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Praise & Worship @ St. Charles Borromeo
Upper Room, above Church
3304 N. Washington Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22201
(Clarendon Metro stop)

Thursday 10/02/2008 (first Thursdays of the month)
7:00pm Prayer Team meets in Chapel to pray for intentions (submit intentions in box in chapel or email faith.n.prayers@gmail.com)
7:30pm Praise & Worship, followed by Young Adult Fellowship

volunteer @ S.O.M.E. with STAY
St. Thomas Apostle Church
2665 Woodley Rd. NW
Washington, DC 20008
(Woodley Park Metro stop)

Saturday 10/18/2008 (third Saturdays of the month)
10:30am meet on the front steps of the Church to travel together to S.O.M.E. and serve lunch from 11:00am to 1:00pm.  Please note that neither open shoes nor shorts are allowed while serving lunch.  Also, you will be provided with a hair net, or you may choose to bring a hat of your own.  Please RSVP to Jae at jsequus@yahoo.com. 

volunteer for IONA with STAY
St. Thomas Apostle Church
2665 Woodley Rd. NW
Washington, DC 20008
(Woodley Park Metro stop)

Saturday 10/25/2008 @ 9:45am

meet on the front steps of the Church to deliver meals to homebound seniors from 9:45am to 12:00pm.  Please RSVP to Kristi at kristikeveney@hotmail.com. 

Apologetics @ St. Thomas More

Burke Hall (located under the Cathedral)
St. Thomas More Cathedral
3901 Cathedral Ln.
Arlington, VA 22204

Sunday 10/05/2008
Sunday 10/12/2008
Sunday 10/19/2008
Sunday 10/26/2008

6:15pm - 7:30pm (weekly on Sundays, following 5:00pm Mass)

All Young Adults are welcome to join the apologetics group at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More.  We will be discussing various issues related to Church teaching and giving defenses for the Church's teachings.  This is not simply a question and answer group, but rather one where the various issues are discussed in depth.  We will talk about a new issue each week.  Please join us, and if you have any questions please contact Deacon Christopher at cvaccaro21@yahoo.com. 

Pray for Life with St. Charles Borromeo

St. Charles Borromeo
3304 N. Washington Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22201
(Clarendon Metro stop)

Saturday 10/18/2008 (third Saturdays of the month)

We invite you to join the Respect Life Committee of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in prayer in front of the abortion center at 900 S. Washington St. (Lee Hwy.) in Falls Church, VA (near East Falls Church Metro stop). 
Here is a rough schedule for the day:
6:15am meet in parking lot of St. Charles Borromeo and carpool to abortion center
6:30am arrive at abortion center and pray for life: Morning Prayer, Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet, various hymns, & spontaneous prayers
8:15am leave for Mass by car
8:30am Mass at St. James Catholic Church
9:15am Midmorning Prayer, Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet, various hymns, & spontaneous prayers
9:30am Novena for Life in honor of Our Lady of Sorrows
11:00am or 12:00pm return to St. Charles Borromeo
Please feel free to come and leave as you choose.  As we will be attending Mass together, please dress appropriately and wear your Sunday best!  Contact Respect Life at respectlife@stcharleschurch.org. 

Praise, Worship, & Adoration @ St. Leo's

St. Leo the Great
3700 Old Lee Hwy.
Fairfax, VA 22030

Saturday 10/04/2008 (first Saturdays of the month)
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Spend an evening in the Presence of Our Lord, with music provided by the Catholic group Vision.  For more information, contact Therese at downeysva@cox.net. 

Our Lady of Lourdes Young Adults Mass & Social

Our Lady of Lourdes
830 S. 23rd St.
Arlington, VA 22202

Sunday 10/05/2008
7:00pm Mass, followed by Social

Join Young Adults from Our Lady of Lourdes for a monthly Mass and social on the first Sunday of the month.  All Young Adults are invited to attend. 

Saints Series @ St. Agnes

Saint Agnes School Library
1914 N. Randolph St.
Arlington, VA 22207

Thursday 10/02/2008 @ 7:30pm
Thursday 10/16/2008 @ 7:30pm
(first & third Thursdays of the month)

Join us for our regular Saints discussion series to learn about a Saint or Blessed!  To get to the St. Agnes School Library, enter the rear parking lot toward the main entrance and take a sharp left.  Head down the stairs that lead to the library.  Contact Rob at rlee9112@yahoo.com. 

Basketball @ St. Charles Borromeo
School Gym, above Church
3304 N. Washington Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22201
(Clarendon Metro stop)

Thursday 10/02/2008 @ 8:15pm
Sunday 10/05/2008 @ 4:00pm
Thursday 10/09/2008 @ 8:15pm
Sunday 10/12/2008 @ 4:00pm
Thursday 10/16/2008 @ 8:15pm
Sunday 10/19/2008 @ 4:00pm
Thursday 10/23/2008 @ 8:15pm
Sunday 10/26/2008 @ 4:00pm
Thursday 10/30/2008 @ 8:15pm

(every Thursday & Sunday - email first to confirm!)

Contact Dave at davidjtheis@yahoo.com for more details and to confirm (attendance is better at some times versus others). 

Capitol Hill Book Club

St. Joseph's
313 2nd St. NE
Washington, DC 20002
(Union Station Metro stop)

Ebenezer's Coffeehouse
201 F St. NE
Washington, DC 20002
(Union Station Metro stop)

Saturday 10/25/2008
9:00am Mass @ St. Joseph's
9:45am book discussion @ Ebenezer's Coffeehouse

Please join us for a monthly book discussion with Young Adults from across Capitol Hill.  In preparation for our discussions, please see the list below and be ready to discuss the books selected. 

10/25/2008 Rome Sweet Home by Scott Hahn
The well-known and very popular Catholic couple, Scott and Kimberly Hahn, have been speaking all over North America for the last few years about their conversion to the Catholic Church.  Now these two outstanding Catholic apologists tell in their own words about the incredible spiritual journey that led them to embrace Catholicism.  Scott Hahn was a Presbyterian minister, the top student in his seminary class, a brilliant Scripture scholar, and militantly anti-Catholic...until he reluctantly began to discover that his "enemy" had all the right answers.  Kimberly, also a top-notch theology student in the seminary, is the daughter of a well-known Protestant minister, and went through a tremendous "dark night of the soul" after Scott converted to Catholicism.  Written with simplicity, charity, grace, and wit, the Hahns' deep love and knowledge of Christ and of Scripture is evident and contagious throughout their story. 

11/22/2008 The Problem of Pain by C.S. Lewis
The Problem of Pain answers the universal question, "Why would an all-loving, all-knowing God allow people to experience pain and suffering?"  Master Christian apologist C.S. Lewis asserts that pain is a problem because our finite, human minds selfishly believe that pain-free lives would prove that God loves us.  In truth, by asking for this, we want God to love us less, not more than he does.  Lewis succeeds in lifting the reader from his frame of reference by artfully capitulating these topics into a conversational tone, which makes his assertions easy to swallow and even easier to digest. 

12/20/2008 The Power and the Glory by Graham Greene
Greene's masterpiece of a "whiskey priest" on the run: In a poor, remote section of southern Mexico, the Red Shirts have taken control.  God has been outlawed, and the priests have been systematically hunted down and killed.  Now, the last priest strives to overcome physical and moral cowardice in order to find redemption. 

For more information, contact Jennifer at jenniferhdaniels@gmail.com. 

Catholic Underground @ St. Charles Borromeo
3304 N. Washington Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22201
(Clarendon Metro stop)

Saturday 10/25/2008
7:30pm Praise, Worship, & musical performance

Join Young Adults from across the Diocese of Arlington for an evening of Praise & Worship, followed by a musical performance. 

All Night Vigil @ St. Agnes
1914 N. Randolph St.
Arlington, VA 22207

Friday 10/03/2008 (first Fridays of the month)
9:00pm Mass, followed by Confession, prayers, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, and closing with another Mass at 1:00am

Come by for the Mass, parts of the vigil, or offer up a true sacrifice and remain the entire time!  Questions?  Contact Greg at greg.melencio@gmail.com. 

Christ in the City @ St. Patrick's
619 10th St. NW
Washington, DC 20001
(Metro Center or Gallery Place Metro stops)

Thursday 10/09/2008 (second Thursdays of the month, except July & August)
7:00pm Rosary
7:30pm Praise, Worship, Adoration, & Confession, followed by Young Adult Fellowship nearby

Join Young Adults from all over the DC metro area for an evening of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.  Come, kneel in reverence before the Real Presence of Our Lord in Eucharistic Adoration. 

Free parking is available in the parking garage on 10th St. between G St. & H St.  You must get your ticket validated in the sacristy after Adoration.  Sometimes there will be a sign that says that the lot is full, when there really are parking spaces available.  If the sign does say full, please do not let this deter you!  Let the parking attendant know that you are with St. Patrick's Church, and they should allow you to park there. 

Tridentine Latin Mass @ St. Mary, Mother of God
727 Fifth St. NW
Washington, DC 20001
(Gallery Place Metro stop)

Sunday 10/12/2008 (second Sundays of the month, except July & August)
5:00pm Tridentine Mass, followed by Young Adult fellowship

With the permission of the Archbishop of Washington, Mass is celebrated at St. Mary's according to the 1962 Missal, or "Tridentine" rite.  If you are unfamiliar with this ancient form of the Mass, you will be better able to appreciate it if you take a moment before Mass begins to ask someone to help you find a Latin/English Missal. 

TURF (The Upper Room Fellowship) Praise & Worship
St. Mary's Lyceum
313 Duke St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
(King Street Metro stop and take King Street Trolley)

Thursday 10/09/2008 (second Thursdays of the month)
8:00pm Praise & Worship, followed by Young Adult Fellowship

The Upper Room Fellowship holds weekly evening prayer and praise meetings at St. Mary's in Old Town Alexandria.  The spirituality is charismatic Catholic with an ecumenical emphasis, and everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.  Be sure to stop by and experience the Lord in a fresh way! 

TURF (The Upper Room Fellowship) Small Groups
St. Mary's Lyceum
313 Duke St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
(King Street Metro stop and take King Street Trolley)

Thursday 10/16/2008 (third Thursdays of the month)
8:00pm Small Group Prayer Sessions, followed by Young Adult Fellowship

The Upper Room Fellowship holds weekly evening prayer and praise meetings at St. Mary's in Old Town Alexandria.  The spirituality is charismatic Catholic with an ecumenical emphasis, and everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.  Be sure to stop by and experience the Lord in a fresh way! 

TURF (The Upper Room Fellowship) Guest Speaker
St. Mary's Lyceum
313 Duke St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
(King Street Metro stop and take King Street Trolley)

Thursday 10/23/2008 (fourth Thursdays of the month)
8:00pm Guest Speaker, followed by Young Adult Fellowship

The Upper Room Fellowship holds weekly evening prayer and praise meetings at St. Mary's in Old Town Alexandria.  The spirituality is charismatic Catholic with an ecumenical emphasis, and everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.  Be sure to stop by and experience the Lord in a fresh way! 

Theology on Tap @ Ireland's Four Fields
3412 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20008
(Cleveland Park Metro stop)

7:00pm "happy half-hour"
7:30pm speaker presentation, followed by Q & A

Being Catholic 24/7 series
Tuesday 10/07/2008 - Prayer: Who, What, When, Where, Why, & How by Joanne Cahoon "Pray without ceasing."  1 Thes 5:17
Tuesday 10/14/2008 - Take Your God to Work Day: The Meaning of Our Work by Raymond Bradley "Whatever you do, do from the heart, as for the Lord and not for others."  Col 3:23
Tuesday 10/21/2008 - Building Strong Relationships from the Ground Up by Dr. Andre Leyva "Love one another with mutual affection; anticipate one another in showing honor."  Rom 12:10
Tuesday 10/28/2008 - Saturday Night to Sunday Morning: Smooth Transition? by Fr. William Byrne "Live in a manner worthy of the call you have received."  Eph 4:1

The Archdiocese of Washington's Theology on Tap offers the opportunity to reflect on how the Catholic faith relates to your life in contemporary society. 
+ You must be 21 or older.  Please drink intelligently.  Don't drink and drive: use a designated driver or alternate transportation. 
+ Did you miss a crucial Theology of Tap?  Happily, you can still attend and purchase your copy of prior talks or have a friend pick one up for you!  Or you can download them online from the Archdiocese of Washington site. 

Theology on Tap @ Pat Troy's
111 N. Pitt St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
(King Street Metro stop and take King Street Trolley)

7:00pm "happy half-hour"
7:30pm speaker presentation, followed by Q & A

Monday 10/20/2008 - The Road to Damascus: An Apostle's Journey from Darkness to Light by Salvatore Ciresi, Professor Christendom Notre Dame Graduate School & Director of St. Jerome Biblical Guild
Monday 10/27/2008 - Saying Yes to Christ: Your Call to Service by Fr. John Cregan, Bishop Delegate for Clergy of The Diocese of Arlington & Pastor Blessed Sacrament Church in Alexandria, VA

+ Did you miss a crucial Theology of Tap?  Then click on over to the Arlington Diocese to listen in...or listen again! 

Why Be Catholic @ Blessed Sacrament
1427 W. Braddock Rd.
Alexandria, VA 22302

7:30pm speaker presentation, followed by Q & A

Wednesday 10/01/2008 - Why Not Be Catholic? by Ray McKenna, Founder of Catholic Athletes for Christ
Wednesday 10/08/2008 - Scripture & Tradition by Father JD Jaffe, Chaplain Paul VI High School
Wednesday 10/15/2008 - Faith & Reason by Father David Toups, Associate Director US Bishops' Conference Committee for Clergy, Consecrated Life, & Vocations and Author of Reclaiming Our Priestly Character
Wednesday 10/22/2008 - Sacraments & Stuff by Sr. Clare Hunter, Director of Arlington Diocese Respect Life Office & Fr. Andrew Fisher, Parochial Vicar of Queen of Apostles

Why Be Catholic Series is a speaker series designed for Catholics and non-Catholics.  Talks will be in the main Church, followed by a question & answer session with refreshments right across the hall.  Contact Susan at (703) 998-6100 x12 for more information. 

+ Great opportunity to bring along a friend who has questions about the Catholic faith. 
+ Great opportunity for Catholics who just aren't convinced that the Church is "for them." 

Northwest Center Indian Summer Ball

The Organization of American States
17th St. & Constitution Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20006

Saturday 10/11/2008 9:00pm - 1:00am

All proceeds provide vital support for The Northwest Center.  Founded over 25 years ago, The Northwest Center has helped over 38,000 women and children in the Washington DC area.  It operates two complementary programs: a crisis pregnancy center and a maternity home.  In 2007 the pregnancy center provided over 3,258 women and children with life-affirming assistance, by providing counseling and material assistance, as well as access to pre-natal care, medical and legal services, educational opportunities, job training, child care, and housing.  In 2007, the maternity home provided a safe home and comprehensive services to 7 pregnant women and 11 children.  The Northwest Center receives no government funding.  It is supported solely by the generous support of individuals, churches, and foundations.  It is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt charity. 

$90/ticket or 2 tickets for $165
Supporter for $250 (2 Ball tickets and a listing at the event)
Friend for $500 (4 Ball tickets, 2 pre-Ball VIP Reception tickets, and a listing)
Patron for $1,000 (6 Ball tickets, 4 VIP reception tickets, and a listing)
Benefactor for $2,500 (10 Ball tickets, 6 VIP reception tickets, and a listing)
Co-Chair for $5,000 (20 Ball tickets, 10 VIP reception tickets, and a listing)
For more information, see www.northwestcenter.net/ball2008.html or contact northwestcenter@verizon.net. 

All Saints Vigil @ Dominican House

Dominican House of Studies
487 Michigan Ave. NE
Washington, DC 20017
(Brookland Metro stop)

Wednesday 10/31/2008 @ 7:30pm

Join hundreds of area Catholics, including many Young Adults and Religious, as we celebrate the Saints of the Church.  The Vigil includes readings from the Lives of the Saints, Compline, a procession to our house reliquary, and a reception following afterwards.  Be sure to arrive early! 

Old Rag Hike with DC Young Adults

Old Rag Mountain

Saturday 10/18/2008

The next Young Adult Outdoor Adventure is hiking Old Rag Mountain, past Sperryville, VA.  This is the strenuous 7 mile loop of Old Rag Mountain in the Shenandoah National Park.  Old Rag is known to be the best hike in Virginia with great views and a challenging rock scramble!  Did I already mention that this is a strenuous hike with an elevation change of over 2000 feet?  This hike is not for beginners!  So if you are feeling adventurous and looking for some great views and good exercise with incredible people, RSVP to Laura at yam@adw.org.