally work on facility improvement projects. Wear clothes that can get dirty.

World Youth Day Pilgrimage
August 10-22, 2011
Lourdes, France & Madrid, Spain

Bishop Rhoades led our group of 120 young adults and teens on the diocesan World Youth Day Pilgrimage. The itinerary included a retreat in Lourdes, France and stops in Loyola and Burgos, Spain prior to WYD events with Pope Benedict XVI in Madrid.

Summer Mini-Retreat – flyer
Sunday, August 7, 2011, 1-7pm
Sacred Heart Parish Center, Notre Dame (off Douglas Road)

Presenter: Bishop Emeritus John M. D’Arcy
Theme: “Prayer: Hearing the Whisper of God in Daily Life”

Why should we pray? Why don’t we pray? What are the obstacles within ourselves and within our culture that make it difficult for us to kneel in prayer and adoration before God? And most important — how do we pray?

Bishop John D’Arcy was born on August 18, 1932, the son of Irish immigrants. He began preparation for the priesthood in September, 1949 at Saint John’s Seminary in Brighton, Massachusetts. He studied in Rome at the Angelicum from 1965 to 1968 and received his doctorate in spiritual theology in 1968. D’Arcy then served as spiritual director and professor of spiritual theology at Saint John’s Seminary from 1968 to 1985. Originally ordained as Auxiliary Bishop for Boston in 1975, Bishop D’Arcy eventually served as the bishop of Fort Wayne-South Bend from 1985 to 2010.

Theology on Tap – Summer Series
Tuesdays, July 19 – August 9, 2011, 6:30pm-8:30pm
The Backstage Grill, 222 S. Michigan St., South Bend

Join us for a Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith!

July 19: “The Hispanic Presence in the U.S. Catholic Church” – Fr. Joe Corpora, CSC

July 26: “Jesus in Islam and Christianity” – Dr. Gabriel Reynolds

August 2: “Welcoming the Revised Roman Missal: Same Mass, Deeper Meaning” – Fr. Tom Jones, CSC

August 9: “Catholicism and War” – Dr. Michael Desch

See the Theology on Tap webpage for more information.

Habitat for Humanity Workday
Saturday, June 4, 2011, 8:45am-1pm
425 W. Madison St., South Bend

Swing a hammer or help with other tasks as young adults from area parishes participate together in a Habitat for Humanity build. No tools or experience necessary! We are limited to 20 people working at the site at one time, so if you are interested in volunteering, RSVP to reserve your spot on the work crew.

Hospitality at the Catholic Worker
Saturday, May 21, June 18, July 16 & August 20, 2011, 10am-1pm
Our Lady of the Road Drop-In Center, 744 S. Main St., South Bend

How familiar are you with the situation of those who struggle to meet their basic needs of food and shelter? Join forces with other local young adults as we participate in the Catholic Worker‘s ministry with the homeless in South Bend. Meet at the Drop-In Center to spend time in conversation with the guests, clean up from breakfast, and occasionally work on facility improvement projects. Wear clothes that can get dirty.

6-Church Passion Walk & Palm Sunday Mass
Sunday, April 17, 2011, 12pm-5pm
South Bend

Bishop Rhoades invites all young adults to join the diocese for this meditative walk and Mass. The journey begins at 12pm at St. Joseph Church, processing to St. Patrick, St. Hedwig, St. Augustine and St. Stanislaus, ending with the celebration of Mass at Holy Cross Church at 4pm. Reception with the bishop to follow.

“Has it been a while…?”
An Opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation for Young Adults
Tuesday, April 12, 2011, 6pm-11pm
St. Matthew Cathedral, South Bend
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Fort Wayne

Prepare for Holy Week by receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation at either end of the diocese. There will be no Reconciliation Service — simply an opportunity to experience the healing power of forgiveness. Many area priests will be on hand.

Hearts on Fire Retreat – Poster | Flyer
April 8-9, 2011, 6:30pm Friday – 6:00pm Saturday
Sacred Heart Parish Center, Notre Dame (off Douglas Road)

Hearts on Fire: Living Faith in Daily Life with the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola A Team of Young Jesuit Speakers A Gathering of Young Adults A Thousand Graces One Heart

If you’d enjoy an introduction to some practical ways of connecting your faith and your everyday life, come join us. Whether you’re new to prayer or are just looking for new ways to pray and live a more meaningful life, this event is for you!

The retreat offers:

• A day and a half of spiritual renewal for young adults
• Insights on how the deepest desires of our hearts lead us to the Heart of Jesus Christ
• An introduction to the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola
• Dynamic presentations from young Jesuit priests and scholastics (seminarians)
• Practical ways to connect faith and daily life
• Mass (meets Sunday obligation) and opportunity for Reconciliation
• Coffeehouse environment with Live Music on Friday evening (no alcohol)
• Free Overnight Accommodations (optional) with breakfast and lunch on Saturday
• Free T-shirt (with registration by April 1)
• Free Childcare (with registration by April 1)

Presented by the Apostleship of Prayer, led by Fr. Phil Hurley, SJ.
Hosted by Diocesan CYAM and the St Pius Young Adults.

Lenten Small Groups
Weekly during Lent 2011

Small groups of young adults gather on a weekly basis throughout Lent to reflect on the upcoming Sunday Mass readings. Gatherings will be arranged on various nights and at various parishes depending on the number, availability, and location of the young adults who sign up. If you are interested in participating, contact sign up by March 4th with the days of the week that you are able to participate.

Theology On Tap – 2011 Spring Series
Tuesdays, February 8 – March 8, 6:30pm-8:30pm
The Backstage Grill, 222 S. Michigan St., South Bend

Join us for a Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20s & 30s, single and married, to share in food, fellowship, and faith!

February 8: Franciscan Spirituality – Sr. Agnes Marie, OSF
February 15: JPII’s “New Evangelization” – Bishop Kevin Rhoades
February 22: Defining Marriage – Fr. Mark Gurtner
March 1: Business for the Common Good – Dr. Carolyn Woo
March 8: Mardi Gras Party!

See the Theology On Tap webpage for more information.

Winter Mini-Retreat – flyer
Sunday, January 16, 2011, 1-6pm
St. Francis Convent, 1515 W. Dragoon Trail, Mishawaka

Theme: Choices, Choices… Discerning God’s Will in Our Lives
Presenter: Fr. Phil Hurley, SJ

From small daily options to life-changing decisions, many people of faith wonder how God can be more of a part of the choices we make. Fr. Phil will share insights from the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola that are as practical and relevant for our lives as they were in Ignatius’ own day. Make the choice to come join us!

Fr. Phil Hurley, SJ serves as the Young Adult Director for the Jesuit’s Apostleship of Prayer national office in Milwaukee. He is no stranger to the field of ministry with young adults, having worked over the years on retreats, conferences, social justice service programs, and several World Youth Day Pilgrimages. Fr. Phil is director of the travelling “Hearts on Fire” retreat program that helps young adults connect their faith and everyday life. A “Hearts on Fire” retreat will be held in our local area on April 8-9, 2011. (see the retreat description further below)

Schedule:

• 1:00pm-1:30pm – Welcome & Introductions
• 1:30pm-3:00pm – Presentation
• 3:00pm-5:00pm – Prayer Time (Adoration and prayer chapels)
  • Optional Activities: Sacrament of Reconciliation, Scriptural Rosary, Evening Prayer, & Small Group Discussion
• 5:00pm-6:00pm – Sunday Mass

Refreshments will be available throughout the afternoon.
Event Cost: $10 ($5 for college students)

Hospitality at the Catholic Worker
Saturday, January 15, February 19, March 19 & April 16, 2011, 10am-1pm
Our Lady of the Road Drop-In Center, 744 S. Main St., South Bend

Snow is falling and temperatures have dropped, making it all the more important to assist those who struggle to meet the basic needs of food and shelter. Join forces with other local young adults as we participate in the Catholic Worker‘s ministry with the homeless in South Bend. Meet at the Drop-In Center to spend time with the guests, clean up from breakfast, and then work on facility improvement projects. Wear clothes that can get dirty.

Annual Right to Life Benefit Dinner
Thursday, November 4, 2010, 6-9pm
Century Center, 120 S. Saint Joseph St., South Bend

Dress up and dine downtown for this annual fundraiser supporting St. Joseph County Right to Life. Enjoy a nice evening out and a presentation on pro-life issues. The keynote speaker is Nikolas T. Nikas, Esq., the President and General Council for the Bioethics Defense Fund. Donate $40/person toward the cause to reserve your seat at our table of young adults.

Dinner Fundraiser for Catholic Charities
Thursday, September 30, 8:30pm-10pm
Texas Roadhouse, 4635 S. Michigan St., South Bend

Dine Texan-style for a great cause with other young adults! Texas Roadhouse will donate 10% of your food purchases directly to Catholic Charities, the social services agency operated by the diocese to assist local people in need. Contact us with any questions, or simply meet at the restaurant.

Catholic Worker Service Day
Saturday, September 25, October 16 & November 20, & December 18, 2010, 10am-1pm
Our Lady of the Road Drop-In Center, 744 S. Main St., South Bend

How familiar are you with homelessness and those who struggle to find shelter? Join forces with other local young adults as we participate in the Catholic Worker‘s ministry with the homeless in South Bend. Meet at the Drop-In Center to spend time with the homeless guests, clean up from breakfast, and then work on whatever facility improvement projects are ready. Wear clothes that can get dirty.

Rosary for Life with Bishop Rhoades
Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 6pm
2010 Ironwood Circle, South Bend

Pray the Rosary with our bishop for the end of abortion. Meet each other near the outskirts of the crowd or call either Michael or Angela to locate the group. This is the kickoff event for the 40 Days of Life campaign in South Bend, which runs through October 31. The vision of the campaign is to access God’s power through prayer, fasting, peaceful vigil, and community outreach to end abortion. For more information see the website: www.40daysforlife.com/southbend

Summer Mini-Retreat – flyer
Sunday, August 8, 2010, 1pm-6pm
St. Francis Convent, 1515 W. Dragoon Trail, Mishawaka

Join us for this opportunity of prayer, quiet, and inspiration at the beautiful convent and grounds of the Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration – a wonderful place to get away from the busy-ness of daily life and focus on your relationship with God.

Theme: Walking the Spiritual Journey
Presenter: Fr. David Mary Engo, FFM

Fr. David is the Superior of the Franciscan Brothers Minor, a religious order that moved into our diocese with Bishop Rhoades. These Franciscans take their vow of poverty very seriously – walking everywhere possible, going barefoot unless the situation requires sandals or boots, owning nothing, relying solely on food donations for meals, and simply wearing their brown habits year round. Fr. David worked for 3 years with young adults at St. John the Evangelist Parish in Philadelphia, where he was Co-Director of the Catholic Underground ministry, formed houses of discernment, and led retreats, Bible studies, a pro-life group, and outreach to the poor/homeless.

Schedule:

• 1:00pm-1:30pm – Welcome & Introductions
• 1:30pm-2:30pm – Presentation
• 2:30pm-5:00pm – Prayer Time (Adoration, chapels, grotto, hiking trails)
  • Optional Activities: Reconciliation, Divine Office, Rosary & Small Group Discussions
• 5:00pm-6:00pm – Sunday Mass

Refreshments will be available throughout the afternoon.
Event Cost: $10 ($5 for college students)

Habitat for Humanity – Construction Workday
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 9am-12pm
2205 W. Irvington Ave., South Bend

Swing a hammer or help with other tasks as young adults from area parishes participate in a Habitat for Humanity build. Our group will be doing the “pre-build” for the Women’s Build house, which from that time onward will be worked on only by groups of women. We’ll construct basement walls and construct the main floor of the house. No tools or experience necessary!

Theology On Tap
Tuesdays in June at 6:30pm
The Backstage Grill, 222 S. Michigan St., South Bend

2010 Summer Series: “The Church & Society”

• June 1: The Church & The Priesthood – Fr. Stephen Koeth, CSC
• June 8: The Church & Science and Technology – John O’Callaghan
• June 15: The Church & Reproduction – Lisa Everett
• June 22: The Church & Politics – Fr. Daniel Scheidt

See the diocesan Theology On Tap webpage for more details.

Catholic Worker Service Day
Saturday, May 22, June 26, July 24 & August 28, 2010, 10am-1pm
Our Lady of the Road Drop-In Center, 744 S. Main St., South Bend

Join forces with other local young adults as we participate in the Catholic Worker’s ministry with the homeless in South Bend. The Catholic Worker invites any and all young adults to come share in the labor. Are you able to help out? Meet at the Drop-In Center to spend time with the homeless guests, clean up from breakfast, and then work on whatever facility improvement projects are ready. Wear clothes that can get dirty.

Lenten Faith-Sharing Groups
Weekly during Lent 2010

Small faith-sharing communities of young adults gather on a weekly basis throughout Lent. Meetings are in the evening on Mondays (St. Joseph, SB) and Thursdays (St. Pius X, Granger) as well as a family group meeting on Sunday mornings with their children (St. Pius X, Granger).

Chrism Mass
Monday, March 29, 2010, 7:30pm
St. Matthew Cathedral, South Bend

Bishop Kevin Rhoades invites the diocese to attend this Mass during which he will consecrate the Sacred Chrism, bless the Oil of Catechumens and Oil of the Sick/Infirm, and distribute them to all of the local parishes of the diocese for use over the following year.

We need help with hospitality for this event and are looking for 6-8 young adults to serve as greeters and ushers. Volunteers would need to arrive by 6:30pm. If you are able to help, please let us know right away!

Annual Bishop’s Retreat for Young Adults
Friday-Sunday, April 9-11, 2010
Potawatomi Inn, Pokagon State Park, Angola, IN

The theme for this year’s retreat is “In the Meantime… Trust!” See the retreat page for more details.

Marriage & Communication Seminar
Sunday, February 28 – March 7, 2010, 4:30-7pm
St. John the Evangelist Church, 109 W. Monroe, Goshen

Join us for a fun, humorous, and thought-provoking evening as we discuss how to enrich communication with your spouse, speak each other’s love languages, and actively resolve conflict in order to increase the level of intimacy and oneness experienced in your marriage.

This lively, two-part seminar is hosted by young adults of St. John the Evangelist in Goshen and is open to all couples who have experienced the sacrament of marriage. It will be held on Sundays, February 28th and March 7th from 4:30 to 7 PM in St. John’s church basement. Refreshments will be served, and babysitting is available.

World Youth Day – Info Session
Thursday, March 4, 2010, 6:30pm
St Pius X – Holy Cross Room, 52553 Fir Road, Granger

Bishop Rhoades invites all Young Adults in the diocese on a pilgrimage to WYD from August 10-22, 2011. The pilgrimage includes a private retreat in Lourdes, France and other stops prior to WYD events and Mass with Pope Benedict XVI in Madrid, Spain. All participants must be between the ages of 16-35 at the time of the trip. Attend this info session to receive brochures and valuable details about preparation, funding, and travel requirements.

Winter Mini-Retreat
Sunday, January 17, 2010, 1-6pm
Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, 1515 W. Dragoon Trail, Mishawaka

Join us for an afternoon of prayer, inspiration, and quiet.

Topic: Faith and Reason in Today’s World and How do we bring Christ to it?
Presenter: Fr. Glenn Kohrman, Pastor of St. Vincent Parish, Elkhart

Schedule:

• 1:00pm – Gather & Introductions
• 1:30pm – Speaker
• 2:15pm – Personal Prayer
• 4:00pm – Small-Group Sharing (optional)
• 5:00pm – Sunday Mass

Refreshments will be available throughout the afternoon.
Event Cost: $5.00

Vesper Service with Bishop Rhoades
Tuesday, January 12, 2010, 7pm
St Matthew Cathedral, 1701 Miami Dr., South Bend

Our new bishop, Bishop Kevin Rhoades, will pray Vespers (evening prayer) with the local community at the co-cathedral in South Bend. He will be officially installed as our bishop the following day at the co-cathedral in Fort Wayne. Come pray together and meet Bishop Rhoades at the reception immediately afterward. Arrive early to get a seat and look for Sean and Maria to sit as a group.

Theology of the Body Series for Young Adults
Mondays, January 11 – February 8, 2010, 7-9pm (5-wk series)
St Joseph Parish Center, 211 N. St. Louis Blvd., South Bend

When it comes to relationships, the secular world tells us that men are from Mars and women are from Venus. What does our Catholic faith say? Discover the teaching of Pope John Paul II’s “theology of the body” and the compelling truth behind the Church’s teachings on marriage and the family, chastity, contraception, homosexuality, celibacy, and the purpose of human life. This 5-week series is for all local young adults, married and single.

Dr. Mary Healy’s book, Men and Women are from Eden, will guide our discussions. Books can be purchased for $10 at the sessions.

Series Syllabus
Session #1: Intro & Chapter 1 – Notes
Session #2: Chapters 2 & 3 – Notes
Session #3: Chapters 4 & 5 – Notes
Session #4: Chapters 6 & 7 – Notes
Session #5: Chapters 8 & 9 – Notes

This event is co-hosted by the diocesan Campus & Young Adult Ministry, the Office for Family Life, and St. Joseph Parish.