St. John the Baptist of New Brighton

SEARCH & DISCOVER. Now is the time to explore vocation choices for single men and women, 18 - 40, on the weekend of July 14 - 16 at Christ the King Retreat House in Buffalo, Minnesota. Are you on a search for new meaning and direction in your life? Are you hoping to discover how God calls you to live your life each day? Are you eager to meet others who are asking the same questions? The cost is only $70, and scholarships are available through Sister Kathleen Atkinson at (701) 255-1520. Or, e-mail your request with any questions to vocations@annunciationmonastery.org. Also, scholarships are available through St. John's by calling Father Magnuson, (651) 633-8333, ext. 1214.

TAKE A PILGRIMAGE to the Shrines of France, September 26 - October 6, 2006, with Father Skluzacek! There are limited seats available, so please act quickly. The total fee package per person is $3,045. The pilgrimage will begin in Lourdes, the approved Marian apparition site famous for many spiritual and physical healings. Paris and Lisieux are cities included in the itinerary, including the Shrine of the Miraculous Medal and Notre Dame Cathedral. To take advantage of this opportunity, call Judy & Don Robinson toll-free, 1-888-694-2554, and visit the Marian Tours website, www.marian-tours.com, for more information.

CATHEDRAL YOUNG ADULTS are hosting the Theology on Tap series at Sweeney's Saloon in St. Paul (96 Dale Street North, 651-221-9157) every Wednesday evening through July 19 at 7:00 p.m. This week's topic for July 12, Christian Feminity! Theology on Tap is a very popular series, and it is free! All young adults, 21 - 39, single or married, are most welcome. See our St. Paul Plaza bulletin boards for a complete listing, or check for details at: cya@cathedralsaintpaul.org.

GETTING MARRIED:

Y Karen Kramber & Mike Flanagan on Saturday, July 15, at 2:00 p.m. in St. John's Church

Y Jacquelyn Webb & Eathan Senogles on Saturday, July 22, at 2:00 p.m. in St. John's Church

Y Holly Honnold & Cristiano Peixeira on Saturday, July 22, at St. Mary's in Tomahawk, Wisconsin

CEAP: Community Emergency Assistance Program is throwing a premiere fundraising event by presenting the Music Man on Thursday, July 13, at 7:00 p.m., at the Lyric Arts Main Street Stage in Anoka, 420 East Main. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for a silent auction and refreshments. Tickets for the entire evening are only $35/person. For more information, please call (763) 566-9600.

NACEL OPEN DOOR is an international student exchange program that gives students from all over the world the opportunity to study in the United States. There are students who will be attending Totino-Grace High School in the fall, but they still need host families. To learn more, please call Katie Mayer at (651) 686-0080.


	JustFAITH helps you learn how to reflect. Do you find that your life is rapidly moving from one year to the next, and that you have little time to reflect on what it means to live the Gospel as Jesus asks us to do? Consider joining a JustFAITH group that helps answer this question through reflection, study, prayer, and community. For additional information about the JustFAITH program, please contact: Marilyn DeMarais at (763) 571-6998 or marilyn.demarais@gmail.com; and Ann Riley at (651) 628-9592 or amriley@comcast.net.


	PRAYER LINE Call one of these numbers with your prayer requests. All requests are confidential. (651) 633-1618 / (651) 636-5251

a social group for divorced, widowed, and single men and women. Meets the second Tuesday of each month from 7:00 - 8:30 PM for socializing and snacks. The door is open; you're always welcome! Call Anne Marie for information, (651) 633-8333, ext. 1237. Upcoming Events:

Showboat/Harriet Island - "45 Minutes from Broadway," 2:30 PM matinee on Saturday, August 19 & 26. Tickets $16; MUST reserve tickets by Monday, July 10, to confirm seats. Call Mary Kay at (612) 782-3872.

Tuesday, July 11 - Monthly Meeting (new room) - Join the group from 7:00 - 8:30 PM at St. John's in Room 108 (lower level) for socializing, snacks, and to plan events.

Sunday, December 10, Lori Line Christmas Concert - at 3:00 PM. Tickets are $50 each for adults; $29 each for kids 13 & under. Must RSVP & PAY for tickets no later than Thursday, July 20! Call Linda at (651) 636-6713.

Interested in Biking (1 - 3 hours)? - Call Bob, (651) 690-4162, for details; bike rentals are available.

Walking Wednesdays (through August) - Meet at Long Lake Regional Park (beach area) at 6:30 PM. 1^st Wednesday, Hot Dog Roast (bring eats); 3^rd Wednesday, snack to share. For details, call Bob at (651) 690-4162.

500 Game Nights - 1^st & 3^rd Thursdays of each month from 7:00 - 9:00 PM in Room 210; Carol, (763) 572-0346.