e-Focus December 2006 Issue

December 2006

Inside this issue:

Each year at Christmas we celebrate the birth of Jesus not only 2,000 years ago but also now, TODAY! Throughout this issue are some excellent opportunities for you to celebrate Jesus in 2007.

Merry Christmas

and Happy New Year

from the

Youth and Young Adult Ministry and CYO Office

of the Diocese of Cleveland!

Calling those in their 20s and 30s I was hungry and you gave me food, thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me… Did you know that Catholic Charities welcomes more than 175 families into the greater Cleveland area every year? We need young adults (19 – 39) like you who are gifted and capable of helping these families settle with the basics of life to have a chance to live the American dream. Consider joining with young adults who are determined to make a difference as we welcome refugees into our diocese. Contact Anne Mengerink at 216-939-3735 or aemengerink@clevelandcatholiccharities.org to join an adventure that will change your life!

Young Adults in the City – Cleveland Food Bank(20's and 30's) Young Adults are invited to volunteer with the Cleveland Food Bank on Sat. Feb. 10th from 8-Noon. We'll be sorting or repacking food in their warehouse. To register, please call Laura (216-228-9516) or e-mail to 2006yaic@gmail.com or pekelly@clevelandcatholiccharities.org

This event is sponsored by the Youth & Young Adult Ministry and CYO Office of the Diocese of Cleveland.

Faith Formation: an opportunity to listen, share and grow in faith – We also laugh a lot too! Are you looking for something to do for LENT to learn more about your Catholic faith? Then join our six-week Faith Formation Series beginning Monday, February 26 at St. Noel's in Willoughby Hills (East Side) or St. Charles in Parma (West Side). This program provides an opportunity for faith sharing and reflection with others your age! Click here for registration form. For more information please call Paul Kelly at 216-334-1261 x28 or pekelly@clevelandcatholiccharities.org or Michelle Lantos at 330-998-4436 or michelle91270@yahoo.com

March 10-2007 Catholic Leadership Conference for those in their 20s and 30s Come to learn how to start or enhance young adult (20s and 30s) activities, programs and leadership at your parish. Contact Paul Kelly at 216-334-1261 x 28 or pekelly@clevelandcatholiccharities.org

YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY VISION STATEMENT

We recognize and celebrate the vital role women and men in their 20s and 30s, single and married, play in the church and the wider community. We connect young adults with Jesus Christ, with the church and its mission, and with other young adults through:

Training and resources to those who minister with young adults in parishes, young adult organizations, and other institutions; and...
Direct diocesan programs and services.

Visit us on the web: www.clevelandcyo.org or www.clevelandcatholiccharities.org/yyam-cyo