.JPG) | Theotokos - 2/2/2012
Sponsored by the Vocation Director, Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis
THEOTOKOS introduces its new format for 2011-2012!
New schedule of four nights:
October 20, 2011
December 1, 2011
February 2, 2012
April 12, 2012
Theotokos is the name the Church gives to Our Lady, Mother of God. Mary is not only the archetype of the union with God to which all men and women are called; she is also the archetype of the personal dignity of women.
High school women in grades 10, 11, and 12 are invited for a meal at 5:30 p.m. in Koch Commons followed by lively discussions led by UST Catholic college women students on the dignity, charism, and vocation of women in the Church and in today's culture, following the model of Mary the Mother of the Redeemer.
Evening Prayer at 5 p.m. at St. John Vianney, followed by procession.
Mass at 7:30 with Team Vianney participants and university students ends the evening.
Departure by 8:30.
Call the Vocation Office 651-962-6890 with any questions.
|  | N.E.T. Lifeline - ''Who Will God Raise Up?'' - 2/4/2012
Offered by N.E.T. Ministries and the Vocation Office
N.E.T. Ministries hosts Catholic teens Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012, for a high-energy event. With us for this great evening is our very special guest Archbishop Nienstedt. He will be joined by Fr. Troy Przybilla from the Archdiocesan Vocation Office. We especially welcome a great team of priests, religious Brothers and Sisters from various Religious Orders around the country.
The time is now as the modern world awaits the emergence of a handful of spiritual heroes and heroines who will serve the Church as Priests, Religious Sisters and Religious Brothers. Those specially called as witnesses of hope to a world in desperate need of the Good News. The question is not, Will God raise up great men and women for the Church’s mission? The question is, Who will God raise up?
And the answer is: those you least expect.
Mass is at 6 p.m. with the archbishop. Doors open at 5:30 and event ends at 9:30. NET Center, 110 Crusader Ave. W., West St. Paul; 651-450-6833. Check out www.netusa.org.
A free-will offering is suggested.
|  | Vianney Visit -- a chance for young men to sample college seminary life - 2/9/2012
Offered by the Saint John Vianney College Seminary
The Vianney Visit is a chance for young men (high school sophomores through college; ages 16-22) to see what life at a College Seminary is all about. During your visit, you'll attend classes at the University of St. Thomas. The visit starts on Thursday evening, Feb. 9, and includes Mass, daily prayer and hanging out with our current seminarians through Saturday, Feb. 11, at 11 a.m. when it ends.
Vianney Visits are free, but space is limited. Register today at http://www.vianney.net/visitvianney.aspx.
Please bring a sleeping bag and pillow.
Vianney Visits are held at Saint John Vianney Seminary, located on the campus of the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN.
If you have questions, contact Mary at 651-962-6825.
|  | Come and See Weekends - 2/10/2012
Offered by the Handmaids of the Heart of Jesus
Spend a weekend with the Handmaids, learning about their life and spending time in
prayer—daily Mass, adoration, and the Liturgy of the Hours.
When: 3:30pm Fri. Feb. 10 to 1pm Sun. Feb. 12 OR 3:30pm Fri. March 23 to 1pm Sun. March 25
Where: Holy Trinity Convent in New Ulm
Who: Young women ages 18-30
Contact: Sr. Regina Marie (507)276-9128 handmaids1@gmail.com
“Remain in my love. I have said this so that my joy might be in you
and your joy might be complete.” ~John 15:9,11
|  | Operation Andrew Dinner - 2/20/2012
Offered by the Vocation Office
Priests and Brothers of the archdiocese invite Catholic men, age 16 to 35, to Evening Prayer and dinner on Monday, February 20, at 6 p.m. with Archbishop Nienstedt where they will give witness to how they heard God's call. The event concludes by 8 p.m.
Dress code for men is “business casual,” that is, slacks (Dockers are fine, but not jeans or shorts), shirts with collars (polos or ironed shirts, not T-shirts), ties optional.
If you are interested in participating in this event, contact the Vocation Office at 651-962-6890 or stpaulvocations@10000vocations.org. Reservations are needed ONE WEEK in advance.
|  | Visiting Women's Communities of Faith - 2/25/2012
Offered by Benedictines, Franciscan Poor Clares, School Sisters of Notre Dame, and Sisters of St. Joseph
Visiting Women's Religious Communities
Saturday, February 25, 2012, 8AM to 6:30PM
Visit four different religious communities to meet, learn, share meals, and pray with Catholic Sisters. We will visit local communities of Benedictines, Franciscan Poor Clares, School Sisters of Notre Dame, and Sisters of St. Joseph. Carpooling will be arranged.
For more information or to register, contact Sister Jill Underdahl, CSJ, at celeste@csjstpaul.org or call 651-696-2873.
http://www.csjstpaul.org/celeste_visiting_womens_communities.aspx
|  | Miryam Dinner - 3/1/2012
Offered by the Vocation Office
Religious Sisters and priests of the archdiocese invite Catholic women, age 16 to 35, for Evening Prayer and dinner with the Bishop Piche on Thursday, March 1, at 6 p.m.and describe how they heard God's call. The event concludes by 8 p.m.
The dress code for women is skirts or dresses or slacks (no jeans or insufficient-coverage tops), as are appropriate and modest for a casual dinner with these hosts.
If you are interested in participating in this event, please contact the Vocation Office at 651-962-6890 or stpaulvocations@10000vocations.org. Reservations are needed no less than ONE WEEK in advance.
|  | Adult Women's Discernment Retreat in LaCrosse, WI - 3/9/2012
Offered by the Sisters of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George, LaCrosse, WI
Adult Women's Discernment Retreat
WHO: Women between the ages of 18 and 25 who are interested in spending time with the Lord, seeking his will regarding their vocation in life.
WHEN: Friday, March 9, 4:00 pm - Sunday, March 11, 11:00 am
WHERE: Mater Redemptoris House of Formation; 3730 East Avenue South; La Crosse, WI 54601
COST: $25.00
The retreat is a time of prayer for young women seeking to know God's will for their life. There will be times of communal and personal prayer, conferences on topics related to discernment and informal conversation centered on finding one's vocation in life. Daily Mass and Confession will be available in the convent.
WHAT TO BRING: Bible, rosary, notebook and pen are helpful.
WHAT TO WEAR: Slacks or skirts and nice blouses are recommended for times of formal
prayer in the chapel. Jeans, sweats, etc. may be brought for free time.
In order to REGISTER, go to http://materredemptoris.blogspot.com/p/adult-discernment-retreat.html.
|  | Spring Into Service with the Little Sisters of the Poor - 3/15/2012
Single, Catholic, college-age women from anywhere in the U.S. are welcome to seek volunteer placements during spring, fall, or winter breaks, or possible paid employment and a live-in experience during summer service placements. No nursing experience required.
This is an opportunity to experience service to the elderly poor, prayer, and Community life in a faith-filled Community of women Religious.
SPRING, FALL, OR WINTER BREAKS: Schedule your stay with us according to the dates of your school break. You are responsible for transportation to the airport, train or bus station closest to the home where you will be serving. We will provide transportation from there to the home, and free room and board during your stay. You will volunteer in the direct service of the elderly, according to the needs of the home and
your interests. You will be encouraged to participate in our prayer life and in a variety of activities in the
home, sharing in the life of our LSP family. You must have some form of health insurance.
SUMMER SERVICE: All of the points above PLUS: The option of paid employment is open to those who wish to commit to at least six weeks of service. if you choose this option, you will be required to undergo a background check and pre-employment screenings, according to the requirements of the home where you will serve. We try to send at least two young women together to the same location to foster a positive community experience.
SERVICE LOCATIONS: We have homes for the elderly in 30 locations across the United States. Overseas placements are also possible. A list of available locations and positions will be sent to you with the application.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications for spring, fall or winter break are accepted at any time. For the summer program applications must be received by March 15, with notification of placements by April 1.
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|  | High School Girls Retreat in LaCrosse, WI - 3/18/2012
Offered by the Sisters of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George, LaCrosse, WI
The Sisters of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George invite high school girls to a retreat during Lent.
WHO: Girls ages 14 - 18, who are still in high school and are interested in making a serious retreat to discern their vocation in life
WHEN: Friday, March 18th, 4:30 pm - Sunday, March 20th, 11:00 am
WHERE: Mater Redemptoris House of Formation; 3730 East Avenue South; La Crosse, WI 54601
COST: $25.00, includes meals.
This is an opportunity for high school girls to experience Religious life "up close." Visiting with the Sisters, participating in community prayers, listening to stories about the life, and learning about the variety of Communities in the Church today, young women can learn about this ancient form of life with a group of others who are at the stage of "learning about it." Attendance does not imply that a girl is in the discernment process. This is a weekend just to find out what the life is all about.
WHAT TO BRING: Bible, rosary, notebook and pen are helpful
WHAT TO WEAR: Slacks or skirts and nice blouses are recommended. There will be times of formal prayer in the chapel. Jeans, sweats, etc., may be brought for free time.
In order to register, please fill out forms on Web site: http://materredemptoris.blogspot.com/p/adult-discernment-retreat.html.
|  | National Vocation Awareness Week - 1/9/2012
Offered by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Focus on Church Vocations Jan. 9-14, 2012
Explore http://www.foryourvocation.org/ for videos and vocation information for all kinds of Church vocations.
|  | Team Vianney - 2/2/2012
Offered by Saint John Vianney College Seminary
TEAM VIANNEY introduces a new format for 2011-2012!
Four big nights:
October 20, 2011
December 1, 2011
February 2, 2012
April 12, 2012
Team Vianney is a Catholic movement of college men and senior high school men (9th thru 12th grade) in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis at the Saint John Vianney College Seminary (UST, St. Paul campus). It takes courage to follow Jesus. Dedication. Leadership. Vocation. If you've got what it takes, come to Saint John Vianney College Seminary, beginning at 5:00 p.m. for supper with college seminarians, a dynamic talk on our Catholic faith, and participate in an energetic Mass with seminarians and university students.
Contact the SJV office at 651-962-6825 or sjv@stthomas.edu with any questions.
|  | Cor Jesu for Young Adults - 2/3/2012
Offered by the The Saint Paul Seminary
Eucharistic Adoration, Confessions, contemporary worship music, and fellowship with other young adults, college-age and older, at Saint Mary's Chapel in the Saint Paul Seminary at 8:00 p.m.
Cor Jesu is held on the first Friday of every month during the academic year, except January and Holy Week. The 2012 spring semester schedule is as follows:
Feb. 3
Mar. 2
Apr. 20
May 4
summer hiatus
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