OEM September 2019 Community Newsletter

Here are the latest opportunities to strengthen your faith and connect with the community.

Almost 200 people attended the the Culture & Faith event at St. Michael the Archangel, Glen Allen, to Celebrate Asian Catholics.   The gathering attracted both the youth and seniors from many ethnic backgrounds. There were performances from the following communities; Latino, Indian, Vietnamese and Filipinos. The Asian Ministry appreciates the diversity in our community and the importance to embrace the culture of encounter. For more information Click Según el Papa Francisco: "todavía es necesario ampliar los espacios para una presiencia femenina más incisiva en la Iglesia" (EG 103). Boston College ofrece una formación continua de reflexión y discernimiento de la presencia de las mujeres en la vida y misión de la Iglesia de hoy. El curso es gratuito y comienza el 9 de septiembre de 2019 hasta el 14 de octubre de 2019. Informacion del curso: Clic Para inscribirse: Clic Para más información y notificaciones Clic

To find out about exciting events happening in the Office of Black Catholics Click Catholic architect Erik Boostma, a former parishioner of the Diocese of Arlington who now works and lives in Richmond, has designed a new shrine dedicated to St. Kateri Tekakwitha in Gallup, N.M. For more information Click

Our Intercultural Leadership Formation Certificate Program is under way. I n response to the increase in diversity in our Parishes, the Catholic Diocese of Richmond in partnership with the University of Dayton has developed a program to educate and develop present and future Intercultural Parish Leaders. 33 people have registered to gain a certificate in Missionary Discipleship Ministry. We ask that you pray for the success of the participants in achieving this program.

Upcoming Events

Culture and Faith Celebrating Native American Spirituality 'From the Root of Jesse' Come join us for an overnight retreat on September 6th - 7th, 2019 at Comboni Sisters Mission Center 1307 Lakeside Ave, Richmond, VA 23228 For more information Click

Youth Encounter We invite the youth between the ages of 13 and 18 to join us for a day of encounter. The day will be filled with fun activities, meeting new people and making a positive difference. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden 1800 Lakeside Ave. Henrico, VA 23228 September 28, 2019 7:30 am to 3:00 pm For more information Click We are ONE in the Spirit! The Holy Spirit is our Inspirer. He works through the artist to express each brush stroke.   OneWe Follow Up Join us for an evening of Cultural Encounter September 13, 2019 at 6pm At Muse Paintbar Willow Lawn, 1601 Willow Lawn Dr 830, Richmond, VA 23230 For more information Click

Save the Date

Simbang Gabi Opening December 14, 2019 at 5:30pm At Church of Resurrection, Portsmouth More details to follow

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