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ACES – Xavier Updates
International Food Fair
Xavier High School’s 40th Annual International Food Fair is
Sunday, May 6th from 9:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. The entire
community is invited to enjoy this family event that features
food from around the world. In addition to delicious food,
there are children’s games, a silent auction, a used book
sale, wonderful musical entertainment, art displays, flower
sales, raffles, and a cookie and bakery sale. Join the
thousands of others who attend Food Fair and have a great
time. Bring the family and spend the day. As a celebration
of 40 years, Xavier alumni and their families will be
admitted free.
The 40th Annual Xavier International Food Fair is Sunday,
May 6 at Xavier High School, 1600 Prospect Ave, in
Appleton. Call 920-733-6632 or check out the Xavier web
page for more information.
IT’S NOT TOO LATE:
ACES Xavier is still taking registrations for the
2012-2013 school year! We offer a world class curriculum
within a safe, nurturing Catholic environment. We look
forward to partnering with you in the education and faith
formation of your child. For more information, please call
ACES Xavier Educational System at 920-735-9380.
Volunteer Appreciation invitations will be sent out this week
to all of those who have volunteered in any way at Catholic
Central this school year. We are planning a special mass
May 24 to thank all of our valued helpers. Catholic Central
is "wild" about its volunteers! If you have volunteered and
have not gotten an invitation please contact the school
office at 733-3709.
XAVIER FOOD FAIR BOOK SHOPPE
We are looking for gently used books, CDs,
DVDs, puzzles and games for the Food Fair Book
Shoppe. Please bring your donated books etc. to the
Xavier office anytime before May 6th. No textbooks or
encyclopedias please.
Call JoAnn at 739-1708 for pick-up.
Catholic Central News
Catholic Central will be having a dress down day on
Wednesday, May 2. If any student wants to dress down
they need to bring money which will be collected for
playground equipment. The Daisy Scouts at Catholic
Central will be coordinating this activity.
Volunteer Appreciation invitations will be sent out this week
to all of those who have volunteered in any way at
Volunteer Appreciation invitations will be sent out this week
to all of those who have volunteered in any way at Catholic
Central this school year. We are planning a special mass
May 24 to thank all of our valued helpers. Catholic Central
is "wild" about its volunteers! If you have volunteered and
have not gotten an invitation please contact the school
office at 733-3709.
Other Opportunities in the Area
TEEN DISCIPLES:
A Bible Study for High School Students!
Monday, May 7th will be the last Teen Disciples at Mount
Tabor Center, Menasha for this school year. Join other area
high school students for a year-end celebration of Teen
Disciples. Great opportunity before summer to share your
faith with other Catholic teens through Bible discussion,
praise music, fun activities, prayer and snack. Come and say
good-bye to the members of this year's SPIRITUS team from
7:30—8:45 p.m. No registration required, if you have
questions, call 722-8918.
INSPIRE! A Bible Study for Young Adult Catholics!
Last chance prior to summer, to join other Catholics between
the ages of 18 and 30ish Mark your calendars for Monday,
May 7th to attend INSPIRE at Mount Tabor Center, Menasha
from 6:00 -7:15 p.m. Join other young Catholic men and
women to share faith and learn more about Jesus through the
Bible. Come and say good-bye to this year's SPIRITUS team
members. No registration required. Questions, please call
722-8918
Janssen Forum
On Thursday, May 10, SPIRITUS team members will conclude
the 2011-2012 Janssen Forum at Mount Tabor Center in
Menasha. SPIRITUS is a team of faith-filled young men and
women inspiring our Catholic youth from elementary through
high school to live their faith and grow closer to God. Come
and join this dynamic group as they share their uplifting spirit
and their love of our Lord. 7:00 a.m. continental breakfast,
7:30 a.m. SPIRITUS presentation, concluding with 8:30 a.m.
Mass. Please call 722-8918 with your reservation.
Mater Redemptoris House of Formation
has a number of upcoming retreats and vocation events
this Summer.
Discernment Retreat: Ages 16 - 30; June 30-July 3: 1 p.m.
Saturday - 4 p.m. Tuesday
Come Follow Experience: Ages 9 - 13
Friday, July 6, 2012; 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
High School Come and See: Ages 14 - 18
July 9 - 11; 4 p.m. Monday - 11 a.m. Wednesday
Also… Carmelite Vocation Visit in St. Louis
July 22 - 26; More information coming soon...
For more information or to register for a retreat, contact Sister
M. Luka at materredemptoris@gmail.com or 608.780.0706.
Transforming the World through Reverence
Consider coming to Monte Alverno Retreat & Spirituality
Center, Appleton, WI: a sacred place where people find
God in a quiet and prayerful atmosphere. Weekend, midweek
and one day retreats are offered on the 2012
theme of “Transforming the World through Reverence:
Meeting Life with a Franciscan Outlook” as well as
other special retreats. Private times for reflection
can also be scheduled. Contact Monte Alverno, 920
-733-8526 or email montealverno@juno.com for dates.
Information also on website, www.montealverno.org.
God is always here for you.