NCSC Chicago 2009

NCSC Chicago 2009

Join us for the 7th National Catholic Singles Conference in Chicago!

Don't have anything going on Valentine's Day? Come and hear top Catholic speakers discuss the issues affecting singles in today's world. How do I improve my relationships with friends, family and my future spouse? How do I discern what else God wants for my life in the future and what can I do to live a happier, more fulfilled single life now?

The conference falls on President's Day weekend as well, so stay a day after and visit the Shedd Aquarium, The Art Institute of Chicago, Sears Tower, Navy Pier, Millenium Park or just relax with friends. As usual we will also have optional social events scheduled after the conference on Sunday afternoon. (Great news: We've been able to reduce the registration cost this year by holding it at a parish with a hotel nearby.) It's coming up quickly and space is limited so register now!

When and Where:
Friday, February 13 - Sunday, February 15, 2009
Holy Family Parish
2515 Palatine Road
Inverness, IL 60067

Post-Conference activities include:
Sunday afternoon, February 15th: Trip to downtown Chicago for a bus tour to see some of the country's most beautiful architecture or a tour of some of Chicago's most beautiful churches, including a visit to the Divine Mercy Sanctuary, home to the largest monstrance in the world! Or attend a performance of C.S. Lewis' classic The Screwtape Letters. Sold out in NYC and DC, it's now playing in Chicago! Afterward join fellow attendees for food and socializing on Sunday night!
Please note that reservations for the Screwtape Letters must be made by January 20th to guarantee the group rate and seats with other NCSC attendees. If registering after the 20th, please inquire through the contact page to be sure tickets are still available.

Winter Activities

Featured Event
Winter Getaway Excursion - Ski Trip
January 23-25, 2009 - Wisconsin Dells
Get out of the Chicagoland area and join other Young Adults for the 2009 Winter Getaway Excursion. Enjoy the winter weekend with activities that include skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, and swimming at Kalahari Indoor Water Park. Prices start at $210 for the Base Package, but you'll receive $20 off your registration if you register by December 11, 2008. Click here for a registration form. For more information, contact Jospehine Puglia at jopuglia@hotmail.com.

Social Events & Sports Leagues
For even more details, log onto www.yamnwsports.com

YAM-NW Fall Volleyball League
Monday nights in September through December, 2008
St. Thomas of Villanova Church, Palatine
8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. each week


Coming Soon
Young Adult Christmas Party
December 11, 2008
Join us for our annual Young Adult Christmas party!!
There will be food, music, fun and even a visit from Santa!! Tickets purchased in advance are $15 per person. No charge for children but if you would like Santa to give your child a gift, please bring one. For more information contact Joe or Laura Ferlita at 847-809-5636 or lferlita@holyfamilyparish.org.

Young Adult Eucharistic Adoration Communities

TO WORSHIP TOGETHER IN…

Spirit & Truth is for young adults in their 20s and 30s —single or married—who would like to grow in their Catholic faith in fellowship with their peers. There are 5 Spirit & Truth communities throughout the Diocese of Rockford and Joliet, with 2 beginning to form in the Archdiocese of Chicago.

Fox Valley Spirit & Truth will meet every Monday night in Holy Cross Catholic Church, Batavia at 7:00 PM for spiritual formation, Eucharistic Adoration and fellowship. There is no commitment to join anything. You may just come when you are available! We also have an open gym monthly at the parish for volleyball/basketball.

For more information go to www.spiritandtruthillinois.org or call:

Fr. Fasano, 630/879-4750, Alex Browning, 630/272-0937, or Cori Miles, 630/232-2210

Bible Study

I thought I'd post up here in case anyone wasn't aware but interested. We run a Sunday night bible study from about 7-9p. We are currently studying the gospel of John. The location changes from week to week so email me at aschlere@sbcglobal.net for this week's location. I hope to see you there!

EWTN's Family Celebration in Illinois!

You are invited to attend EWTN Global Catholic Network's Family Celebration on the campus of Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois on October 4 & 5, 2008. This is a free, no tickets required event, will feature talks by Fr. Mitch Pacwa, Fr. Benedict Groeschel, Marcus Grodi, Rosalind Moss and others. Check EWTN's website at www.ewtn.com for details or call 1-205-795-5820, Monday thru Friday, 8am-5pm CST.

Interested? Email Jackie and maybe we could get a group together and carpool down there. jaclk82@hotmail.com

YAM-NW Events and Activities

Ministry Spotlight

The NW Suburban Young Adult Ministry ("YAM-NW") is a network of Catholic men and women in their 20s and 30s living and working in the northwest suburbs of Chicago.

Their goal is to connect young adults with others their age and to bring them closer to God, and in so doing, help them discover their gifts, learn more about their faith, and give them opportunities to do good works and give back to others and the world.

Here are some of their upcoming events or visit their web site at

http://yamnworg.homestead.com/

Coming Soon

Corn Maze and Hay Ride

Saturday, September 27th - Richardson Farm & Corn Maze in Spring Grove

Join us for dinner and s’mores over the bonfire, a sunset wagon hayride, and the experience of getting lost in the “world’s largest corn maze.”

More info to come!


The YACHT Club NW is a monthly dinner and speaker series on the third Thursday each and every month (except July). YACHT Club gives young adults the chance to hear great speakers, discuss issues of faith, and network with other men and women in their 20s and 30s in a fun, comfortable setting.

THIS MONTH
Thursday, September 11, 2008

Location: TBA

Our speaker this month is Mary Deeley.

Her topic is “Catholicism: Boring? Irrelevant? Untrue?”


6:00 p.m. Gathering & Drinks

6:30 p.m. Dinner

7:30 p.m. Presentation



COST: $5.00 payable (by cash) at the door, plus the cost of dinner and drinks. Entrees (of which vegetarian options are available) range in price from $10 to $20, which is payable at the time of admission. No checks or credit cards please.

Reservations are highly recommended

RSVP: Mandy Dillon at mandy@yamnw.org.




What better way to stay in shape and hang out with Young Adults single or married than with YAM-NW Sports?!

The 2008 Spring/Summer Softball League has concluded. The championship was earned by the Angels!

Registration is now being accepted for the Fall Volleyball League. We will be playing games starting Sept. 8 through Dec. 15 from 8-10 p.m. at St. Thomas of Villanova Church in Palatine. Registration is only $20 for the entire season! For more information, click on the 2008 Volleyball link on the left side of the page.

For general information on Young Adult Athletics, please e-mail us at yamnwsports@yahoo.com. Hope to see you at our events!

Extreme Makeover: Faith Edition - Update

Illusionist Ryne Strom will be presenting an evening of mesmerizing entertainment.
Norris Cultural Arts Centers Presents
Imagination
Saturday, July 26, 2008 at 7:30p
Tickets will be on sale after masses during the coming weekends. Tickets are $10 Adults, $5 Children, and $20 Family Pass. ALL PROCEEDS will go to benefit the project.