Have you heard lies like these? Our culture seems to think that young adults are leaving Catholicism in droves, rebelling against organized religion, and rejecting the teachings of the Church. I see the opposite.
Via Fidei is a movement among young adults in the Cedar Rapids area, dedicated to spreading zeal for the Catholic faith and passion for a life of devotion. The phrase means ‘the way of faith’ in Latin. Via Fidei is a movement of young hearts who gather for prayer, study, socials, athletics, and outreach. We have weekly, monthly, and one-time events. All events are always open to new people. Inspired by the Holy Spirit, Via Fidei wants to reach out to young adults searching for more and journey with them towards a life of deeper faith. We hope to inspire those in our community to live a life set afire by the Spirit, in love with the Heart of Jesus, and devoted to God our Father. Young adults in their 20s and 30s are welcome to join our community. We aspire to reach a greater number of young professionals and college aged students who are searching for a Catholic community. If you hold concern for our generation and the future of the Church, be encouraged. The Holy Spirit is tearing through this town and lighting hearts on fire. We are young, we are passionate, we are Via Fidei. Learn more about the movement and connect with our community by clicking on the image above.
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Summertime often includes time off from work, plans for vacation, attendance at baseball games, and time with family enjoying picnics and swimming. Summer means relaxation and a break from normal routine. The summer months can also be the perfect opportunity for spiritual growth. Here are a few suggestions to encourage your spiritual relationship with Christ, shared ways to get involved to deepen your faith, and keep God close throughout the summer: - Invite a friend or family member to join you at Mass. - Consider reading the Gospel of Mark. Start with a short prayer asking the Holy Spirit to be with you. Try and read for 5 minutes each day. - Next time someone asks you to pray for them, don't wait to leave to begin the prayer at another time. Pray right there with them. It could be as simple as an Our Father or a Hail Mary or you can pray spontaneously. - Go for a hike in nature and take pictures, write a poem or draw a picture. While you hike, thank God for everything that you see. You could even go stargazing one night. - Take a pilgrimage this summer. A pilgrimage is a journey a pilgrim makes to a sacred place for the purpose of venerating it or to ask for heavenly aid, and ultimately to come to know God better. Here are some places in Iowa you could visit this summer: Cathedral of St. Raphael - Dubuque Basilica of St. Francis Xavier - Dyerville Smallest Church in Iowa - Fort Atkinson - Pictures are from here New Melleray Abbey - Peosta Trinity Heights - Sioux City Outdoor Way of the Cross - St. Donatus West Bend Grotto - West Bend Grotto at Mount Mercy University or Prairiewoods are right here in town - When driving in the car, turn on Christian Music or pray. If it is a long road trip, consider praying the Rosary or Chaplet of Divine Mercy. Here is a Catholic Radio Station KMMK at 88.7fm. Here are a couple Christian Radio Stations Air 1 at 89.1fm or Life 101.9fm. - Read a faith-based book. Stop by our Parish Library in Kearn Hall to grab a book to read. Check out one of the 3 books below: - FORMED.ORG is a great place to go to learn more about our Catholic faith and to strengthen your relationship with God. Here is our Parish Code C98696 to access free Catholic Resources including ebooks, audio books, movies, audio talks and programs: ~ Watch a movie on the lives of St. Joan of Arc, St. Augustine, St. Francis, St. Rita, St. John Paul II, St. Teresa of Calcutta, St. John Bosco, St. Philip Neri, St. Maria Goretti and so many more Saints. There are also movies just for kids like Brother Francis, The Jesus Stories and more. ~ Check out the Symbolon Series to learn more about what we believe as Catholics and why. ~ Listen to an audio talk while doing the dishes. ~ Watch and discuss the Beloved Series with your spouse. ~ The best way to find out what is on FORMED.ORG is to sign up today and search around the website. You can download the app on your smart phone or go on from your computer. "Whether we eat or sleep,
Whether we work or play, May it all be for the honor & glory of God." |
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