THIS Saturday, January 20, 6:00–9:30pm

Shared Ministry Celebration with Archbishop Hebda

An adult-only Minnesota Mardi Gras evening of fun and frolic beginning with Mass celebrated with Archbishop Hebda at 5:00pm.  After Mass, we will continue celebrating all of Pax Christi’s Adult Shared Ministers with appetizers, desserts, soda, beer, music, and plenty of opportunities for conversation, mingling, and fun. If you are an adult member of Pax Christi and are committed to sharing your gifts of time, talent, and treasure with this community, you are invited to attend. We are all DISCIPLES ON A MISSION, and this event will help us celebrate the myriad ways each of us has responded to that call. No RSVP is needed, just come and join in the celebration! For those who might need childcare, the nursery will be available. Please make reservations via www.paxchristi.com/childcare.

SOCIAL JUSTICE SPEAKER SERIES

Transforming Your Life, Parish, and the World through Laudato Si: On Care for Our Common Home with guest speaker Marybeth Lorbiecki
Sunday, January 21, 12:30pm, Room 212
They say each generation tries to pass on a better future for their children. However, right now that can be hard to envision. Many things seem to be in a kind of chaos, from national and international politics, to the many climate-related disasters and refugee crises, to the challenges of our youth and takeover of virtual reality, to the cover-up’s and scandals within the Catholic Church. It can be hard to see hope for a better future — or even a stable one. And yet, Pope Francis brings us back to the beginning of creation where God brought life and beauty and abundant life out of chaos in the acts of creation, acts that God invites us to join into even now. Scripture and Christ’s own presence have been giving us pathways to deep full lives filled with hope and beauty and love, and now scientific and social discoveries have been confirming these ways of thinking and acting. The encyclical Laudato Si describes this transformative path of joy and love that St. Francis knew and followed, and Pope Francis puts it in terms of our own lives today, citing the Scripture and the science and the ways we can break out of the boxes that hem us in and make us less than we can be. Marybeth Lorbiecki takes us from where we are to where we can be, individually and together, by exploring the vivid ways of Laudato Si, with stories of hope, science, and Scripture.

EXPLORING MIGRATION: A FAITH JOURNEY

Eight sessions beginning Sunday, January 21, 6:30pm, $18 per person
Exploring Migration: A Faith Journey, invites participants to formulate a personal response, inspired by their Christian beliefs, to the 21st-century reality of migration. The module is designed for small groups of 8 -12 and explores some of the central questions related to the reality of migration on a global level and in the U.S. context. The sessions provide historical, biblical, and theological perspective and suggest ways participants can take faithful action for God’s people. Join us for these eight sessions at 6:30pm: January 21, 28; February 25; March 4, 18, 25, April 15, 22. The cost is $18.00 Scholarships are available. Contact Joan Howe-Pullis with any questions, jhowe-pullis@paxchristi.com.  CLICK HERE to register online now.

CHURCH OF ST. EDWARD 

WOMEN OF FAITH MISSION TRIP MEETING

Monday, January 22, 7:00-9:00pm, Church of St. Edward Room 200
You are invited to join the Church of St. Edward’s 16th Annual Mission Trip to The Teresa Toda Home in Azua, Dominican Republic, in July 2018. This trip is for women over 18 and mother-daughter pairs for daughters over 14. We have openings from July 7 through July 15 and July 14 through July 22 for travelers interested in sharing a spiritual experience with young women and girls from another country. Our camp theme is 'Women of Faith.' We study bible stories, play music, make crafts, perform skits, and do other activities. We pray, exchange stories, share love, and spend time with the girls. Through the activities the girls at The Teresa Today Home learn English, enjoy crafts, and build self-esteem. Each trip is deeply touching and spiritual. Special gifts you share are kindness, Spanish skills, crafting and beading talents, or your professional experience (esp. healthcare, tourism, retail, scientists, government, education, and other industries). Over five Pax Christi parishioners have joined past trips, and one is already signed up for this year! Please contact Ann McGuire, 952-239-3488, or e-mail annnmcguire@gmail.com to RSVP to our kick-off meeting. Ann and past travelers will be there to give an overview and answer questions.

ANNUAL CANA DINNER: A NIGHT IN THE TROPICS

Saturday, January 27, 6:00–9:30pm, $75 per couple
Tired of the cold? Make it your mission to escape to “A Night in the Tropics.” Warm breezes welcome all couples, of all ages, to the annual Cana Dinner. The evening begins with a hosted wine reception, followed by a Fabulously Catered festive dinner. Following dinner, enjoy coffee, wine, and dessert while you are entertained by Stan Bann, host of the always popular "The Not-So Newlywed Game." A couples photo op will be offered during the evening, so be sure to dress up – cruise wear is encouraged!  The ticket price includes a hosted wine reception, dinner, dessert, entertainment, couple's photo, and loving childcare, which should be arranged online at www.paxchristi.com/childcare. CLICK HERE to register online now!

MIRIAM DINNER

Tuesday, February 6, 6:00–8:00pm,
Church of the Holy Cross, 1621 University Avenue NE, Minneapolis
The Miriam Dinner, hosted by Archbishop Bernard Hebda, is an event for women, ages 16–35, who are discerning consecrated life. It is typical for women discerners to be accompanied by their Pastor, Consecrated Religious, or Youth Minister. The evening begins with prayer, followed by dinner with consecrated women sharing their vocations testimonies. Register online before February 1 at www.10000vocations.org. Questions? Please email patty.mcquillan@stthomas.edu or call the Office of Vocations at 651-962-6890.

MIDDLE SCHOOL MOVIE EVENT

Saturday, February 10, 1:00–3:00pm, John XXIII Garden Level
All 6–8th graders are invited to join us for an afternoon movie on February 10! Bring your friends and meet in the John XIII Room (formerly the Garden Level). We'll vote on the movie that day, and pizza will be provided. There is no fee, but registration is requested. CLICK HERE to register online now.

VALENTINES AND POETRY: 

A LABYRINTH WALK OF LOVE
Monday, February 12, 6:30–8:30pm       RSVP
A Labyrinth Walk of Love is about creating and expressing love through poetry. Bring an open heart, your own poetry or be inspired by the poetry provided. Walking the labyrinth quiets the mind, opens the heart and grounds the body. Some find answers to questions long asked, some find healing, creativity, a sense of wholeness. Join us for a brief workshop followed by an indoor candlelit labyrinth walk. An introduction to the labyrinth will be available to those new to the labyrinth. To register, contact Carrie Chevalier Mosher at Carrie@cycleofwholeness.com. Carrie is a Veriditas Advanced Labyrinth Facilitator and Personal Life Coach.

WOMEN’S DISCERNMENT RETREAT 

WITH BISHOP COZZENS

Saturday, February 17, 8:00am–3:30pm, 
Maternity of Mary Catholic Church, St. Paul
Join us to gain a deeper understanding of consecrated life! Bishop Andrew Cozzens will celebrate Mass and speak on consecrated life. The retreat is for single Catholic women, ages 16 to 35. The retreat day will include consecrated women sharing their vocation stories, along with many opportunities for discerning women to chat and ask questions. Discover the steps of discernment, learn more about yourself, and listen to God speak to your heart. Retreat fee is $20. Scholarships are available, if needed. Register online by February 9 at www.10000vocations.org.

SOUTHWEST GRIEF COALITION

Mondays, 5:30–7:30pm, through February 19
at Immanuel Lutheran Church
16515 Luther Way, Eden Prairie, MN 55346
The Southwest Grief Coalition is a partnership of local churches working together to provide support and education for those who are grieving. A seven-week winter series, Living and Growing Through Loss, will be held here at Immanuel Lutheran Church. The evening will include a light meal at 5:30pm, followed by speaker, and then small group supportive sessions specific to your type of loss. If you or someone you know has suffered the loss of a loved one, you are invited to participate. There is no cost to attend and you do not need to attend all sessions. For more information, look for the winter 2018 Living and Growing Through Loss brochure in the kiosk by the reception desk or visit www.paxchristi.com/bereavementministry. Questions can be directed to Mary Ann Callahan, 952-405-7227.

BOOMERS AND BEYOND RETREAT

Toward the Spirituality of Joy, Wednesday, February 21,
9:00am–2:00pm, Franciscan Retreat Center, $25.00       RSVP
Come join Boomers and Beyond for a half-day retreat at the Franciscan Retreat Center. Brother Bob Roddy, Director, will speak on the spirituality of joy followed by Mass celebrated by Fr. Jim Van Dorn. The morning will include a tour of the center and a delicious lunch. Contact Anne Kieser, Chairperson, for questions and carpooling information at 952-946-9984.
Toward a Spirituality of Joy: Joy is a quality that our Lord himself wishes to pass onto his disciples when he says, “I have told you this that my joy may be in you and your joy may be complete.” John 15:11. Pope Francis often speaks of joy in his daily homilies, and essays. What are some aspects of a Spirituality of Joy and how can all of us make joy the basis of our life as followers of Jesus? CLICK HERE to register online with a credit card or drop off payment with Maria Miller in the parish office by February 10.

SILENT SATURDAY – RETURN TO ME

Saturday, February 24, 9:00am–11:30am       RSVP
"Return to me with your whole heart. For gracious and merciful is God, slow to anger, abounding in loving kindness” (Joel 2:13). Care and Support Ministry is hosting another "Silent Saturday" and invites you to spend a few hours of quiet, uninterrupted time in prayer and solitude in our beautiful Pax Christi campus. We will create a peaceful environment for prayer time, journaling, walking, or just resting in God's presence. Silent Saturday is an opportunity to step away from the sounds and distractions of our lives and enter into nourishing silence. How you spend the few hours is up to you. Our hope is that you will leave feeling refreshed. The morning will begin with a short prayer followed by a simple tour of the facility to highlight quiet places and spaces available to you. We will conclude our time together with a short prayer and an optional group sharing time. There is no fee, but we do ask that you notify us if you plan on attending. Contact Jean Thoresen, Director of Care and Support Ministries, jthoresen@paxchristi.com.

TWELVE BASKETS 
BLANKET DRIVE FOR BRIDGING

Weekend of February 24/25
Imagine sleeping without a blanket. Thousands of local families and individuals face this situation every day. Each year, Bridging serves over 13,000 individuals (4,000 households) in the Twin Cities. Bridging needs blankets for 240 people each week. Twelve Baskets is sponsoring a Blanket Drive the weekend of February 24/25. Donate a new or handmade blanket, quilt or comforter. All sizes needed- throw, twin, full, queen, or king. Drop off in the designated red bins at doors 1 and 3. Thank you for responding with a generous heart!

HOLY LAND AND JORDAN 

WITH FR. BILL MURTAUGH

April 16–27, 2018      RSVP
It's not too late to consider the pilgrimage to Israel in April. What a great way to reflect on the life of Jesus during the Easter season where he was born, taught, suffered, died, and rose to new life. If interested, contact Magi Travel, 952-949-0065.

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