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Friends,
As summer draws to a close and the fall comes to us, we pray that you are rested. We hope that this summer has been beautiful for you in whatever way you needed it. If this has been a difficult summer, we pray that Jesus is changing you through it and bringing you new life in Him.
We are so excited to end our Theology on Tap series with some great music from local Catholic artists and with Jesus Himself in the blessed Sacrament. We hope to see you and your friends here at the center! Thanks to all who hosted this summer for all they did to build community in such a needed time!
PS: we are hiring a new Consultant for Campus Ministry to the College of DuPage and Elmhurst University. Please check it out and spread the word!
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” – Mt. 11:28
Praying for each one of you,
The YAM team: Drew and Yazmin
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Theology on Tap - 2021 Summer Series Finale
We are celebrating the end of our Theology on Tap summer series with this amazing finale event!
- Open to all young adults (18-39) in college, married, single, catholic, or otherwise!
- Live performances by Mandala and Joe Bartley.
- Eucharistic Adoration and reflection by Fr. Steven Borello
- RSVP today! https://bit.ly/36TQdEB
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Samuel Group - Few spots left!
Samuel Group is a community where young adults can learn how to make decisions according to God’s will. Participants learn how to live in the freedom of a relationship with Christ and how He calls each person to their unique vocation and mission in His church.
The first Samuel Group session will be on September 19, 2021 and there are only a few spots left. Register now!
Click here for details or download the program brochure here.
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Trivia Night
Friday, August 6 | 7:30pm
Join L'Alto Young Adult Network to Trivia Night for charity! Young adults ages 18-40 are invited to make a team of 4-6 people, individuals will be joined to make teams. Beer, wine, water, pop, and snacks provided. Winners will choose which approved charity proceeds are donated to. Register here
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¡Vamos al Picnic!
Saturday, August 7 | 12pm
Latino Young Adult Network is having a Welcome Back Picnic! Join them for great food and a game of soccer! They will be at Camp Bullfrog in Willow Springs. Bring your friends and family!
Click here for details.
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Summer Swing Dance
Saturday, August 7 | 6pm
Inviting all young adults (age 18+) to join Sts Peter and Paul Young Adults for a fun evening of swing dancing! Dancers of all skill levels are invited, with or without partners. Don’t know how to dance? No problem! Matt Mordini from Theology of Dance will start the evening with a lesson. Click here for details
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Disc Golf
Saturday, Aug 7 at Noon
Join St. Walter's Young Adult Ministry for a fun day of fellowship and a friendly game of Disc Golf at Clark Park in Elk Grove Village. Click here for details
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Bags Tournament
Friday, Aug. 20 | 5:30pm
Holy Trinity Young Adult Ministry is holding a bags/cornhole tournament! Entry fee is $10 per person so grab your best throwing partner or sign up as a free agent and we'll pair you up. There will be a cookout as well - hope to see you there! Facebook event
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Brushfire: Eagle Eye Ministries Retreat
Sep. 10-12, 2021
Eagle Eye is excited to invite you to its first young adult retreat for the Chicagoland area! Led by Fr. Joseph Mary Brown of the Community of St. John, our weekend will include Mass, Adoration, Confession, Intellectual Formation and a bonfire. Spend time in prayer, reflection, and fellowship while opening your heart to God’s rich and endless mercy. Details and registration
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Women's Gathering
Wednesday, Sep. 15 | 6:00pm
Join the Nashville Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia for a women's vocation night! Single women age 18 and over are invited to gather for a meal & conversation, followed by prayer & reflection. Hosted by Rev. Steven Borello, Vocations Director.
Click here to register.
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CONFERENCES AND VIRTUAL GATHERINGS
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Webinar: Getting Ready for the New Normal: Preparing for Ministry Changes Post-Pandemic
Wednesday, Aug. 11 | 1:00 PM
As we prepare for ministry post-virus, important issues to consider include: What will the new normal be? And, is returning to normal even really what we want? What are the impacts on youth and young adults from the pandemic that we need to consider in our planning? Register here.
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Discern 2021
September 17-October 1, 2021
You are invited to apply to participate in FTE’s DISCERN 2021: Called to Ministry. This two-week virtual experience. This online gathering is an opportunity for YOU to make connections and discern how YOU can make a difference in the world through Christian communities. Click here for info
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We're Hiring: Campus Ministry
We are looking for a Independent Campus Ministry Consultant to provide direct ministry at Elmhurst University and the College of DuPage for the upcoming academic year. If you or someone you know is interested, click here.
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The Pope Video
Social Friendship:
Let us pray that, in social, economic, and political situations of conflict, we may be courageous and passionate architects of dialogue and friendship, men and women who always hold out a helping hand, and may no spaces of enmity and war remain.” (video)
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Your Stuff is Holding you Back
Poco a Poco Podcast
Ever try to connect with the person right in front of you… but he or she is staring at a phone, totally preoccupied? You want to jump in and say, “Look up! Look at me.” Listen to the podcast by the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal on YouTube and Spotify.
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Healthy Planet, Healthy People Petition
Catholics worldwide to listen to Pope Francis and act out our faith. Go to thecatholicpetition.org ! Sign the Healthy Planet, Healthy People Petition asking world leaders to take action for God’s creation in 2021.
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