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 Faith Formation News:

Upcoming Faith Formation Classes:

August 29                     Grades Pre-School – 12

September 5                 No Classes – Labor Day Weekend

September 12               Grades Pre-School – 12

September 19               Grades Pre-School - 12

Faith Formation Classes have begun!  If you have not yet had the opportunity to register your child there is still time.  We offer faith formation class for all children in grades Pre-School (age 4 by August 22) thru grades 12.  Please call the Faith Formation Office if you have any questions.

Catholic CDs – The August CD from Light House Media is available in the back of church and Faith Formation Center.  You will find a small display of some Catholic CDs by Light House Media.  These CDs are a gift from a parishioner.  They are great for continued Faith Formation and can easily be slipped into your car cd player or listen at home.  These cds will be updated from time to time and are a gift to you or when you are finished bring it back and let someone else benefit from it.  If you have any questions or comments please call the Faith Formation Office.

Monday Morning Bible Study – “Revelation: The Lamb and the Beasts” – Our Monday Morning Bible Study will not meet this Monday.  Our next class will be on Monday, September 20^th.  All adults are welcome to join us at anytime!

Catechumenate Process (RCIA) – On Wednesday, September 15^th at 7:00 p.m. in the Faith Formation Center we will begin our journey with those who would like to find out more about the Catholic faith and those interested in becoming Catholic.  This process is called the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults.  We will meet on Wednesday evenings 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.  If you or someone you know is interested please contact the Faith Formation Office.

Men’s Group Gathering – The Men’s group will meet on Sunday, September 12^th at 7:00 p.m. in the Faith Formation Center.  All men of the parish are welcome to join us!

Celebrating a Marriage?  Are you planning a wedding or anticipating a wedding in the Catholic Church?  Be sure to check out the website http://www.foryourmarriage.org/interior_template.asp?id=20399044  for 10 great tips for planning a Catholic wedding ceremony.

RCIA - The weekly Rite of Christian Initiation sessions meet on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. in the parish hall.  For more information, please call John Jacobi at the Faith Formation Office at 364-6173. 

Youth News:

The Pope’s Web Page!  The Vatican’s newest webpage is designed to bring Pope Benedict’s messages to the youth of the world.  Check it out at www.pope2you.net

Jr. High Jamboree will be on Saturday, September 18^th for anyone in grades 6-8 at St. Mary in Lanesville.  We will meet here at St. Michael’s at 12:45 p.m. and should return by 10:00 p.m.  The keynote speaker will be Sarah Bauer who is a nationally known Catholic musician and speaker who inspires and challenges young Catholics through her music.  There will also be great breakout sessions, games, and a dance.  The cost of the day is $25.00, which includes the cost of the jamboree, a t-shirt, and pizza for supper.  The deadline to sign up is Wednesday, September 8^th.

Youth Activities Team – We are presently forming the Youth Activities Team for the coming year.  All high school youth in grades 9-12 are invited to be a part of the team that is responsible for planning many of the youth ministry activities that are held.  If you would like to be a part of the team please contact John in the Faith Formation Office.  Our first meeting will be Sunday, September 12^th at 7:00 p.m. in the Faith Formation Center.

Young Adult News:

Marriage 101 - So you popped the big question and she said, “Yes!”  Now what?  The New Albany Deanery is hosting a Marriage 101 day of reflection at Mt. St. Francis at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 18.  This all-day marriage preparation event is designed to help engaged couples learn the tools and skills needed to build a happy, life-long marriage.  For more information, contact Marlene Stammerman at 812-945-200 or marlene@nadyouth.org, or download a registration form at www.nadyouth.org.  Registration deadline is September 13.

Headed off to College?  If you have a son or daughter in college please make sure that we have a current address and email address for them.  Please call the Faith Formation Office with the information.  Thanks for helping stay in touch!