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.
12-5-2018
It is hard to believe Thanksgiving is behind us already. We hope your holiday was filled with family, friends, and many blessings to be thankful for.
The November event started with lunch at Pax Christi and then carpooling to Eden Prairie High School for the theater performance of “Hairspray.” Thirty-one of us attended and the play was enjoyed by all. Thanks to Janell, Pax Hospitality Coordinator, for preparing the delicious soup and salad luncheon with many extras and fun fall decorations on the tables. The musical brought us back to the early 60s with music and costuming, and the story reminded us of how prejudice and misunderstanding can bring so much hurt. The students’ performance was terrific and the happy ending left us all thankful for a fun afternoon together.
Boomers and Beyond has been a Pax Christi ministry for nearly 12 years, growing from what was once a small group, up to 120 members. Attendance of over 100 people is seen at larger events. In the last couple years our numbers have gone down and the number of those willing to plan and organize events has lessened. Much has changed in these years; one of them being that most members of our Planning Committee fit in the “beyond” age range and have served on the committee for many of those years. We are encouraging those who are new to the "boomer" age as well as from the "beyond" age to join us, bringing new ideas and special talents to share.
For those who expressed an interest in joining the Planning Committee when you signed up to receive Boomers and Beyond emails, you should be receiving the minutes from our Planning Committee Meetings and phone calls to welcome you. If you no longer wish to receive the meeting minutes or phone calls, please call Maria at Pax Christi (952) 405-7217, and you will be taken off the list. You will, however, still receive the monthly emails about all of our activities.
For those who would like to join in the planning, we meet the second Wednesday every other month. Our next meeting will be held on January 9, 2019 at 1:00pm at Pax Christi. We would love to meet you in person!
For the current year of 9/2018 through 5/2019, Dennis Johnston is our chair (952) 937-7592, Cindy Lybeck is co-chair (952) 944-1939, and Mary Loew (952) 946-0160 is in charge of communications. If you have any questions about the ministry please give us a call.
Mary Loew, Communications
12-5-2018
It is hard to believe Thanksgiving is behind us already. We hope your holiday was filled with family, friends, and many blessings to be thankful for.
The November event started with lunch at Pax Christi and then carpooling to Eden Prairie High School for the theater performance of “Hairspray.” Thirty-one of us attended and the play was enjoyed by all. Thanks to Janell, Pax Hospitality Coordinator, for preparing the delicious soup and salad luncheon with many extras and fun fall decorations on the tables. The musical brought us back to the early 60s with music and costuming, and the story reminded us of how prejudice and misunderstanding can bring so much hurt. The students’ performance was terrific and the happy ending left us all thankful for a fun afternoon together.
Boomers and Beyond has been a Pax Christi ministry for nearly 12 years, growing from what was once a small group, up to 120 members. Attendance of over 100 people is seen at larger events. In the last couple years our numbers have gone down and the number of those willing to plan and organize events has lessened. Much has changed in these years; one of them being that most members of our Planning Committee fit in the “beyond” age range and have served on the committee for many of those years. We are encouraging those who are new to the "boomer" age as well as from the "beyond" age to join us, bringing new ideas and special talents to share.
For those who expressed an interest in joining the Planning Committee when you signed up to receive Boomers and Beyond emails, you should be receiving the minutes from our Planning Committee Meetings and phone calls to welcome you. If you no longer wish to receive the meeting minutes or phone calls, please call Maria at Pax Christi (952) 405-7217, and you will be taken off the list. You will, however, still receive the monthly emails about all of our activities.
For those who would like to join in the planning, we meet the second Wednesday every other month. Our next meeting will be held on January 9, 2019 at 1:00pm at Pax Christi. We would love to meet you in person!
For the current year of 9/2018 through 5/2019, Dennis Johnston is our chair (952) 937-7592, Cindy Lybeck is co-chair (952) 944-1939, and Mary Loew (952) 946-0160 is in charge of communications. If you have any questions about the ministry please give us a call.
Mary Loew, Communications
FIRST FRIDAY COFFEE AND CONVERSATION
Friday, December 7, beginning with Mass at 8:30amNO 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.
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
Saturday, December 15, 11:00am–1:00pmREGISTRATION AND PAYMENT REQUIRED BY DECEMBER 7:
“It’s that most wonderful time of the year” when we get together and celebrate the birth of Christ with family and friends. The Boomers of Pax Christi are inviting all parishioners 55 and older to gather for good food, music, and friendship in the Hall of Martyrs. The menu includes an appetizer, ham, cheese potatoes, vegetables, rolls, coffee, or tea. The entertainment will be provided by Mr. Tim Patrick of the Blue Eyes Band, so come prepared to sing along to the music that made the 50s, 60s, and 70s—the music of our lifetime—as well as Christmas favorites. In addition, there will be a drawing for door prizes after the entertainment. Check-in starts at 10:30am with lunch in the Hall of Martyrs at 11:00am. Registration of $15.00 for Boomers and non-Boomers must be received by December 7. Register by calling the RSVP line at 952-405-7251, or register online with credit card.
CLICK HERE to register now.
CHAIR YOGA
Tuesdays for 12 weeks beginning January 8, 3:00–4:00pm, Room 212, Fee of $36REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT REQUIRED:
Classes are held from 3:00-4:00pm for twelve weeks beginning on Tuesday, January 8 and ending on April 9. No meeting on January 29. 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 $36 per person for the twelve classes. Space is limited to 25 participants so sign up early. Questions? Contact Laurel Trimbo, obmirtl@gmail.com.
CLICK HERE to register now.
