Nov 24
"Why Does He Do That?" Friday Dec. 3rd @ St. Philip Neri Parish
6:45 pm - 9:30 pm.
Jonathan Phang (Youth Minister at St. Philip Neri Parish) and Bishop Don Bolen presents a special evening open to anyone, but especially for youth in grade 6-12.
Come learn why a priest does what he does during the Mass. What different things mean and some things that may make you grow in appreciation for the Mass and the Eucharist in a new way. Afterwards Bishop Don Bolen will celebrate Mass with youth doing many of the ministries and contemporary liturgical music). We will close the night off with a light snack & social.
No need to pre-register just show up. Special seats for the youth will be saved till 6:55pm so come at 6:45 pm to get yours.
Nov 22
Hey Everyone,
Did you know that this coming Sunday is not only the first Sunday of Advent, but also the beginning of a new liturgical year! Forget Jan 1st, celebrate Liturgical NEW YEARS! As this is not the most normal of celebrations for most people, why not do what the Pope suggests.... pray for Life with the Bishop & Jesus!
Check it out, and hope to see you there with your family and friends! PEACE!
Vigil for All Nascent Human Life, 27 November 2010
To mark the beginning of Advent and preparations for Christmas, our Holy Father Pope Benedict XVI has invited all dioceses, parishes, religious communities, movements and associations throughout the world to join him in a Solemn Vigil for All Nascent Human Life. This will be celebrated on first vespers for the First Sunday of Advent. The vigil is to thank God for the Incarnation of his Son and for the gift of Life, and to ask for the Lord's protection over every human being called into existence.
Pope Benedict XVI will celebrate the Vigil for All Nascent Human Life at Saint Peter's Basilica in Rome on the evening of Nov. 27, 2010.
In the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon, Bishop Donald Bolen will lead a prayer service, followed by Benediction – all are invited to attend:
The Gospel of Life: Prayer service and Benediction with Bishop Donald Bolen
7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 27 @ St. Paul's Cathedral
Nov 12
Hello friends!
I am super excited to share with you news of the next Development and Peace Youth Solidarity Trip, which for the first time in Development and Peace history, will be in the Middle East, specifically to Lebanon in June 2011! The trip will allow us to visit Development and Peace partners who work in the region and to live an incredible multicultural experience – French, English and Arabic.
Attached to this email is the info flyer and application form for the Solidarity Trip, which includes info on the trip objectives, costs, applicant criteria, etc. In early December, five French-speaking and five English-speaking young adult members will be chosen by the selection committees to join the 2 Youth Programs Staff Genevieve Gallant and Marie-Hélène Roy in preparing for the trip.
Please spread this far and wide so as many youth and young adults involved in Development & Peace can receive it in time to apply.
Application deadline is FRIDAY DECEMBER 3rd, 2010.
Any and all questions welcome contact:
OR 416-922-1592 or 1-800-494-1401 ext 230.
Thank you and God bless!
Genevieve Gallant
Youth Programs, Development and Peace
What we would like to do is change the world by crying out unceasingly for the rights of the workers, of the poor, of the destitute... We can throw our pebble in the pond and be confident that its ever widening circles will reach around the world.
Nov 5
Just this past month, we hosted our first annual Bishop's Cup!
This was the brainchild of our Diocese's very own Fr. Kevin McGee with the intention to bring youth and religious together in a spirit of fun athletic competition. The evening began in the chapel of Bethlehem High School with a short prayer and blessing upon all those by Bishop Bolen, before breaking into teams and warming up.
The evening consisted of rotating 4 on 4 games with relgious and young adult leaders mixed in with the youth. After an hour or so youth the youth elected from their midst an all star team to play the priests and seminarians (and a couple young adults to help them out) for the right to lift the Bishop's Cup.
It began as a close encounter but inevitably, the youth pulled away and were victorious. Plans are now in the works to host another competition sometime in 2011, potentially in another sport each season... the priests are pushing for curling! We shall see. In the meantime,
Remember and look forward... http://www.youtube.com/user/ymosaskatoon
Nov 2
SaskCath Youth Ministry Training Workshop: Youth Night 101 - "How to Develop & Lead a Youth Night"
November 20th, 9:30 - 4 PM @ St. Anne's Parish - Cost $10
SaskCath YMT is a new initiative of the youth ministry offices of the province. We will be hosting semi annual training days on various Youth Ministry Topics to equip youth coordinators, volunteers, parents, priests, anyone involved or interested in youth ministry in a parish, school, diocese, or movement. If you have a desire to get involved in Youth Ministry, or are struggling or need a refresher, these are for you! This is a natural follow up to all parents and volunteers who attended our Steps in Faith Town Halls - so take the next step!
Youth Night 101 - "How to Develop/Lead a Youth Night" will explore how to create, implement and facilitate a comprehensive youth night that can be adapted for use with the specific needs of your community. For more info or to register, contact
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