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A ministry of Holy Apostles, St.
John's, St. Mark's, Risen Christ, Our Lady of the Rosary, Sacred Heart, and St.
Mary's
"Consistently
Present, Simply and Spiritually Elegant"
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Ministry
Announcements
Welcome
to an Exciting Opportunity!
Come and take part in our
ministry, the seven catholic parishes of Ada County are supporting this outreach
to all catholic and interested young adults in the Treasure Valley. Check
out the opportunities our programs and events can provide you. I think you
will find something for everyone. Our Bishop, Michael Driscoll, has called
us to be "All at the Table" and it is my fervent prayer that young adults from
all over the Treasure Valley regardless of your level of affiliation or
experience with the Catholic church, will come to the waters of this ministry and
drink from the cup of life that is Jesus Christ. You do not need to knock
because our door is always open! May God bless you and keep you!
Always In the Service of Christ,
Robert Barros-Bailey Jr.,
Director, Treasure Valley Young Adult Ministry
Our Mission
Engaging Treasure Valley young adults,
over 18, married and single, with the Catholic Church, the good news of Jesus
Christ, and each another through spiritual, social and service programs. Whether
you are 18, 25, 32,40 or just "young at heart", come join us as we hear, share
and live our faith as a community of believers.
Our Programs
Theology on Tap
is an exciting event for
Catholic Young Adults and their friends, in their 20s and 30s, married and
single, to meet together in local restaurants, listen to a speaker, and gain new
insights into faith, engage in discussion focused on Catholic themes, share
their own faith experiences, relax, eat, drink and have fun! Whether
your an active Catholic, inactive Catholic, sort of interested in being Catholic,
or a 'Wow" these Catholics are cool to hang out with kind of person; come on
down to Theology on Tap and get in touch with the Good News in a whole new way.
Holy Grounds
is a Spiritual Coffee House Series sponsored by the Treasure Valley Young
Adult Ministry. Mix in some Jesus, Good Joe, and Acoustical Jams with new
friends, new faces, and plenty of graces! Yes – we’re talking about Holy
Grounds! The night will begin with acoustical music at 6:30 p.m., coffee, tea and refreshments throughout, a speaker at
6:45 p.m. followed by a social afterwards. Grab some Coffee or
Tea, enjoy a phenomenal speaker who will encourage you on your Advent or
Pentecost journey, enjoy some lively discussion and music, and then hang out
afterwards. Come and experience Holy Grounds; change your life over a cup of
coffee.
For Your Marriage?
Ministry for the Recently Married
is a newly married group is here to provide a fun and faith filled social
environment where couples married less than 24 months can learn from each other,
the church and nurture a life long sacramental relationship. Monthly
meetings will begin soon and will include presentations, discussion, fun filled
activities, prayer and refreshments.
Thank GOD it's First Friday
(TGIFF)
is a Mass focused on bringing a sense of understanding, reverence and
community to Catholic young adults in the Treasure Valley. The mass will
feature innovative music, education on the liturgy, and a
community dinner
afterwards with a focus on the Gospel message presented during the Mass.
Spirit and Truth
is a time for young adults to come before God with their worries, troubles, sins
and questions, in the company of like-minded people in search of the truth. Because of the intense prayer that occurs at a
Spirit & Truth meeting, many people feel very clear and peaceful upon departing.
It resembles a mini-retreat. Young adult life can
also be a lonely time for many. Spirit & Truth becomes a very consoling place
for those who desire to be in the company of others who are also in similar
places in their lives. Rather than provide merely social events, this initiative
offers young adults (18-40 or the young at heart) the opportunity to go deep in
their relationship with God while forming relationships that are rooted in more
than good food and drink. The young adults who attend Spirit & Truth will
undoubtedly find peace in Christ, bonded friendships, the truths of our faith
and life in the Holy Spirit.
Trinity Retreat for Young
Adults
is a weekend experience in Christian living designed for young adults (ages
18-35). Participants spend time listening, laughing, singing, reflecting, and
discussing things about themselves, others and God. Participants will
experience the Trinity through a week-end of three. three groups, three different activities
- done
three times, three meals, three liturgies, three discussions, three teachings,
three activities, and three goals for spiritual
development.
Treasure Valley Catholic Sports
is a activities-based ministry serving young adults through
high-quality, efficiently run, coed* sporting events. We are
committed to enriching the lives of participants spiritually and socially. While
geared toward Catholics, we welcome participants from all faiths, our activities
are co-ed and are open to all skill levels and to those newer to a sport who
simply want to enjoy Christian fellowship.
Covenant House Vigil
for Homeless Youth
is an event that seeks to keep the light of hope burning for homeless youth as
part of the Annual Candlelight Vigil being organized by Covenant House
International. The vigil coincides with National Hunger and Homelessness
Awareness Week in November of each year. Treasure valley Young Adult
Ministry invites the public to join the Candlelight Vigil in November of 2009
Council for Leadership Among Young adults
(CLAY)
is a team of faith-filled young adults who want to make a difference
by serving this ministry not only within their parish, but, throughout the
valley by bringing a commitment of leadership to young adult ministry.
TVYAM on MySpace - Our Virtual
Ministry!
TVYAM on
FaceBook - Our Virtual Ministry
Contact Us
Treasure Valley Young Adult Ministry
Saint Paul's Catholic Center
1915 University Drive
Boise, Idaho 83706
208-371-8289
tvyamtalk@gmail.com
Recommended
Websites
Official Sites
Vatican:
www.vatican.va
United States Catholic Conference of Bishops:
www.usccb.org
Daily Mass readings: www.usccb.org/nab
The New American Bible:
www.usccb.org/nab/bible/
Other Sites
Busted Halo: www.bustedhalo.com
Catholic On-Line: www.catholic.org
Catholic.Net: www.catholic.net
Catholic Answers: www.catholic.com
CatholiCity: www.catholicity.com
The Rosary: www.rosary.org
American Catholic:
www.americancatholic.org
Liturgy of the Hours:
www.liturgyhours.org
Catholic Singles Site:
www.catholicmatch.com
Catholic Singles Site:
www.avemariasingles.com
EWTN - Global Catholic Television Network:
www.ewtn.com
National Catholic Reporter:
National Catholic Register Newspaper:
www.ncregister.com
This Ministry
would like to Thank:
- Piney Woods Web Design in Garden Valley
for graciously hosting this website.
- Deacon Chuck Skoro and St. Paul's
Catholic Student Center for providing us with an office.
- The Pastors of the seven parishes of Ada
County for having the vision (and money) to make this ministry possible.
- The staff of the seven parishes of Ada
County for the valuable assistance and work they provide this ministry.
- All the young adults who not only
believe, but live their beliefs, you are the reason we are here!!
Copyright © 2008
Treasure Valley Young Adult Ministry
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