Scripture- the Living Word of God

Sunday's Mass on our CA Retreat

Brothers and sisters:Hope does not disappoint,because the love of God has been poured out into our heartsthrough the Holy Spirit that has been given to us.For Christ, while we were still helpless,died at the appointed time for the ungodly.Indeed, only with difficulty does one die for a just person,though perhaps for a good personone might even find courage to die.But God proves his love for us in that while we were still sinners Christ died for us.How much more then, since we are now justified by his Blood,will we be saved through him from the wrath.Indeed, if, while we were enemies,we were reconciled to God through the death of his Son,how much more, once reconciled,will we be saved by his life.Not only that,but we also boast of God through our Lord Jesus Christ,through whom we have now received reconciliation. Romans 5:5-11

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CA 29- Courage!

This past weekend we had a beautiful retreat at Village of Mount Zion Retreat Center in Fort Valley Virginia. We experienced all night Eucharistic adoration, a Eucharistic procession, excellent talks from our teens leaders and we even went on a hike with Fr, Avelino! This was an amazing experience for all. The theme of our retreat was COURAGE. It took courage for our teen leaders to give their testimonies, it took courage to hike to the top of the mountain, and it takes courage to proclaim our faith in Jesus Christ boldly from the rooftops. We learned that this virtue and all virtues are gifts from the Holy Spirit. Thanks to all of the adult volunteers who supported us. You Rock! See future posts for more stories and pics.

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Almost time for the CA retreat ....woo hoo!

Have you sent in your registration form for our CA retreat yet?

Christian Awakening #29

Dates: October 31st- November 2nd
Cost: #120.00

Registration due: October 24th

If you have, here is what you need to know:

We will leave the Fr. Meyer House on Friday, October 31st at 3:00pm.

We will return to St. Martin’s Church Hall on Sunday, November 2nd at 7:00pm There will be a dinner and presentation for all teens and family members in the Church Hall from 7:00- 9:00pm. Parent cooks welcome.

Please bring:

sleeping bag
pillow
comfortable and modest clothing

(you will need hiking shoes and weather appropriate clothing for being outdoors)
shoes for hiking
coat
toiletries
medication (if you need prescription or over the counter medication,

please give this to Erin with a note from your parent)
Bible

rosary
an open heart!

Please do not bring:
any electronic items (you will not have cell phone reception at the retreat center

and ipods will absolutely not be allowed)



watches or other time pieces
alcohol, tobacco, or other illegal substances

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Mark Your Calendars....

Courage...I love you this much!

"Be on your guard, stand firm in the faith, be courageous, be strong.

Your every act should be done with love." 1Corinthians 16:13-14

CA #29 High School Youth Retreat

October 31st- November 2nd, 2008

- Registration will open soon so keep checking back for more information!

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look out, tupac!

In a really, really weird way, the video below kinda summarizes our C. A. #28 Retreat experience. Enjoy!

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A Weekend of Mystery

I'd like to tell you the story of some very funny....very mischievous teenagers who embarked on a journey to play pranks on their poor...innocent youth minister this weekend....a.k.a ME! In a game-like fashion they secretly hid my toothbrush in the gazebo, my shoes in the chapel, my hair gel in the refrigerator, and my pillow in Rogerio's cabin! As in all good mysteries, the hooligans left me clues; hand- written in red ink.... leading me on an adventure to find my missing belongings. I found the toothbrush, hair gel, shoes and pillow, but guess what else was missing......my mattress!!! Now....I would like to know how a group of teenagers can pick up a mattress and hide it....without me noticing! Way to go guys....this was a good one! It seems that everyone was in on it....even our adult volunteers. Late Saturday night, my mattress reappeared and all was well that ended well.

So why do I tell you the story of my incredible plight? Well you see.....since our return, my coat has been missing....and well, I am beginning to wonder where I'll find the next clue....

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C.A. Retreat Countdown: 17 Days!

What's up?

Are you looking for more information about our

CA Retreat?

Then, you've come to the right place!

Christian Awakening Retreat #28 (a.k.a. CA #28)

Who: All High School Youth Invited!

When: December 7th, 8th, and 9th

Where: Our Lady of Mattaponi Retreat Center

Cost: $90.00 (limited scholarships available)

Deadline to Register is November 30th

*Registration forms and money can be turned in at the parish office during business hours or on Friday nights at youth group.

*We will meet at the Fr. Meyer House at 4pm on Friday, December 7th. We will be traveling by bus to the retreat center. A light dinner of pizza will be available before boarding the bus. Please remember that you are encouraged to bring snacks for the weekend...see our list of things to bring.

*We will return on Sunday, December 9th for the 5pm Mass. All parents and family are invited to attend this Mass with us. A potluck dinner and special presentation for the families will follow the Mass in the school cafeteria. All parents are invited to this as well. Parent cooks are appreciated.

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C.A. Retreat Planning Afoot

Adult and teenage organizers are industriously planning the Christian Awakening 28 (C. A. 28) Retreat as I write.


















The Christian Awakening Retreat is an old St. Martin's youth group tradition. Email Erin or call her at 301-990-8303 for more information.

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