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The REAP Team is pleased to announce the release of Paul Masek's three-part book project Stirring It Up - with a book release party and a free concert featuring Adam Bitter!
 

It is an open house, you can just stop in for a bit, or you can stay for the whole time.

This will be your first chance to buy a copy of Paul's new book project "Stirring It Up", a three-volume set which includes Stirring It Up (practical tips for growing in your faith), All Bottled Up (letters from teens answered) and Stirring It Up More (an audio cd of inspirational tidbits). The cost of this three-volume set is $15.00 - and if you buy it at this event, Paul will give you a free "Stirring It Up" sticker; how cool is that?

Celebrate All Hallows’ Eve with the ancient practice of a candlelight vigil.

This event will include:

• Readings on the Saints
• Chant
• Relics of the Saints
• Party and Treats

A Mass will be offered at 7:00 p.m. in the Abbey Church for any who wish to fulfill their Holy Day obligation before this event.

Candlelight Vigil: 7:45 - 8:45 p.m.
Party: 8:45 - 9:30 p.m.

RSVP: Contact Br. Cassian at brcassian@priory.org with questions or RSVPs for a group.

Are you in your first 3 years of youth ministry?  Are you hungry?  Then why wait?   The Office of Youth Ministry would like to invite you to "Come Have Breakfast!"  Join other youth ministers for breakfast, discussion, fun, and prayer as we come together to support one another in our ministries.     

Do you need  ideas for your prayer nights?  Would you like support in your ministry?  Then this is the place for you! 

John 21:12 will be held on the First Wednesday of the month from 10 am until 12:15 p.m at the Cardinal Rigali Center.

Upcoming dates:  December 5, January 2, February 6, March 5, April 2, and May 7. 

Would you like to celebrate All Hallow's Eve like never before?  Have you ever wondered what the ancient Church practiced?  Well then, we have just the EVENT for you!  All high school teens are invited to join the Benedictine Monks in a candlelight vigil on All Hallow's Eve, October 31, 2007 at the St. Louis Abbey.  The Vigil will be from 7:45-8:30 pm and will include chanting, readings on the saints as well as relics of the saints.  There will a party following the vigil from 8:30-9:30 pm, with refreshments provided.  Holy Mass will precede the vigil at 7pm, open to anyone.  For all those who would like to attend, please RSVP to Brother Cassian at: brcassian@priory.org.  For more information visit:  www.stlouisabbey.org/allsaints. 

The OYM is inviting you (and your adult core team) to join us for a night of food and fun. Our very own Rosanne will be cooking up some great grub. A great chance for you to show St Louis Youth Ministers your great, not so great, bowling skills. Prizes will be awarded for best score and best effort. See you there! Please RSVP by Oct 16th.

When: Saturday, October 21, 2006 @ 7-10pm
Where? Epiphany Lanes, 3164 Ivanhoe St Louis, MO 63139
RSVP: By October 16th to Dan Thraen 314-633-2512 or danthraen@archstl.org

“I wish for my first encyclical to speak of the love which God lavishes upon us and which we in turn must share with others.” How amazing that the first writing from Pope Benedict is on the power of God’s Love. Much of the encyclical has to do with our call to share the love of God that we experience through Christian charity. This summer teens from all over the archdiocese will be challenged to be “feet washers”, humble servants, to give of themselves to people in our community and grow in faith through Project Life.

The OYM has just launched it’s annual Be There campaign. Have you ever wondered how you can “light the way” for the youth of our Archdiocese? Read more to find out how you can contribute to the faith formation of the young people in St. Louis.

You can now DONATE ONLINE! Simple, quick and easy, just click here to find out more.

24/7…..Sometimes as youth ministers that’s what it feels like our work hours are, always on call, always available. Do you ever find yourself stressing out, trying to balance your ministry and your life? Are You Balanced? The OYM wants to help you find the answer to that question. Join us this Tuesday as we bring back the R&R Series.

What does R&R stand for? Resources and Renewal. Gather useful information about Youth Ministry, and have time to be renewed through the Adoration of our Lord.

Who:

Youth Ministers, Core Members, and anyone who works with youth.

When:

• April 11: “Is That Your Final Answer?”

Registration for the two Steubenville Youth Conferences has been incredible! So you saw the numbers at 1770?

Well, due to the unexpected high registration numbers so early, we consulted with the staff at Missouri State University. With their approval we are able to raise the participant numbers to 2000 for the first conference weekend (July 7-9) and 1900 for the second weekend (July 14-16).

So, there’s still space! Add some spots or tell a friend, a parish, and have them sign a group up quick! Check out the Steubenville home page for current numbers.

We are blessed and look forward to hosting you this summer 2006 at the Steubenville St. Louis/Mid-America Youth Conferences!! See you there!

Have you ever considered a job in youth ministry? Are you looking for an opportunity to see what youth ministry is all about and experience first hand the behind the scenes work that goes into a youth event? If you are an OYM internship could be for you. Apply online today for a summer position. Applications are due by February 20.