ATTENTION: Due to the weather, LifeTeen is CANCELLED for tonight. Mass is still happening, though. Be safe out there and we'll see you next week for our Christmas Social!

STEUBENVILLE TORONTO YOUTH CONFERENCE - JULY 4-6, 2014

We are thrilled and very blessed to announce that, for the first time ever, the Steubenville Youth Conference experience will be coming to Toronto! Steubenville Conferences aim to lead high school teens to a powerful encounter with the living Christ, and do so by means of phenomenal speaker presentations, music, and most importantly, the Sacraments of Reconciliation and the Eucharist. This is an amazing opportunity for youth to experience the Church in a whole new way, right here in our home diocese!

The details of the conference are as follows:

Dates	Friday, July 4th- Sunday, July 6th, 2014
Location	Mattamy Athletic Center (formerly Maple Leaf Gardens)
Age range	Students attending grades 9-12 during the 2013-2014 school year
Cost	$175 per youth, which includes transportation, accommodations & food ** The parish is subsidizing an additional $100 off the original conference registration fee of $257 per youth, as well as the cost of transportation and t-shirts **
Deposit	In order for youth -to reserve a spot, they must make a $50 deposit no later than Friday, January 10, 2014. Spots are limited as the conference sells out quickly, so don’t delay! Cheques can be made out to Merciful Redeemer Parish.
Contact Info	Miri Bebjak, Youth Minister:  ym@mercifulredeemer.org  or   905-812-0030 ext. 7
Links	More info, videos and testimonials from youth who have attended past conferences can be found at www.steubenvilleconferences.com Twitter:  @steubenvilleTO Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/steubenvilleTO YouTube:  www.youtube.com/user/SteubenvilleYouth
Forms you'll need	1. Full Info Packet https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4bagRRsnuxmRnFxZTF3c1BDOHM/edit?usp=sharing 2. Registration Form (Parish Portion) https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4bagRRsnuxmXzFXSUxMOUhtV28/edit?usp=sharing

GREAT NEWS for Teens! Free events, amazingly-low fee for Nov retreat, and more!!‏

Dear LifeTeeners,

God is good, ALL THE TIME!!! I have very good news! :D (And also some important information about the retreat and upcoming events):

*All of the forms for the events are also available on "Permission Forms" tab: http://mercifulredeemeryouth.blogspot.ca/p/permission-forms.html
1. LIFETEEN RETREAT: "InSanctity"

Retreat Form: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B4bagRRsnuxmeFppT3NRd09Nenc/edit?usp=sharing

This is a workout-themed high school retreat that will teach you how to pray better, so that you can enter into a deeper relationship with Christ and receive the inner healing you really need! The retreat will be in Teopoli on November 1-3 and we will leave at 6:30 pm from the parish. The cost for the November retreat will be only $60 per person!! That includes 2 over-nights, accommodation, food, retreat registration and transportation!! WOW! You can't beat that deal!



2. FREE BUS TO LIFE-CHAIN - Sunday October 6. Bus leaves at 1:30 pm from the parish and returns at around 3:15-3:20pm. Everyone is invited! I won't be there, as I am getting married the day before, but there will be Core and A-Team going with you! :) For more info: http://www.lifechain.net/

LifeChain Form: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B4bagRRsnuxmd2x6UFl5aG1YQ0E/edit?usp=sharing
  

3. On the Way to Bethlehem - Friday, November 29. Cost is $5. Bus leaves at 6:30 pm from the parish and returns at around 9:30 pm. Everyone is invited! For more info: http://www.onthewaytobethlehem.ca/

OTWTB Form: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B4bagRRsnuxmS2E5ck9IaW9JSkk/edit?usp=sharing  
4. Steubenville Conference coming to Toronto - July 4-6!
Fr. Vid has agreed to subsidize $75 per person for the July 4-6 Steubenville (Toronto) Conference, which brings the price down to $200 plus bus, which should be cheap since it is in Toronto (includes conference registration, food and hotel accommodations for 2 nights). I am THRILLED! SO START SAVING UP!! Registrations are in January and it will be sold out really quick! For more info: http://www.steubenvilleconferences.com/youth

Permission form will be posted as soon as it becomes available.  

5. For those in the Edge Crew - If you are on Crew, attached is the permission form for the Crew Leadership Training conference for this Saturday, September 28. The bus leaves at 8:00 am from the parish and we will return around 4:30pm. Remember, this retreat is mandatory.

Crew Training Form: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B4bagRRsnuxmYlZ2Zm9WWkFzbWM/edit?usp=sharing

Crew Training Day Outline: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B4bagRRsnuxmQU5LZ0QxYTlUTEE/edit?usp=sharing
 




Let me know if you have any questions!!

Yours in Christ,
Miri

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Miri Romero Alvarez
Youth Ministry Coordinator
Merciful Redeemer Parish
(905) 812-0030 ext. 7

Website: http://mercifulredeemeryouth.blogspot.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/miri.youthministry

Twitter: @LifeTeenMR

LifeTeen Bible Retreat!

REGISTRATION FORM: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B4bagRRsnuxmdkpzbEg5VkQ4MUU/edit?usp=sharing

Do you want to make sense of the Bible, including all the confusing parts such as Leviticus, etc.? Do you want to have a great time spending time with other teens this summer? Then DON'T MISS OUT on this amazing opportunity to study the Bible with our Teen Timeline Club!

WHAT IS IT: A weekend-long retreat when we will dive into and re-discover the Bible!

WHAT WILL WE DO: We will study the Bible through 8 video-sessions directed by LifeTeen's Mark Heart. We will also celebrate Mass and Eucharistic Adoration, and have number of fun activities like a water fight, dodgeball, a scavenger hunt and more!

Here's a sample of the video sessions: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQTdvuw0LYU

WHEN IS IT: Friday, July 5 - Sunday, July 7
Friday, July 5 - 6:30-10:00pm (includes pot-luck dinner)
Saturday, July 6 - 9:00am-10:00pm (includes Mass and Adoration)

WHERE DO WE SLEEP: At home. It is not an overnight retreat.

WHAT'S THE COST: $20 for materials and food, and we invite you to bring a dish to share for our Friday pot-luck, as well as your own lunch on Saturday.

WHO IS IT FOR: High school students, future Crew members, A-Team members, LifeTeen Core members, and young adults discerning whether to join the youth ministry at Merciful Redeemer Parish.

SPACE IS LIMITED, SO SIGN-UP SOON!

Be a Saint! A Christian Battle Plan for a Society in Crisis!

LESS THAT ONE MONTH TILL THIS AWESOME EVENT!!! DON'T MISS OUT!

Hi everyone! I'd like to invite you to an awesome event! Peter Kreeft is coming to Toronto on June 8th to speak to us about how to live out our call to be saints in our very complicated world! Get your tickets now and spread the word! 

Merciful Redeemer Parish's Core team will be helping out with the event as a service project, so we look forward to seeing you there! 

For more details go to: http://www.catholicchapterhouse.com/peterkreefttoronto

2013 Spring XLT: "Growing in Holiness During the Year of Faith" - Mass, Eucharistic Adoration with Praise and Worship, and Keynote Speaker Fr. Stan Chu Ilo!

Do you want to deepen your relationship with Jesus during this Year of Faith but are not sure how? Then join us for this powerful event where you will come face to face with the Living Christ at Mass and Adoration, be uplifted with great praise and worship music, and hear a dynamic talk by Fr. Stan Chu Ilo, who will give us practical tips no how to grow in holiness.

Where: Merciful Redeemer Parish - 2775 Erin Centre Blvd., Mississauga, ON
When: Saturday, April 20th from 7:00-10:30 pm (including Mass)
Who is it for: Everyone!
 
For more info or if you are bringing a group of people, please contact Miri at ym@mercifulredeemer.org, (905) 812-0030 ext.7 or visit the blog at mercifulredeemeryouth.blogspot.com

JOURNEY TO THE FATHER YOUTH CONFERENCE!!! July 19-21, 2013

Merciful Redeemer Parish Youth Ministry is pleased to announce that we will be attending the 2013 JOURNEY TO THE FATHER YOUTH CONFERENCE!!! :D

WHAT'S IT ABOUT?
Dynamic and inspiring talks, skits, great music, beautiful liturgies, Eucharistic Adoration with Praise and Worship, Catholic store, and plenty of free time to explore the ruins and have fun!!

Come out to this amazing outdoor camping youth conference, deepen your relationship with Christ, strengthen or create new friendships with other amazing young people, and have a blast!

WHO IS IT FOR?
High school students
- Grade 8 students going into grade 9 in September 2013 are also able to come
- Graduating grade 12 students also able to come

Adult Chaperones - Must be at least 21 years of age, practicing Catholic, present a police record check and volunteering form.

WHEN IS IT?
Departure: Friday, July 19th, 2013 @ 9:00 am
Return: Sunday, July 21st, 2013 @ around 8:00 pm

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
Cost: $195
Includes: Conference registration, food, transportation, spot on the tent for camping (shower facilities on site), and 3 t-shirts.

The parish will cover most of the cost for the bus! (Don't forget to thank Fr. Vid for his generosity!)

WHEN IS THE $50 DEPOSIT AND REGISTRATION DUE?
Non-Refundable Deposit of $50 Due: ASAP!
- Must be accompanied by filled registration form
- Holds our spot on the bus! *There are limited spaces available*
- Cash or cheque (make to the order of Merciful Redeemer Parish)

FULL PAYMENT DUE: May 1, 2013
- Give directly to Miri or drop off at parish office in an envelope addressed to Miri

REGISTRATION FORM
Here are the links to the registration form and all of the info:

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B4bagRRsnuxmajZGTmdPSzhsbVU/edit?usp=sharing 

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B4bagRRsnuxmS2VfakszUGYxZ0U/edit?usp=sharing

Need financial assistance? Fill and bring out this form to the youth office or email it to ym@mercifulredeemer.org BY MONDAY, APRIL 15, 2013:
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B4bagRRsnuxmeGhQY2QzZXJhWEU/edit?usp=sharing 
 

QUESTIONS?
Contact Miri by fb or by email at ym@mercifulredeemer.org
Check out the Journey to the Father Website: http://journeytothefather.ca/

In case you missed it - Pope Francis: Who is he? Bio and his first words‏

We have a Pope!! With great joy, the Church welcomed Pope Francis on March 13, 2013. But do you know who he is? Here is some interesting stuff about our new Pope :) He's amazing and you are sure to love him!

Francis: A Tango loving Pope with new shoes, love for Our Lady and poor

http://www.news.va/en/news/francis-a-tango-loving-pope-with-new-shoes-love-fo

Biography: who is JORGE MARIO BERGOGLIO?

http://www.news.va/en/news/biography-who-is-jorge-mario-bergoglio

Even CNN did a good job on reporting about him:

On first day, new pope urges courage 'to build the church with the blood of Christ'

http://www.cnn.com/2013/03/14/world/europe/vatican-new-pope/index.html?hpt=hp_c1



Pope Francis: his first words:

"Brothers and sisters good evening.

You all know that the duty of the Conclave was to give a bishop to Rome. It seems that my brother Cardinals have come almost to the ends of the earth to get him… but here we are. I thank you for the welcome that has come from the diocesan community of Rome.

First of all I would say a prayer pray for our Bishop Emeritus Benedict XVI.. Let us all pray together for him, that the Lord bless him and Our Lady protect him.

Our Father…

Hail Mary…

Glory to the Father…

And now let us begin this journey, the Bishop and people, this journey of the Church of Rome which presides in charity over all the Churches, a journey of brotherhood in love, of mutual trust. Let us always pray for one another. Let us pray for the whole world that there might be a great sense of brotherhood. My hope is that this journey of the Church that we begin today, together with help of my Cardinal Vicar, be fruitful for the evangelization of this beautiful city.

And now I would like to give the blessing, but first I want to ask you a favour. Before the bishop blesses the people I ask that you would pray to the Lord to bless me – the prayer of the people for their Bishop. Let us say this prayer – your prayer for me – in silence.

[The Protodeacon announced that all those who received the blessing, either in person or by radio, television or by the new means of communication receive the plenary indulgence in the form established by the Church. He prayed that Almighty God protect and guard the Pope so that he may lead the Church for many years to come, and that he would grant peace to the Church throughout the world.]

[Immediately afterwards Pope Francis gave his first blessing Urbi et Orbi – To the City and to the World.]

I will now give my blessing to you and to the whole world, to all men and women of good will.

Brothers and sisters, I am leaving you. Thank you for your welcome. Pray for me and I will be with you again soon.

We will see one another soon.

Tomorrow I want to go to pray the Madonna, that she may protect Rome.

Good night and sleep well!"

WHITE SMOKE!!!

The Cardinals have chosen a Pope!!!
Watch the announcement of who the new Pope is at saltandlighttv.org/live/

Announcement: Peter Kreeft Event in June!

Hey everyone! My friend Dave and Theresa, owners of Catholic Chapter House, are putting on an amazing event with renown apologist Peter Kreeft, live in Toronto on June 8^th. It will be a great event so I encourage you all to come! For more information, visit:  

 http://www.catholicchapterhouse.com/peterkreefttoronto

Here's a sample of his talks on "The Problem of Evil and Suffering":

EDGE CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW STORM

Hello friends! Unfortunately, due to the weather, EDGE IS CANCELLED TONIGHT. Tonight's topic will be re-scheduled. Stay safe and warm tonight! :)

LAST CALL FOR PERFORMERS FOR OUR EDGE AND LIFETEEN TALENT SHOWS!

LAST CALL FOR PERFORMERS FOR EDGE AND LIFETEEN TALENT SHOWS! NO AUDITION REQUIRED! 

Come and have a blast by displaying your talents. Don't worry! There are no judges, your act doesn't have to be perfect, and it is just for fun! You can sing, act, dance, perform a skit, recite a poem, play an instrument, or any other talent you may have! There will be a special performance by the Edge Crew, LifeTeen Core, the Youth Band (at the LifeTeen show) and another one by Miri, so don't miss out! 

It is COMPLETELY FREE and there will be free drinks and popcorn. If you want to perform an act, please contact Miri at ym@mercifulredeemer.org or (905) 812-0030 ext.7 AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! See you all then!!

"The Edge Factor" Edge Talent Show - Friday, January 25, 2013 - 7:00-9:00pm








"LifeTeen's Got Talent" LifeTeen Talent Show - Saturday, February 9, 2013 - 7:00pm (Youth Mass) - 10:30 pm

2013 LifeTeen and Edge Talent Shows!

Happy New Year, everyone! :D We are very excited to let you know that LifeTeen & Edge Resume next weekend (Jan 11 and 12) after the Christmas Holidays! :D

Also, sign up to participate in the upcoming Edge and LifeTeen talent shows! There is limited space available, so hurry! :D

"LifeTeen's Got Talent" 2013 Talent Show

Saturday, Feb 9 - 8:00-10:30pm (following the 7:00pm Youth Mass) 
@ Merciful Redeemer Parish - 2775 Erin Centre Blvd. Mississauga

LifeTeen participants will be performing! No judges, just plain fun!

All high school students AND THEIR FAMILIES are welcome!

Do you want to sign up? Contact Miri

For more information, visit the FB LifeTeen Event Page

 

"The EDGE Factor" 2013 Talent Show

Friday, Jan 25 - 7:00-9:00pm 
@ Merciful Redeemer Parish - 2775 Erin Centre Blvd. Mississauga

Edge participants will be performing! No judges, just plain fun!

All students in grades 7 and 8 AND THEIR FAMILIES are welcome!

Do you want to sign up? Contact Miri

For more information, visit the FB Edge Event Page