Cardinal George is periodically sharing his thoughts, reflections and prayers electronically with all who subscribe by providing an email address.
To join Cardinal George’s new communications initiative, visit www.archchicago.org and click on Cardinal’s Network in the box on the Home Page.

Catholic Chicago Blog

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Catholic Festival of Faith

October 16 & 17

Stephens Convention Center Rosemont

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ANNOUNCEMENT

On Tuesday, July 21, the National Catholic Partnership on Disability, in collaboration with the Chicago Archdiocesan Commission on Mental Illness, is hosting a workshop on mental illness. Its purpose is to raise awareness and to propose strategies whereby the Catholic Church can be a more loving and supportive presence for those whose lives are affected by mental disorders.  It is hoped that an outgrowth of this initiative will be a strengthened effort of Catholic outreach.

The location will be St. John of the Cross Parish Center, 5050 Wolf Rd., Western Springs, Illinois.  The day will begin promptly at 9:00 am and conclude at 4:00 pm.  Light continental breakfast, lunch, refreshment breaks, and materials will be provided – including NCPD’s newly released 30-minute DVD on this topic.  There is a $10 fee to offset these expenses.

PAX CHRISTI CONFERENCE HAS YOUNG ADULT SEGMENT
Pax Christi's National Conference is being held in Chicago July 16-19. There will be a Kairos Young Adult Day of Reflection for people 18-30 on Thursday, July 16. For further questions visit the Pax Christi website: www.paxchristiusa.org or contact Adrienne Curry at 312-534-8367.

Richard Rohr Conference: “Spirituality in This New Millennium”
Sponsored by Mayslake Ministries.
Sat. Oct.3, 2009. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. .

Wyndham Hotel, Lisle-Naperville.
Registration is non-refundable and includes lunch & coffee service.
$65/$55 clergy, religious, students, seniors.
Reserved seating for groups of 20 or more.

Registration now open
Visa/MC over phone at 630-268-9000
Visit mayslakeministries.org

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The Archdiocese of Chicago Vocations Office helps men discern a call to the priesthood through retreats, visits to the seminary and discernment opportunities. As well, the Vocation Office works with men to determine their eligibility to apply to the seminary for the diocesan priesthood in Chicago. Finally, the Vocations Office actively works to create a culture supportive of vocations through promotion, education, and parish based efforts to raise awareness.
More information on becoming a priest in the Archdiocese of
Chicago is available by contacting:
Fr. Joe Noonan
Archdiocesan Vocations Office
312-534-8298
Email: vocations@archchicago.org

Respect Life Office

Announcement #1
Hurting from abortion?

Considered by some to be a simple medical procedure, abortion often leads to spiritual and/or emotional problems: post-abortion aftermath. It is no coincidence that you are reading this. Heal the wounds. There is hope for the future.

Call Project Rachel, The Archdiocese of Chicago’s post-abortion reconciliation and healing program.

Confidential and compassionate. One-on-one lay counseling, referrals to trained priests and understanding professional counselors and day-long retreats provided.
312/337-1962 or 888/456-HOPE

Announcement #2
There are people who understand and can help.

Are you hurting emotionally and spiritually after an abortion? There is hope for your future!
If you're suffering because of an abortion, you may feel alone. But you are not.

Call 1-888-456-HOPE. www.hopeafterabortion.com
One-on-one lay counseling, referrals to trained priests and understanding professional counselors and day-long retreats provided.

“Neither do I Condemn You.”
John 8:11

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