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Symposium on the Disaffiliation of Young Catholics
Thursday, September 26 Symposium 10am - 3pm Sierra 2 Center for the Arts and Community 2791 24th St, Sacramento, Ca 95818 Dr. Bob Mcarty and Josh Packard from St. Mary’s Press will lead a pre-conference symposium on the “Disaffiliation of Young Catholics” on Thursday, September 26th from 10am – 3pm. They will share the findings of a two-year national study on why young people are leaving the Catholic Church. The discussion will include stories from young people and the myriad of reasons they are choosing to leave the faith and where they are going. Cost is $55 and lunch is included. |
Thursday, September 26 Cocktails 6pm · Play 7pm
Saint Francis High School Theater
Come join us as we present, “Tolton: From Slave to Priest” on Thursday, September 26th. The play tells the story of Venerable Fr. Augustus Tolton, the first African American Catholic priest. A young Augustus Tolton desired to be a priest but was not accepted to any seminaries in the United States because he was black. He travelled to Rome where he studied for the priesthood and later ordained in 1886. He returned to the United States where he started St. Monica’s Parish in the South Side of Chicago. “Tolton” is a powerful multi-media live production, filled with music, drama and inspiring performances. Tickets are $35 and include a cocktail hour.
Check out the special post-play discussion sessions on Friday Session E-21 and G-20A
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Networking Dinners
Friday, September 27 Dinner at 5pm Take some time to relax and build relationships on Friday evening during Ministry Days networking dinners. This is perfect for those who might be coming from out of town for BOTH days of Ministry Days, or those who simply want to continue the conversation from the day in a more relaxed setting. You’ll have the opportunity to mingle with diocesan staff and other professionals and volunteers engaged in your area of ministry. DRE’s, CRE’s, Youth & Young Adult Ministers, Catholic School Staff and Faculty, and others involved in pastoral ministry are all welcome. Cost is $20 per person. We will send out details for your group’s dinner location two weeks in advance. |
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Theology on Tap @ Ministry Days
Friday, September 27 Begins at 7:30pm Young Adults age 18-39 are invited to join us for a special Theology on Tap event at Ministry Days. Connect with other Catholic young adults to discuss faith and life in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Admission is free with your Ministry Days registration. Donations welcome. Presented by OYYA (Office of Youth & Young Adults) |
