Greetings! You are receiving this email as a way to keep you informed of the upcoming activities hosted by Pax Christi Boomers and Beyond Ministry. We hope you can join us and also invite your friends.
 
Thirty Boomers and Beyond members were lucky enough to attend a half-day retreat at the Franciscan Spirituality and Retreat Center in Prior Lake on February 21.  We were filled with the spirit of St. Francis and inspired by Pope Francis through his words from “The Joy of the Gospel.”  Brother Bob facilitated, with his unique brand of humor, mixed with spirituality and our own Fr. Steve offered Mass for us.  Following Mass, we had a delicious taco salad lunch.  My only wish is that everyone could have shared in this lovely experience.  The good news is that another Boomer and Beyond sponsored retreat is coming up on Tuesday, May 8. Watch for details!


Anne Kieser
Chairperson
952-946-9984

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FIRST FRIDAY FUN
On a very cold First Friday in February, 43 people joined us for the Boomers and Beyond sponsored Coffee and Conversation.  Father Paveglio joined us. He made rounds at the tables in the room joining in various discussions.  After coffee, the Boomers Planning Committee met to discuss upcoming events, including the February Retreat.

Ursula Dickinson and Mary Loew
Communication Co-chairs

PHOTO: February First Friday Coffee and Conversation with Fr. Marc.

FIRST FRIDAY COFFEE AND CONVERSATION

Friday, March 2, beginning with Mass at 8:30am

NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
Come and join other parishioners for Mass in the chapel at 8:30am, followed by coffee and pastries in the Chief Joseph Room. All are welcome!

TOUR OF PROP

Wednesday, March 14, 10:00am

REGISTRATION REQUIRED - NO FEE:
Tour the newly renovated PROP (People Reaching Out to People), which provides food and short-term financial aid for those in crisis. PROP has served the Eden Prairie and Chanhassen community for over 45 years.  Pax Christi has assisted PROP through our weekly Burgundy Bag collections, Giving Garden, Shared Ministers, and more.  

RSVP by March 10 to Maria Miller, 952-405-7217, or mmiller@paxchristi.com. Meet at PROP, 14700 Martin Drive, Eden Prairie 55344. Maps to PROP are available in the parish office.

CHAIR YOGA

Ten sessions beginning Tuesday, April 3, 2:30–3:30pm, $30

REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT REQUIRED:
Classes begin on Tuesday, April 3 and end on Tuesday, June 19. Important: no yoga on April 17 and May 22. This continuing series of chair yoga is a blend of standing and seated stretches for participants who want to do yoga but need something gentle. Focus is on range of motion for the joints, gentle stretches, standing postures and breathing, and relaxation. Instructor Denise Bunch has been practicing yoga for over 20 years. The cost is $30 per person for the 10 classes. Space is limited to twenty-five participants so sign up early.

CLICK HERE to register online with a credit card (you will get an email confirmation when your registration is complete), or drop off payment with Maria Miller in the parish office.

FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN

Thursday, April 19, 9:30-11:30am
Chanhassen Location

REGISTRATION REQUIRED - NO FEE:
Come join the Boomers and Beyond for a service project at Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) in Chanhassen. Help to feed starving children by working with other volunteers to pack special meals nutritionally formulated for starving children. These meals are shipped to nearly 70 countries through missionary partnerships. Plan to meet at the FMSC site. Participants interested in meeting afterwards for lunch can join other Boomers at a location chosen that day. There is no fee for this event; however, you must register so the proper number of spots can be reserved. Register either online or by calling Maria Miller at 952-405-7217. The registration deadline is Monday, April 16.

CLICK HERE to register online now.