It seems as if everytime I turn on the news another part of the country is being blanketed with snow. I had an opportunity to be in NJ during a recent snow storm and had the rare treat of shoveling snow. For those of you who have to shovel regularly, I'm sure it is no treat and you are eagerly awaiting spring.
The long, snowy winter can serve as a metaphor for our Lenten journey. Lent can seem endless with its sacrifices and extra efforts but we know there is something marvelous at the end. This issue of our e-newsletter speaks of many opportunities to make this Lent a meaningful one. I hope that you will be able to participant in one of our retreats or check out the suggested resources. Other helpul hints for Lent are available through our website, facebook, twitter and our mobile app.
As always if you have any thoughts or suggestions, please feel free to contact me at [email protected].
Peace,
Matt Fallon
Chair, Marist Young Adult Advisory Committee
ONLINE
RESOURCE
Ever wonder why Lent is 40 days but there are 46 days between Ash Wednesday and Easter? Looking to get into spiritual shape this Lent? Ever wish you had a "personal trainer" for your spiritual life? Want to make a "dent this lent"? US Catholic has a variety of unique resources to guide you through the season of transformation and conversion. Click on the link above to access the Lenten resource page. Click on the US Catholic magazine cover to see the variety of articles, reviews and other inspirational writing available on the site.
BULLETIN BOARD
Opportunities for service are available in Esopus throughout the year. To volunteer or to explore opportunies, contact Br. Owen Ormsby at [email protected].
Interested in learning more about the lifestyle of the Marist Brothers? Click on the icon below.
Upcoming Events
March 3 – Online Lenten Retreat – Week 3
March 10 – Online Lenten Retreat – Week 4
March 17 – Online Lenten Retreat – Week 5
March 21-24 – Retreat within a Retreat
March 23 – Retreat outside a Retreat
March 24 – Online Lenten Retreat – Week 6
March 29 – Good Friday Days of Reflection
Spring Break Service Opportunities in Esopus
March 10-11 – Mount St. Michael Freshman Retreat
March 17-18 – Mount St. Michael Sophomore Retreat
April 14-15 – Mount St. Michael Junior Retreat
April 21-22 – Mount St. Michael Scholars Retret
If interested, please message Br. Steve through facebook or at [email protected] .
Please visit Marist Young Adults on facebook for event details and local service opportunities.
HERE AND THERE – REGIONAL EVENTS – ONLINE EVENTS – AND MORE
A dozen young adults participated in a "Retreat within a Retreat" during the February Encounter. In addition to exploring the gospel story of Jesus' teaching in the synagogue, the young adults participated in a nightly shared prayer…Young adults visiting the February Encounter on Saturday participated in a "Retreat outside a Retreat" in which they were challenged to look at how they continue to encounter Christ in their daily lives…The Marist Young Adult Program sponsored an Ash Wednesday chat to discuss Lenten practices…The annual online Lenten retreat has begun. Luis Ramos and Vinny Caramele offered reflections for the first two segments. Future weeks will include reflections presented by Vicki Blaszak, Chris Clesca, Erin Kane McGrath and Joe LoGiudice. The retreat also features an origanl prayer created by Daniela Jelcic…There are now over 200 people following the Marist Young Adult Program on twitter!
Check out the Marist Young Adult website for useful resources, the photo gallery for pictures from recent events and the blog section for new entries from Danny Chomat, Catherine Weening and Luis Ramos. And don't forget the Marist YAP
app! IPad and iPhone users can receive daily prayers and event announcements via push notifications.
The Marist Young Adult Program invites interested young adults between the ages of 18 and 30 to further explore their Christian faith. Through spiritual, social and service activities, both online and in person, young adults can experience an alive and vibrant faith rooted in the Marist tradition. Facebook Group:Marist Young Adult
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A dozen young adults participated in a "Retreat within a Retreat" during the February Encounter. In addition to exploring the gospel story of Jesus' teaching in the synagogue, the young adults participated in a nightly shared prayer…Young adults visiting the February Encounter on Saturday participated in a "Retreat outside a Retreat" in which they were challenged to look at how they continue to encounter Christ in their daily lives…The Marist Young Adult Program sponsored an Ash Wednesday chat to discuss Lenten practices…The annual online Lenten retreat has begun. Luis Ramos and Vinny Caramele offered reflections for the first two segments. Future weeks will include reflections presented by Vicki Blas
zak, Chris Clesca, Erin Kane McGrath 
