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Youth Ministry News for November 2017
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"Do not be called 'Master'; you have but one master, the Christ. The greatest among you must be your servant. Whoever exalts himself will be humbled; but whoever humbles himself will be exalted."
We have just celebrated a time of remembering those that have gone before us. In earlier days, the beginning of November was called "All Hallowtide," consisting of the feasts of All Saints and All Souls. On All Saints Day, we look to those who followed Christ's example and have been welcomed into eternal life. All Souls Day gives us a time to pray for those who are undergoing a time of preparation to enter into heavenly glory. I think a good line of distinction between these two groups is how well they exemplified the verse above (taken from the upcoming Sunday Gospel). Those who humbled themselves in this life, as Jesus supremely humbled Himself, are exalted in the next. Those Holy Souls in Purgatory are likewise being humbled and purified so that they can enjoy God's Presence for all eternity. May we pray to be more humble in this life, so as to experience communion with our exalted Lord, Jesus Christ, in the next!
Below you'll find a listing of the things that are in store for our middle school and high school students this month of November. I hope that you will be able to join us for some of these offerings. May God richly bless you!
In Christ,
Bradley Barnes, Coordinator of Youth Ministry
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First Fridays (All Grades)
This month's
First Friday Youth Night will be held on
November 3rd from
6:30-8:30 pm. These events happen monthly and begin with a communal meal (grill-out this month!) that leads into games, fellowship, and prayer.
Weather permitting, we'll have a bonfire & pumpkin roll (so bring your old jack-o-lanterns!
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"Awake" (All Grades)
On
November 10th, the Archdiocese of Cincinnati is presenting
"Awake" - a high energy rally for all Catholic youth in grades 6-8. It will be held at Good Shepherd from
4:30 - 9:00 pm.
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Middle School Ministry
The November event for Grades 6-8 will be a
Turkey Bowling Competition! It will be held at the Guardian Angels on
Friday, November 17th from
7-9 pm. Youth are asked to bring canned food to donate to the less fortunate.
Note: this is a change from the scheduled "Night at the Seminary."
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High School Ministry
November's
High School Gathering will include Evening Prayer, activities, group discussion, and more. It will be held on
Sunday, November 19th from
7-9 pm in the Youth Room.
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Upcoming Events
- Friday, Dec. 1st - First Friday Youth Night (All)
- Saturday, Dec. 2nd - "GAudeo! Advent" Retreat (MS)
- Saturday, Dec. 9th - Encounter Cincinnati (HS, Offsite)
- Friday, Dec. 15th - Guadalupe Night (MS)
- Saturday, Dec. 16th - SVDP Christmas Food Pantry (All)
- Dec. 16-17 - Winter Retreat (HS, rescheduled)
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Volunteers NEEDED!
Youth Ministry will only be able to continue offering events for students with many helping hands - especially as we enter retreat season!
The link below will receive updates throughout the year with opportunities to assist us. Please consider giving your time to help grow these ministries to our youth!
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GA Fathers Team
If you are a father at Guardian Angels, then there is a community designed to support you in building up the "domestic church" which is your family! Join the men of GA for an hour of prayer, scripture, catechism, song, and large and small discussion groups.
All fathers are welcome! You may join at any point throughout the year.
This Month's Topics:
Nov. 3rd - Wholesome Family Entertainment
Nov. 10th - Forgiveness
Nov. 17th - "Am I Doing my Fair Share?"
Nov. 24th - The Relevancy of the Catholic Faith in Today's World
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Youth Ministry Notes
- Cincinnati Right to Life is hosting the annual Pro Life Saver 5k Run & Walk on the morning of Saturday, November 4th at Lunken Airport Playfield. Youth Ministry participants are highly encouraged to join and participate as teams or individuals!
- The parish is looking for students in grades 6-12 (as well as family members) to assist the parish's St. Vincent de Paul Society in running their Thanksgiving Food Pantry on Saturday, November 18th from 9:30 - 11:30 am in the Undercroft. Contact Bradley if you or your family would like to help.
- Youth Ministry has begun using a texting service designed for educators called "Remind." If you would like to have a number added in to this optional line of communication, please contact the Youth Ministry Office or click on this link to add a number or email address.
- There are limited spots currently being filled for a trip to the 2018 March for Life in Washington, D.C. The trip will last from January 18th (evening) - 20th (morning), and the cost is $150 per student in grades 8-12. Contact the Youth Ministry Office to reserve a spot today!
- Don't forget to stop by any Thursday afternoon for Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, starting with Family Rosary at 3:00 pm. Volunteers from from different grades and families will assist in leading throughout the months ahead!
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Other Parish Announcements
- Vocations Awareness Week is November 5th - 11th. Look for the fun cutouts in the Gathering Space at Sunday Mass, and be sure to pray for vocations to priesthood, religious life, chaste single life, and marriage throughout the week! The parish will have two other public opportunities for prayer in the form of a Holy Hour for Vocations from 8-9 a.m. on Wednesday, November 8th, and a Family Rosary for Vocations at 3 p.m. on Thursday, November 9th.
- There are tons of free resources on Formed.org! Just go to their website and make a free account with our parish code 4EVXRB
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