"SHARE THE JOY" CHRISTMAS DRIVE
DROP OFF DATE: Drop off gifts at Pax Christi, at doors 1 and 3 in the designated bins, by Sunday, December 10.The Twelve Baskets Ministry invites you once again to “Share the Joy” this holiday season! As we take time to count our many blessings and give thanks, may we also remember that so many of our brothers and sisters, including children, are living in great need. Here at Pax Christi we have many wonderful opportunities for giving - St. Stephen’s Men's Shelter, Kateri House, Blessed Kateri’s Faith Formation Children, Little Earth Seniors, and Risen Christ School are returning again. We will also be partnering with St. Andrew’s Lutheran here in Eden Prairie to support the “Holiday Store” hosted by the Center for Changing Lives in the Phillips neighborhood.
Sign-up displays will be in Dorothy Day Social Hall following each Mass through December 9/10. Please stop by to chat with a Twelve Baskets Minister to learn about the many creative opportunities to participate. We look forward to another wonderful season of “Sharing the Joy!”
COMPASSIONATE CARE LISTENING CIRCLE
Thursday, November 16, 3:00–4:30pm RSVPThe Compassionate Care Listening Circle gathers on the third Thursday of each month, and is open to anyone who finds themselves at a crossroads in life. The listening circle provides a safe place for reflection and meaningful conversation as one strives to find an awareness of God in the face of life challenges. These challenges can include loss, caregiving responsibilities, mental illness, grief, chronic illness, or any life transition. In this small group setting we will have time for ritual, prayer, and sharing around a monthly topic. For more information, or if you would like to join this group, contact Jean Thoresen, Director of Care and Support Ministry, 952-405-7211, or jthoresen@paxchristi.com.
INTERFAITH CIRCLE THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION
Building a Global Community, Saturday, November 18, 6:30pm, St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 13600 Technology Drive, Eden PrairieJoin the multitude of faith communities represented within the southwest metro as we give thanks and celebrate our commitment to building a healthy, loving, diverse global community that lives in harmony. Anyone wishing to join the planning team contact Shari Steffen, sharisteffen@hotmail.com, or call/text 612-616-5779.
LIVING RADICAL HOSPITALITY: HONORING THE WORLD DAY OF THE POOR
Sunday, November 19, 12:30–2:00pmGuest speaker Frank Cordaro is a peace activist and co-founder of the Des Moines, Iowa Catholic Worker group. He frequently attends protests and gives lectures at school and community events in Nebraska and Iowa. Frank frequently participates in peace rallies involving civil disobedience. He has been sentenced to at least eight six-month terms in federal jail for trespassing onto military bases and federal buildings during demonstrations, most often at Strategic Air Command at Offutt Air Force Base near Omaha, Nebraska. He was awarded the Peace Abbey Courage of Conscience Award in November 1990. Frank will share with us his life experience in the Des Moines Catholic Worker Community.
PAX YOUTH WAYFINDERS: FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN
Friday, December 1, 6:00–9:30pm, dinner location TBD9-12th graders are invited to join the Wayfinders (Pax Christi's high school service group) for an evening of meal-packing at Feed My Starving Children in Chanhassen! We will gather for dinner at 6:00pm before heading to FMSC for our 8:00–9:30pm packing shift. Earn service hours if you need them, and spend some time gathered in community with other youth from Pax Christi! Space is limited and online registration is required at link above. Bring money for dinner and a donation to FMSC.
TWELFTH ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE
Saturday, December 2, 9:00am–3:00pmStart your holidays in style at our annual boutique and bake sale! This shopping extravaganza is for the whole family. It will feature a variety of handcrafted items from over 50 quality crafters and artisans, a bake sale, and luncheon. Come and shop for the perfect holiday gift for everyone on your list. This event is free, and there is plenty of parking available. Don't miss out on this annual holiday tradition!
ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAKE SALE: BAKED GOODS NEEDED
Saturday, December 2, 9:00am–3:00pmBake your favorite cookies, breads, pies, and bring them to the bake sale. Proceeds benefit our youth! Baked goods can be dropped off at the church in Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Room 111, in the lower level, on Friday, December 1, 4:00–8:00pm, or Saturday, December 2, 7:30–8:45am.
SHARING YOUR GIFTS: AN INDOOR LABYRINTH WALK
Tuesday, December 5, 6:30–8:30pmHas anyone ever said to you “You are amazing! You’re so good at that!” Their comments caught you by surprise. After all, you were just doing what comes naturally. Knowing our gifts is one of the most precious gifts we can give one another. Bringing attention to who we are allows us to share our gifts more often. Walking the labyrinth can hone our attention. The labyrinth is a place of meditation and prayer. It’s a powerful way to deepen our understanding of who we are and how best to share our gifts. An introduction to the labyrinth will be available for those new to the labyrinth. Contact Carrie Chevalier Mosher at Carrie@cycleofwholeness.com to register.
FEAST OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF MARY
Holy Day Mass, Friday, December 8, 8:30amThe Church acknowledges Mary as the ultimate example of faithfulness and discipleship. She is God’s handmaid, a model of faith for all Christians to follow.
HONORING OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE
Saturday, December 9 at the 5:00pm MassAll are invited to honor Our Lady of Guadalupe at our second annual Pax Christi celebration. After the Saturday 5:00pm Mass, Pax Christi’s Latino community will serve a home-cooked Mexican meal. The fiesta will include mariachis, a piñata, and artwork honoring Our Lady. Mexican sweet breads will also be served following the 9:00am and 11:00am Masses on Sunday, December 10. All are Welcome/¡bienvenidos a todos!
CHRISTMAS CAROLING AT LOCAL CARE CENTERS
Sunday, December 10, 2:00–4:00pm, Dietrich Bonhoeffer Room 111Come join the fun and brighten the day for our senior friends and neighbors. Faith Formation and Care and Support Ministries are joining together to go Christmas caroling and distribute handmade cards at local senior care centers. Singing on-key is optional! Songbooks provided. ALL ages are welcome. You provide your own transportation for this event but all care centers are close by and you will be grouped with other joyful singers. Creative holiday attire is encouraged! Meet at 2:00pm in Room 111 (park in the lower level parking lot by door 6). We’ll return to Pax Christi for hot chocolate, cookie decorating, and an opportunity for a family photo. It’s important to RSVP online by December 6 so we can plan for an adequate number of care centers to visit. Questions? Contact Jean Thoresen, 952-405-7211, or jthoresen@paxchristi.com, or Renee Dignan, 952-405-7212, or rdignan@paxchristi.com.
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BOOMERS AND BEYOND EVENT: CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
Saturday, December 16, 11:15am–2:30pmAs we remember the true meaning of Christmas, the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ, the Boomers and Beyond cordially invite you to our Christmas Celebration for members and guests. There will be entertainment by the NOTEable Singers, a women’s show choir based in Bloomington, Minnesota and a traditional meal of ham and all the fixings. As a bonus, there will be a drawing for door prizes after the entertainment. You must be present to win. The fun will end around 2:30. The NOTEables have been entertaining audiences with song and dance since 1974. With their wide range of repertoire and energetic choreography, they are sure to delight any audience. Check-in starts at 11:15am with lunch in the Hall of Martyrs at 11:45am. Registration of $15.00 for Boomers and Non-Boomers must be received by December 6. Register online with a credit card or drop off payment with Maria Miller in the parish office by December 6.
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