Lent is here! (And Edge and LifeTeen still running despite the weather)

Hello everyone! Just a reminder that Edge and LifeTeen are STILL ON this Friday and Saturday despite the weather, and the events are going to be great! Both Edge and LifeTeen this weekend will deal with the topic of Lent. Be safe on the road and see you soon!

And as a side note, in case you are wondering why Catholics abstain from eating meat on Friday, check out this blog by Mark Heart:

http://lifeteen.com/why-catholics-abstain-eating-meat-on-fridays-during-lent/

God bless,
Miri

JOURNEY TO THE FATHER 2012!!

Do you feel like you could use a bit of spiritual recharge? Are you struggling in your faith or carrying doubts? Are you willing to be open to the possibility that maybe... just maybe, God may actually reach into your heart and touch your life?

On behalf of Merciful Redeemer Parish Youth Ministry, I would like to invite you to the 2012 Journey to the Father Youth Conference, which will take place on July 13-15 at St. Raphael's (near Cornwall, Ontario).



This conference is open to students who will begin high school in September of 2012 up to those graduating from grade 12 this year.

What is this amazing youth conference about? You!

At Journey to the Father you will...
- Enjoy amazing live music that uplifts your spirit
- Hear speakers who understand your hopes and your fears: They speak straight from their hearts!
- Make peace with the Father and feel that peace in your life.
- Meet other teens just like you!

Experience your faith in an exciting new way!
This is an amazing opportunity, so don't miss out!!

Cost: $150 (The cost for transportation is being generously covered by Merciful Redeemer Parish)

Registration forms and non-refundable deposit of $50 due: Saturday, April 7, 2012Full payment due: Saturday, May 5, 2012 There are only a limited number of spots and a third of them have already been spoken for, so register early and don't be disappointed!
- To reserve your spot, a non-refundable deposit of $50 is required upon registration (the form is attached)

Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/325084860865847/
So come on the Journey that will change your life!! :D

Yours in Christ,
Miri

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Miri Romero AlvarezYouth Ministry Coordinator
Merciful Redeemer Parish
Mississauga, ON
(905) 812-0030 ext.7
ym@mercifulredeemer.org
Website: http://mercifulredeemeryouth.blogspot.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/miri.youthministry
Twitter: @LifeTeenMR

STAND UP FOR THE UNBORN!! March for Life 2012! (Ottawa & Montreal Trip)

It is TIME to STAND UP and FIGHT for the innocent!

Join us for an unforgettable tip to Parliament Hill and help us tell our government that this generation will no longer tolerate the killing of its most vulnerable! (Especially not on OUR tax dollars!) Ottawa-Montreal March For Life Trip, 2012

Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/286528508067563/

MORE INFO BELOW THE VIDEO

WHAT?
St. Aloysius Gonzaga's LifeLine and Department of Theology, in collaboration with Merciful Redeemer Parish, are planning a great trip to Ottawa and Montreal for the 2012 March for Life at Parliament Hill.

WHY?
The March for Life Campaign is an annual march and as Catholics we will serve as a public witness celebrating the right to human life. We march to ensure that all human beings regardless of size, age and location will someday be protected by the laws of our nation.

After the March, we will head for Montreal, where we will visit a number of sacred places, enjoy sightseeing, and even do some shopping!

WHEN?
Thursday, May 10 - Friday, May 11, 2012
We meet at Gonzaga for departure at 5:50am on Thursday, and return between 10:00-11:00pm on Friday.

HOW MUCH?
The cost of the trip is $215
Transportation, breakfast, accommodations, a group dinner and admission costs are included in the above price.

HOW MANY SPOTS ARE AVAILABLE?
30! Priority will be given to high school students

WHO TO CONTACT
Please feel free to contact the Theology department if you have any queries at (905) 820-3900 at extension 70208.

HOW TO SIGN UP
The registration deadline for this trip is March 1st, 2012.
Please make all cheques payable to St. Aloysius Gonzaga C.S.S.

You must fill a registration/permission form, which are available from the office at Merciful Redeemer Parish (both in the office upstairs and in the drop box beside the Youth Office in the basement), or from the Gonzaga LifeLine Group.
Bring your filled form and payment directly to the office at St. Aloysius Gonzaga C.S.S. or to the main office at Merciful Redeemer Parish in an envelope with your name, phone number and email address.

ITINERARY:

May 10 and 11

Thursday, May 10th
 
5:50 am (SHARP) Gather at front door of St .Aloysius Gonzaga Secondary School to board coach bus to Ottawa
6:00 am Bus departs for Ottawa
10:00 am Pit-stop in Kingston for Bathroom /Breakfast
12:00 pm Arrival on Parliament Hill
Speeches by Pro-Life Members of Parliament and Religious Leaders
1:30 – 3:00 pm March through Downtown Ottawa & Rally
3:00 pm Board bus and depart for Montreal
5:30 pm Arrival and Check-in at Montreal Hotel
7:00 pm Enjoy a group dinner at a popular Montreal restaurant followed by an evening walk through Downtown Montreal (Dinner provided)
10:00 pm Return to Hotel and Lights out

Friday, May 12th
 
7:30 am Breakfast at Hotel (provided)
9:00 am Check-out
9:30 am Walking Tour/ Sight-Seeing: - Basilica Notre Dame de Montreal
- St.Patrick’s
- Marie Rien Du Monde
Followed by Shopping & Free Time (Students will be responsible for purchasing their own lunch)
2:00 pm Bus Pick-up and departure to look-out Point at Mont Royal
2:30 pm St. Joseph’s Oratory
3:15 pm Departure from Montreal
7:00 pm Pit Stop/ “Drive Thru” dinner
10:00 - 11:00pm Arrival at Gonzaga

Note:
Expected return from Montreal is 10:00 – 11:00 pm. Students can call from their cell phones when we are an hour away. Please be waiting.
Students can bring their own snacks or purchase en route at pit-stops along the route. There will be a rest-stop on the way there and on the way back where they can purchase beverages/snacks.

For more information on the March itself, please visit:

http://www.campaignlifecoalition.com/index.php?p=March_For_Life

LOVE UNBOUND: A LifeNight on True Love

Fact: You want to encounter indescribable love in your life.

But what does love actually look like? What is the source of true love and how can you encounter it in your life? What does the Church teach about love in relationships and in marriage? How can you live and experience true love your won vocation, whether that be to marriage, religious life or single life?

Come and join us for a LifeNight that will give you the tools and the inspiration to encounter true love in your life, and that will give you the opportunity to experience the ultimate love of Christ in the Eucharist!

Who? High School Students (grades 9-12)
When? Saturday, February 11, 2012 - 7:00pm Youth Mass, followed by LifeTeen from 8:15pm - 10:10pm
Why? Because all of us want to love and be loved!

Invite all of your friends!

Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/359899124034455/

Can we be friends? An Edge night on Prayer!

Can we be friends? An Edge night on Prayer!

Do you ever struggle with prayer? Do you ever find it difficult to talk to God? Come to Egde tonight, when we will teach you some practical ways in which you can come closer to the One who loves you enough to give His life for You!

Who? Grade 7 and 8 students

When? Friday, February 10th from 6:45-9:00pm

Where? Merciful Redeemer Parish Basement

Bring all of your friends! :)

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ATTENTION PARENTS: 

Sign-ins and games begin at 6:40pm.

For pick-up, please sign-out your child on the corresponding sheet and go right INSIDE the hall to pick up your child, and exit through the back door to help us keep the flow of people going. Thank you!

We also REMIND PARENTS THAT THEY MUST COME DOWNSTAIRS to drop off and pick-up their children unless they have given us written authorization for their children to walk/bike home.

Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/188611917906444/

LIFETEEN TALENT SHOW!!

The Merciful Redeemer Youth Ministry Office is proud to present...

"Rooted in His Love!"
2012 LifeTeen Talent Show!

Saturday, Feb 4 8:15pm-10:45pm

Join us for an exciting night of fabulous performances by the members of Merciful Redeemer's LifeTeen group! Teens, volunteers, Miri (youth minister) and even Fr. Robert will be performing!

The acts range from live music, to stand-up comedy, to break-dancing, to drama. There is something for everyone!

There will be free snacks and drinks for registered LifeTeeners, as well as items for purchase.

Invite your family and friends and don't miss on this epic night!

God bless!