YAM January Newsletter

In this issue

Cocktails After Mass

Social Committee Meeting

Praise & Adoration

MOLA Service

Philosophy Forum

Book Club

Upcoming in February

Spiritual

Praise & Adoration

Friday, Jan. 21st | 7:30pm

On Friday, Jan. 21, spend time with our Lord in praise and adoration in the main church. We'll spend the first 15 minutes in silent adoration, and then our musicians will lead worship in song. The hour will conclude with benediction.

Per Archdiocese rules, no food or drinks are currently allowed at church gatherings due to the spread of Omicron. Therefore we will not be having drinks downstairs afterward. Instead we'll head to some local spots nearby for fellowship.

*Want to sing/play an instrument with us? Come to the church an hour early (6:30pm) to run through the songs with the music team! Or contact Eric Nyberg on Facebook.*

Social

Cocktails After Mass

Sunday, Jan. 16th | 6pm-9pm

Join us for drinks and fellowship after the 5 p.m. Mass! On January 16th we will gather in the back of the Church after 5pm mass and head over to Side Street Saloon (1456 W George St, Chicago, IL 60657) for drinks and apps. Side Street is a cash only bar, but there is an ATM in the establishment.

Stay, mingle and have some drinks with St. Al's YAM Community. All are welcome! This is a great opportunity for new young adults to meet others in the young adult community and for people to mix & mingle in a laid back atmosphere. Hope to see you there!

*Please note: due to the city's recent vaccine mandate, you must be vaccinated to enter bars and restaurants

YAM Social Committee Meeting

Wednesday, Jan. 19th | 7pm-9pm

Are you interested in learning more about the social pillar and what we do? Do you have an idea for an event we could do? Are you looking to get involved with planning, volunteering and running some of our events? Social Committee is a great way to get plugged into the community, learn and have a voice in what we are going to do, and meet amazing fellow friends. All are welcome! We are looking forward to meeting you!

Come join us to discuss and plan upcoming St. Alphonsus YAM social events for the community. We will meet at Will's Tavern (3030 N Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60657) and discuss and brainstorm over drinks & dinner:

- Frequency of YAM Social Committee meetings

- Recap past months events

- Finalize planning for current month, next big event

- Brainstorm next two months ideas!

Service

MOLA Renovation

Saturday, January 29th | 9am - 12pm

Come with us to Mission of Our Lady of the Angels as they finish up their renovation projects in their school! We will be helping them with moving, filling dumpsters, and whatever else they need help with! Many hands make light work!

If you are in need of a ride or have any questions, please reach out to Mary and Rese at stalsyamservice@gmail.com. Thank you and we will see you then!

Intellectual

Philosophy Forum

Tuesdays

Join us on Tuesdays in the St. Alphonsus rectory for weekly philosophy discussions and digging deeper into the greatest thinkers of all time. Get in touch with our YAM Intellectual chair, Ephrem, at ephrem.shaffer@gmail.com for more information.

Book Club

Wednesdays | 6pm

Our parish has a group of intellectual avid readers who love our Catholic faith and learning more about life through the great works. They meet every Wednesday at 6pm, either in-person in the rectory or on ZOOM. For more information, contact Book Club coordinator Leora at lwallac2@alumni.nd.edu.

Small Groups

If you are interested in leading (either by yourself or with another person) or joining a small group, please contact our Small Group Coordinator, Katie Haggerty, at katie.ha ggerty13@gmail.com.