As we return from the summer, Archbishop Shelton invites you to get involved in your parish community, the heart of the Church. |
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By Aaron Frazita, Associate Director, Office of Youth and Young Adults
The work of social justice and breaking the cycle of poverty are just two of the many values at the core of our Catholic faith. With this in mind, a group of 8 youth and 5 adults from St. Patrick Church and the Archdiocese of Louisville Office of Youth and Young Adults journeyed on the first international mission experience sponsored by the office. The group traveled to the state of Zacapa, Guatemala where they sought to serve and better understand those who were living on the margins in our world. During the ten-day trip, the group spent time helping to paint and rehab a daycare, built a home from the ground up through its completion for an amazing family of six, and even got to help in the eye glass clinic where around forty people a day received free glasses! It was an amazing, life changing trip that has left an imprint upon all who served.
There are so many stories to share from the trip, but two really explain the heart of what we experienced while we were serving. The first was an individual who came into the eyeglass clinic and was tested and fitted for glasses. Upon receiving them, he proclaimed that he could now finally learn to read because he could never see well enough to do so before.
The second was from one of the adults on the trip. Each morning, the group would gather for morning prayer. The night before a bad storm had come through as we slept safely in our rooms. Each morning, I do my best to check in with everyone on the trip to see how they are feeling, and when I checked in on John, he was a little teary eyed. As I asked how he was doing, he responded, "Great, but I cannot help but think about the family we are building the home for and all those in Pueblo Modelo who had to endure that storm last night." It reminded all of us of how much of a blessing having a safe place from the storm is both physically and spiritually and reminded us of the importance of the work we were doing and how much more there is to be done.
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The Start of a New School Year |
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On the August 2022 episode of the What's New in ArchLou podcast, meet Superintendent Dr. Mary Beth Bowling, as she previews the 2022-23 school year and shares her tips for parents starting a new year.
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New episodes of What's New in ArchLou will be available on the first Tuesday of each month in both video and audio only here. |
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July 20
@ArchbishopFabre:
I enjoyed getting to meet so many of the faithful of the Archdiocese of Louisville at our Regional Welcoming Masses.
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8/27/22 4:15 p.m.
(See link for cost/registration)
9/11/22 Noon
9/28/22 12:15 p.m.
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Resources & Recommendations |
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This month, we're highlighting some helpful and timely resources for Catholics throughout the Archdiocese. We encourage you to check out the resources below.
Archbishop-Emeritus Kurtz Honored by the National Catholic Partnership on Disability
On Saturday, August 27, Archbishop-Emeritus Joseph Kurtz will be honored for his lifelong efforts to ensure that persons with disabilities find a home in the Church and are supported in their vocations. The National Catholic Partnership on Disability will honor Archbishop Kurtz at the Race for Belonging: Catholic Disability Gala at St. Louis Bertrand Parish on Saturday, August 27. The event will include Mass at 4:15 p.m. followed by a tour of the shrine of St. Margaret Costello, the patron saint of disabilities. The gala, including cocktails, silent auction, and dinner, will follow. Proceeds from the dinner will assist the National Catholic Partnership on Disability with its efforts to work with dioceses, parishes, and laity to facilitate the physical access of churches, adaptive faith formation, disability awareness, mental health support, sensory-friendly Masses, and more. To register, go here. Please register by August 15.
New School Year
Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Louisville will begin in the next few weeks. Check out the August 18 edition of The Record for a special back-to-school section.
For those who wish to volunteer for schools, please remember the required safe environment training. If you are new to the process, you must attend an in-person training. Go here for dates and locations. Beginning in 2021, all employees and volunteers who work with children must renew safe environment training every five years. Your parish or school will be in touch with information if you are due to be renewed. You may complete your renewal by attending an in-person session or participating in a virtual option offered by Catholic Mutual.
Liturgical Ministry Training
2022-2023 training dates for new Communion Ministers, Communion Minister Updates, lectors, and many other liturgical ministries have been set. Go here to register.
Masses for First Responders and Those in the Legal Profession
In September, two Masses honoring those in various professions will be held at the Cathedral of the Assumption:
Archbishop Shelton Fabre will preside at the Blue Mass on Sunday, September 11 at noon. This Mass honors first responders.
Archbishop Shelton Fabre will preside at the Red Mass on Wednesday, September 28 at 12:15 p.m. This Mass honors those in the legal profession, including lawyers, judges, paralegals, and clerks.
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