Grow in the Spiritual Life


Young Adult Spiritual Direction
One-on-one spiritual direction has ancient roots in the tradition of
Catholic spirituality.  By meeting regularly (once or twice per month,
for about an hour) with a spiritual director, you learn to open your
mind and heart in ever-deepening trust to the movement of the 
Holy Spirit in your life.  There is no cost for direction, but it does
require a serious commitment to personal prayer.  For more
information, contact Fr. John:   frjohnkartje@gmail.com

Sacraments
To schedule appointments please contact Fr. John: frjohnkartje@gmail.com

Reconciliation
- Schedule a time to celebrate this powerful
sacrament of healing at a time that is prayerful and convenient
for you.  Don't just "go to Confession,"  seek to be reconciled with
God and your neighbor.

Marriage - Are you seeking a Catholic marriage?  We can help you
celebrate the sacrament at St.Thomas Apostle, or assist you with
marriage preparation for a wedding to be celebrated elsewhere.
Please make an appointment to discuss your marriage plans.

Thinking about joining the Catholic Church? - If you (or someone
you know) are considering becoming Catholic, we can help you
discern that option and discuss what the process and prayer
of coming into communion with the Roman Catholic Church would
involve.
STAY with the Spirit
Programs in Young Adult Spirituality
Fall 2007 Offerings


Thur. Oct. 18     Marriage Prep for
                          the UN-engaged  >>
Thur. Nov. 15     Spirituality of the Catholic Mass:
                           Explaining  the Words, Symbols,
                           and Gestures of the Liturgy  >>
Sat. Dec. 1        STAY Advent Retreat -
                          Franciscan Monastery
                          (NE Washington)  >>
Ongoing Offerings
Young Adult Small Faith Groups  >>
Small Faith Groups are communities of 8-10 individuals who gather
regularly (usually once per month) in their own apartments to
share prayer, conversation, and their experiences on the spiritual
journey.  STAY can help you form a new group, or place you into
an existing group.  Check here for more information.  >>
Could you use a good prayer on
your morning commute?
Try the Metro Prayer  >>

Photo: Bob Sullivan
Sun. Nov. 4       Special Commemoration
                          of the Dead at 7:30 Mass  >>