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Parish Lenten Program

The Tragic and Triumphant Cross

There are many ways to participate in our Lenten Program:

1. Small Group Home Discussions
2. Lecture style on Thursday 9:45 a.m. or 7:00 pm. In WC on Feb. 25, March 4 & 11
3. Individual Reflection

All participants will get a flyer that has ideas for conversations with children and teens, using the materials in the book. Call Sr. Carol at 253-5171 to register.

All parish households, whether participating in the program or not are encouraged to check out this: Lent-calendar-2010

The “Answer the Call,” Annual Catholic Men’s Conference, will be held on Saturday March 20, 2010 at The Music Hall in Cincinnati, OH from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The conference has been held in Cincinnati every year since 1994, and it will bring together up to 3,000 men for a prayerful, spirit-filled, life changing day. It will bring together men from across the area who are seeking God’s Face for a prayerful, spirit-filled, life changing day. We will hear a number of inspirational speakers who will talk about their faith and how we men can grow spiritually and enrich our relationships in family, marriage, parish and the workplace. There will also be time for fellowship, singing, confessions and Mass.

The outstanding line-up of speakers includes:

Brian Rooney, a retired Marine captain, national champion college football player and Iraq war veteran, has often been a featured guest on television and radio shows across the nation. Brian is the Director of Communications for the Thomas More Law Center whose mission is to promote the religious freedom of Christians, time-honored family values and the sanctity of human life. Brian is also on the Board of the Pittsburgh Steelers, is married and the father of three young children.

Jim Gruden is a lay Pastoral Minister, a Senior Design Engineer and retired Major in the Air Force Reserve. Although a Catholic his whole life, it wasn’t until 1997 that he began to encounter the true presence of Christ in the Eucharist through Eucharistic devotion. The impact on his life has been surprising, amazing and life saving. Jim has given his testimony to a number of men’s fellowship groups in the Southwestern Ohio area. He is married with three children.

Jack McKeon, a two time National League Manager of the Year, a former manager the Cincinnati Reds and at 72 is the oldest manager to win a World Series when his Marlins won in 2003. As a child during the Great Depression, Jack learned discipline and to earn everything you get. He is a speaker and writer, with a book called “I’m Just Getting Started.” Jack lives with his wife in Elon, North Carolina and is grandfather of nine grandchildren.

Fr. Mark Burger Pastor, St. John parish, West Chester, Ohio, was recognized as one of the most impactful conference presenters. He will return to lead us into a deeper relationship with Christ and guide us through the Reconciliation Service.

The program will conclude following a Mass concelebrated by over 60 local Bishops and Priests. Ticket price is only $40/adult and $20/student, including lunch. Tickets order forms for the Ascension block seating are available beginning January 30/31 after all masses. Reservations are accepted by calling Mike, 435-5974. Plan to join men from our Parish and thousands of other Catholic men from all over the area to support one another and affirm their spiritual visions of Marriage, Families and Church.