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St. Leo "Staying Connected" Events - Janaury to April 2012
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TEXT NOTE: Want to receive texts about upcoming St. Leo “Staying Connected” events? We are moving to a new text service. You can text: (in the compose box) @StayingConnected to (in the to: box) 23559 to receive text reminders. Join up now and spread the word to your friends. It’s going to make thing much easier for me to use this service.
Twitter: I started a Twitter account for our Young Adults. Follow us @Leo_Young_Adult on Twitter. Once I get some people using it, I’ll be able to communicate much better with everyone.
Prayer and Study Groups: The following groups are meeting now. If you still want to be a part of any of these groups, please contact John Gencarelli at john@stleo.net for meeting information and to be added to the list. We will always welcome new people.
- Rosary Prayer Group meets at different times. For information, contact john@stleo.net.
- The Lectionary Based Bible Study Group for Men meets every Saturday at Starbucks at 114th and dodge @ 1:30 pm. Contact john@stleo.net to be added to the list to receive the material weekly.
- The Lectionary Based Bible Study Group for Women meets on Tuesday nights at 7:00 pm. E-mail john@stleo.net for information, and to be added to the list to receive the material weekly.
- Freedom to Love Series: Meets once a month on Tuesday nights from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. For information, call John at 402-397-0407
Other Area Events
- Rome and Coke: Doctrine over Drinks meets on Thursdays, 6:30 pm at Barrett's Lounge on 4322 Leavenworth. Come to a low-key atmosphere to discuss Catholic topics, drawing on different and theologically-sound sources such as the Bible, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, encyclicals, and writings of the saints. No prior education in theology needed. Contact: youngadults@archomaha.org for the full schedule.
- Check the Archdiocesan Website for Young Adult events at: archomaha.org/pastoral/youngadult/index.html for many upcoming and ongoing events.
Upcoming Events (this is the latest schedule and some things have changed!)
January 17: “Agape Latte Series”: Freedom to Love! 7:00 to 8:30 pm. Meet in W-4 at St. Leo Church for part 3 of the series, and since several of you missed part 2, I am going to offer part 2 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, then we’ll have our regular meeting at 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm for Part 3. John will provide some desserts and coffee. Remember to bring your workbooks.
January 19th through February 16th (Thursdays) at 2:00 pm or 7:00 pm A Biblical Walk Through the Mass: In A Biblical Walk Through the Mass, Dr. Edward Sri takes us on a unique tour of the Liturgy. Based on the revised translation of the Mass which goes into effect Advent, 2011, this group study explores the biblical roots of the words and gestures we experience in the Liturgy and explains their profound significance. This intriguing look at the Mass is sure to renew your faith and deepen your devotion to the Eucharist. Cost is $20.00 and will take place in 5 week sessions (one hour each week) on the following dates. Please choose which session from below that you would like to attend. You only need to attend one 5-week session. For information and registration, please call Sister Ann Marie at 402-397-0407 or sam@stleo.net.
January 19 – Archbishop Lucas will join us at St. Leo to speak about the Canonization process (how do people become saints) and have a short question and answer session. DON’T MISS OUT. Join the Archbishop from 7:00 to 8:30 pm in the Fireplace room/Gym area.
January 20: Irish Soda Bread season is here. Plan to again enjoy your favorite flavors beginning Jan. 20 and help St. Leo Knights of Columbus reach the 2012 goal of a $10,000 donation to the St. Pius/St. Leo School tuition assistance fund. Thank you in advance for your generous support.
January 23: Young Adult Co-Ed Volleyball at St. Leo Church in the gym from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. I think we have around 8 people that want to play so far, so come join us!
January 26: Rome and Coke: Doctrine over Drinks meets on Thursdays, 6:30 pm at Barrett's Lounge on 4322 Leavenworth. Come to a low-key atmosphere to discuss Catholic topics, drawing on different and theologically-sound sources such as the Bible, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, encyclicals, and writings of the saints. No prior education in theology needed.
February 2: Rome and Coke: Doctrine over Drinks meets on Thursdays, 6:30 pm at Barrett's Lounge on 4322 Leavenworth. Come to a low-key atmosphere to discuss Catholic topics, drawing on different and theologically-sound sources such as the Bible, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, encyclicals, and writings of the saints. No prior education in theology needed.
February 8: Join us at the Icehouse Sports Bar on 108th and Maple Streets from 5:30 to 8:30 pm for ½ price pints and pizza.
February 9: Rome and Coke: Doctrine over Drinks meets on Thursdays, 6:30 pm at Barrett's Lounge on 4322 Leavenworth. Come to a low-key atmosphere to discuss Catholic topics, drawing on different and theologically-sound sources such as the Bible, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, encyclicals, and writings of the saints. No prior education in theology needed.
February 16: Rome and Coke: Doctrine over Drinks meets on Thursdays, 6:30 pm at Barrett's Lounge on 4322 Leavenworth. Come to a low-key atmosphere to discuss Catholic topics, drawing on different and theologically-sound sources such as the Bible, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, encyclicals, and writings of the saints. No prior education in theology needed.
February 17: Lenten Fish Fry Season Begins! Meet at Holy Name Church, 3014 North 45th Street at 6:00 PM. Join us for the fish fry and drinks.
February 21: “Agape Latte Series”: Freedom to Love! 7:00 to 8:30 pm. Meet in W-4 at St. Leo Church for part 4 of the series. John will provide some desserts and coffee. Remember to bring your workbooks.
February 22: Ash Wednesday – Mass times TBA
February 23: Theology on Tap Speaker Series (speakers and topics TBA) at Legends Bar and Grill, located on 102nd and Irvington RD just off the I-680 and Irvington exit. Speaker starts at 7:30; come starting at 7:00 for appetizers and fellowship!
February 24 - March 30: Stations of the Cross on Friday evenings at 5:30 pm in the church
February 24: Lenten Fish Fry – Meet at St. James Church, 4710 North 90th Street, at 6:00 PM. Join us for the Lenten fish fry and drinks.
February 27: Young Adult Co-Ed Volleyball at St. Leo Church in the gym from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. I think we have around 8 people that want to play so far, so come join us!
February 29: St. Leo Generations of Faith Event – “Leap Into The Mass” - open to all ages and families. Join us at 6:00 pm for a light dinner, prayer and an intergenerational night on “Living the Mass”. Join us to learn a more in depth meaning to the Mass and why we do what we do. This is a great way to begin the Lenten season and learn a greater appreciation of the Liturgy.
March 1: Theology on Tap Speaker Series (speakers and topics TBA) at Legends Bar and Grill, located on 102nd and Irvington RD just off the I-680 and Irvington exit. Speaker starts at 7:30; come starting at 7:00 for appetizers and fellowship!
March 2: Stations of the Cross on Friday evenings at 5:30 pm at St. Leo Church.
March 2: Lenten Fish Fry – Meet at St. John The Evangelist Church, 307 East Meigs in Valley, NE at 6:00 PM. To Carpool with others, meet at St. Leo Church at 5:45 pm to drive together. Join us for the fish fry and drinks.
March 8: Theology on Tap Speaker Series (speakers and topics TBA) at Legends Bar and Grill, located on 102nd and Irvington RD just off the I-680 and Irvington exit. Speaker starts at 7:30; come starting at 7:00 for appetizers and fellowship!
March 9: Stations of the Cross on Friday evenings at 5:30 pm at St. Leo Church.
March 9: Lenten Pasta Feed – Meet at St. Pius X Church, 6905 Blondo Street at 6:00 PM. Join us for the Lenten Pasta Feed and drinks.
March 10: St. Leo Women’s Retreat from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm with Sr. Marie Micheletto, RSM. Lunch included @ $25.00. For more information, contact Sr. Ann Marie at sam@stleo.net
March 15: Rome and Coke: Doctrine over Drinks meets on Thursdays. Come to a low-key atmosphere to discuss Catholic topics, drawing on different and theologically-sound sources such as the Bible, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, encyclicals, and writings of the saints. Check the Facebook group at http://www.facebook.com/groups/217074558327416/ for further information and location.
March 16: Stations of the Cross on Friday evenings at 5:30 pm at St. Leo Church.
March 16: Lenten Fish Fry - Meet at St. John the Baptist Church, 215 North 13th Street, Fort Calhoun, NE at 6:00 PM or if you would like to carpool, meet at 5:30 pm at St. Leo Church - Join us for the fish fry and drinks.
March 17: Saint Patrick’s Day – Celebrate with us by helping others. Go to the Ronald McDonald House, 620 South 38th Avenue, to serve dinner to the residents. Emily Howe will be coordinating this event. Please e-mail Emily at howee1212@cox.net or call her at 402-557-6701 if you can help bring food and serve a meal. Afterwards, we’ll go out to a place to be determined that night. All are welcome to help! ***We’ll go to Kilt’s Bar on 114th and Dodge (next to Clancy’s Lounge)*****
March 19-21: St. Leo Parish Lenten Mission. 7:00 pm every night Monday to Wednesday with Fr. Ron Wasikowski.
March 22: Rome and Coke: Doctrine over Drinks meets on Thursdays. Come to a low-key atmosphere to discuss Catholic topics, drawing on different and theologically-sound sources such as the Bible, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, encyclicals, and writings of the saints. Check the Facebook group at http://www.facebook.com/groups/217074558327416/ for further information and location.
March 23: Stations of the Cross on Friday evenings at 5:30 pm at St. Leo Church.
March 23: Lenten Friday Fish – Meet at Mary Our Queen Parish, 3535 South 119th Street, at 6:00 PM. Join us for the fish dinner and drinks.
March 26: Young Adult Co-Ed Volleyball at St. Leo Church in the gym from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. I think we have around 8 people that want to play so far, so come join us!
March 27: “Agape Latte Series”: Freedom to Love! 7:00 to 8:30 pm. Meet in W-4 at St. Leo Church for part 5 (Last Night) of the series. John will provide some desserts and coffee. Remember to bring your workbooks.
March 29: Rome and Coke: Doctrine over Drinks meets on Thursdays. Come to a low-key atmosphere to discuss Catholic topics, drawing on different and theologically-sound sources such as the Bible, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, encyclicals, and writings of the saints. Check the Facebook group at http://www.facebook.com/groups/217074558327416/ for further information and location.
March 30: Stations of the Cross on Friday evenings at 5:30 pm at St. Leo Church.
March 30: Lenten Friday Fish Dinner – Meet at The Dundee Dell, 5007 Underwood Avenue, at 6:00 PM. Join us for the fish dinner and drinks.
March 31: St. Leo Men’s Retreat from 8:00 am to Noon with Fr. Kevin Kersten, SJ - $20.00. For more information, contact Sr. Ann Marie at sam@stleo.net
April 6: Holy Friday Services – Stations of the Cross at noon and Liturgy celebrated at 7:30 pm.
April 7: Holy Saturday: Easter Vigil Mass time TBA
April 8: Happy Easter: Mass times TBA
April 11: Join us at the Icehouse Sports Bar on 108th and Blondo Streets from 5:30 to 8:30 pm for ½ price pints and pizza.
April 12: Rome and Coke: Doctrine over Drinks meets on Thursdays. Come to a low-key atmosphere to discuss Catholic topics, drawing on different and theologically-sound sources such as the Bible, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, encyclicals, and writings of the saints. Check the Facebook group at http://www.facebook.com/groups/217074558327416/ for further information and location.
April 19: Rome and Coke: Doctrine over Drinks meets on Thursdays. Come to a low-key atmosphere to discuss Catholic topics, drawing on different and theologically-sound sources such as the Bible, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, encyclicals, and writings of the saints. Check the Facebook group at http://www.facebook.com/groups/217074558327416/ for further information and location.
April 20: Work Release Program – Meet at 5:30 pm for dinner and drinks at Clancy's Pub NW at 777 North 114th Street in Miracle Hills Square
April 21: Go to the Ronald McDonald House, 620 South 38th Avenue, to serve dinner to the residents. Emily Howe will be coordinating this event. Please e-mail Emily at howee1212@cox.net or call her at 402-557-6701 if you can help bring food and serve a meal. Afterwards, we’ll go out to a place to be determined that night. All are welcome to help!
April 23: Young Adult Co-Ed Volleyball at St. Leo Church in the gym from 6:30 to 7:30 pm
April 26: Rome and Coke: Doctrine over Drinks meets on Thursdays. Come to a low-key atmosphere to discuss Catholic topics, drawing on different and theologically-sound sources such as the Bible, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, encyclicals, and writings of the saints. Check the Facebook group at http://www.facebook.com/groups/217074558327416/ for further information and location.
May 18: Go to the Ronald McDonald House, 620 South 38th Avenue, to serve dinner to the residents. Emily Howe will be coordinating this event. Please e-mail Emily at howee1212@cox.net or call her at 402-557-6701 if you can help bring food and serve a meal. All are welcome to help! ****Afterwards, we’ll all go downtown to walk around the Old Market, see the lights, water fountains, and visit the Urban Wine Company on 11th and Jones in the Old Market.*****
If you have any questions or wish to be a part of the quarterly newsletter, please feel free to contact John Gencarelli
Phone: 402-397-0407
E-mail: john@stleo.net
Website: http://www.stleo.net/young_adult_ministry.php
Facebook - www.facebook.com/stleoyachtclub
There is a new web page on the archdiocesan website dedicated to young adult ministry. It is designed to be a central location for information about all young adult events occurring throughout the archdiocese. Go Here: http://www.archomaha.org/pastoral/youngadult/index.html
If you have any suggestions, please e-mail John Gencarelli at john@stleo.net
Young Adult Ministry: "Staying Connected" Calendar