Welcome to my blog for Merciful Redeemer Parish's Youth Group! Here you will find information about Edge and LifeTeen, as well as our calendar of events and some pretty awesome resources to help you grow in your faith and develop a closer relationship with Christ! Enjoy! - Miri

Saturday, March 16, 2013

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/



Thursday, March 14, 2013

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!"
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!"

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

WHITE SMOKE!!!

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


Monday, March 4, 2013

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 8th. 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":