"Tweet, Tag, Share" - Putting Social Media to Good Use
Edge - Friday, May 23rd (Block 5)
Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, texting... Ah, social media! It can be so much fun and a great way to connect with other people. It could also turn into a trap for procrastination and gossip... but in the same way, it can become an amazing tool to build others up, share the joy of your faith, and lead others to Christ! So, how can you put social media to good use? Come to Edge and find out!
When: Friday, May 23, 2014 - 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm
Who: Grade 7-8 students
Where: Merciful Redeemer Parish - 2775 Erin Centre Blvd., Mississauga, ON
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"Social Edge Night" - Confirmation Celebration!
Friday, May 30th (NOT for Blocks)
So you have just received the Sacrament of Confirmation or are just about to? Then come and celebrate the power and wonder of this amazing Sacrament with us at Edge! Join us for a party with cake, games and lots of fun! :D
When: Friday, May 30, 2014 - 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm
Who: Grade 7-8 students
Where: Merciful Redeemer Parish - 2775 Erin Centre Blvd., Mississauga, ON
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Friday, May 30th (NOT for Blocks)
So you have just received the Sacrament of Confirmation or are just about to? Then come and celebrate the power and wonder of this amazing Sacrament with us at Edge! Join us for a party with cake, games and lots of fun! :D
When: Friday, May 30, 2014 - 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm
Who: Grade 7-8 students
Where: Merciful Redeemer Parish - 2775 Erin Centre Blvd., Mississauga, ON
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"Everywhere Man" - St. Paul and his Writings
Friday, June 6th
St. Paul is one of the greatest saints and evangelizers of all time. A great portion of our Scriptures were written by Him! But who was he? What was his conversion all about? What are his writings about, and what do they have to do with my life? Come to Edge to learn more about St. Paul and discover what God might want to say to you directly through his writings!
When: Friday, May 2, 2014 - 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm
Who: Grade 7-8 students
Where: Merciful Redeemer Parish - 2775 Erin Centre Blvd., Mississauga, ON
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"More than Horses and Dragons" - The Book of Revelation
Friday, June 13th
The Book of Revelation is one of the most intriguing books of the Bible. It is seldom understood and sometimes as a result it gives rise to either fear or indifference. In reality, the Book of Revelation is full with rich insights about God, his plan, and the Mass! Come discover the depths and wonder of this compelling piece of Scripture with us at Edge!
When: Friday, June 13, 2014 - 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm
Who: Grade 7-8 students
Where: Merciful Redeemer Parish - 2775 Erin Centre Blvd., Mississauga, ON
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"A Father's Love" - The 'Our Father' and God's Fatherhood
Friday, June 20th
The prayer of the Our Father has an incredibly deep power and meaning. Yet, we are so used to reciting it that we might overlook what Jesus meant to teach us about our Father in Heaven through this beautiful prayer. Come and join us for this Edge night where we will discover more about the deep love of God the Father for each and every one of us!
When: Friday, June 20, 2014 - 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm
Who: Grade 7-8 students
Where: Merciful Redeemer Parish - 2775 Erin Centre Blvd., Mississauga, ON
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"Summer's Here!" - Edge End of Year Social
Friday, June 27th
It is the end of the year, but not the end of the fun! Join us for a crazy night of games, bonding, photos, and thankfulness to God for all the graces He poured out on us this year!
When: Friday, June 27, 2014 - 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm
Who: Grade 7-8 students
Where: Merciful Redeemer Parish - 2775 Erin Centre Blvd., Mississauga, ON
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Edge is HERE! Fridays from 6:45-9:00pm
Are you a grade 7 or 8 student? Tired of living an ordinary life? Looking for something more that will give your life meaning, purpose and that can be a lot of fun all at once? Then come to Edge!!
1) Dynamic and inspiring talks and discussion on interesting and relevant issues that affect your life and faith journey, in a truth-focused but non-judgmental way.
3) Attend fantastic events, such as field-trips, parties/socials and
retreats.
5) Receive guidance and support from great role models you can trust.
WHO IS IT FOR?
Students in grades 7 and 8 It doesn't matter if you have never been to church or if you haven't been in a long time! No judgment, no worries. Just come, give it a try and have a great time!
WHERE IS IT?
Merciful Redeemer Parish 2775 Erin Centre Blvd., Mississauga, ON
WHEN IS IT? Every Friday from 6:45-9:00 pm, EXCEPT for Long Weekends and Holidays.
DOES IT COST ANYTHING?
NOPE! NOTHING! :) Edge is completely FREE!
Just fill a registration form, found on the link below or pick one up at the door:
http://bit.ly/14QlAfQ
QUESTIONS?
Contact Miri by fb or by email at ym@mercifulredeemer.org Join our Facebook group at: MRYM Facebook Group
QUESTIONS?
Contact Miri by fb or by email at ym@mercifulredeemer.org Join our Facebook group at: MRYM Facebook Group
Follow us
on Twitter: @LifeTeenMR
Want more info about our youth ministry model? Visit:
http://edgeyouthministry.com/ and http://catholicyouthministry.com/about/
So what do you think? Will you give yourself the chance to come change your life??http://edgeyouthministry.com/ and http://catholicyouthministry.com/about/
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ATTENTION PARENTS:
Sign-ins and games begin at 6:45pm.
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.
2013-2014 UPDATED EDGE SCHEDULE
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Trips and Events
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DATE
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THEME AND TOPIC
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BLOCK
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Crew Team
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Sep-20
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"Best Selling Book of All Time" - Intro Social
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BLOCK 1
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Bld. Pierre G.Frassati
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Sep-27
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"Fake Out" - The Battle for Popularity and Fitting In
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BLOCK 1
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St. Francis
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Oct-04
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Movie Night Social
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N/A
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A-Team
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Oct-11
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NO EDGE - Thanksgiving Weekend
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N/A
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N/A
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Oct-18
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"Story of a Saint" - Learning from the Lives of the Saints
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BLOCK 1
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Miri
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Oct-25
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"FAQ" - WHY and HOW to read the Bible
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BLOCK 1
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St. Maria Goretti
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Nov-01
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NO EDGE - LifeTeen Retreat in Progress
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N/A
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N/A
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Nov-08
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"Levi-What?" - Intro to Old Testament
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BLOCK 1
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St. Stephen
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Nov-15
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"The Garden" - Creation Narrative
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BLOCK 2
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St. Rose of Lima
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Nov-22
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"Temptation" - Fall of Man and Original Sin
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BLOCK 2
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St. Vincent de Paul
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Nov-29
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On The Way To Bethlehem - Field Trip (permission form required)
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N/A
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N/A
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Dec-06
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"A Promise is a Promise" - What's a Covenant?
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BLOCK 2
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St. Joan of Arc
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Dec-13
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"Thou Shalt Do!" - The Ten Commandments
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BLOCK 2
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St. Therese of Liseux
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Dec-20
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"Jesus Christ is Coming to Town" - Christmas
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BLOCK 2
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St. Augustine
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Dec-27
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NO EDGE - Christmas Break
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N/A
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N/A
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Jan-03
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NO EDGE - Christmas Break
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N/A
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N/A
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Jan-10
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"Old Made New" - Intro to New Testament
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BLOCK 3
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St. Ignatius of Loyola
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Jan-17
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Edge Talent Show (teens can audition to perform - contact Miri)
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N/A
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N/A
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Jan-24
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"Can I get an Amen?" - Gospels and Life of Christ
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BLOCK 3
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Bld. Pierre G.Frassati
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Jan-31
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"Fearless" - Hope in the Lord
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BLOCK 3
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St. Joan of Arc
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Feb-07
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"Stories of Old" - Jesus' Parables
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BLOCK 3
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St. Vincent de Paul
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Feb-14
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NO EDGE - Family Day Long Weekend
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N/A
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N/A
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Feb-21
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"Body Language" - Our Bodies and God's Plan
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BLOCK 3
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St. Therese of Liseux
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Feb-28
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"Heroic Virtue" - The Virtues in Scripture
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BLOCK 4
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St. Francis
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Mar-07
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"Prepare the Way" - Lent
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BLOCK 4
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St. Rose of Lima
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Mar-14
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March Break Social - Talent Show
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N/A
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St. Stephen
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Mar-21
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"The Way We Are Made" - Marriage, Same-Sex Attraction and
the Church
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BLOCK 4
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St. Joan of Arc
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Mar-28
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"Ask Away" - Question and Answer Night - GENERATION LIFE
SPEAKERS
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BLOCK 4
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St. Francis
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Apr-04
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"Crosswords" - Learning to Pray with Lectio Divina
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BLOCK 4
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St. Maria Goretti
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Apr-11
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"I Would Die for You" - Jesus' Sacrifice on the Cross
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BLOCK 5
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St. Augustine
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Apr-18
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NO EDGE - Good Friday, Easter Long Weekend
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N/A
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N/A
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Apr-25
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"He's Back!" - The Resurrection
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BLOCK 5
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St. Ignatius of Loyola
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May-02
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"Pentecost and Beyond!" - Acts of the Apostles and the Early
Church
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BLOCK 5
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St. Augustine
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May-09
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"Who's Your Momma?" - Mother Mary
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BLOCK 5
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St. Stephen
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May-16
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NO EDGE - Victoria Day Long Weekend
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N/A
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N/A
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May-23
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"Tweet, Tag, Share" - Putting Social Media to Good Use
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BLOCK 5
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St. Vincent de Paul
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May-30
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Edge Social Night
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N/A
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St. Rose of Lima
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Jun-06
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"Everywhere Man" - St. Paul's Letters
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N/A
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Bld. Pierre G.Frassati
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Jun-13
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"Horses and Dragons" - The Book of Revelation
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N/A
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St. Maria Goretti
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Jun-20
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"A Father's Love" - God the Father and Fatherhood
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N/A
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St. Ignatius of Loyola
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Jun-27
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"Summer's Here!" - End of Year Social
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N/A
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St. Therese of Liseux
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Jul 4-6
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Steubenville Conference
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N/A
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Jul 28-Aug 1
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EDGE CAMP for Students Entering Grades 5, 6 and 7 in September 2014
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N/A
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Aug 4-8
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EDGE CAMP for Students Entering Grades 8 and 9 in September 2014
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N/A
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