Dear New Friend,
Welcome to FOOTPRINTS - St. Gregory’s Young Adult Ministry for Single, Married, Widowed, and Divorced young adults in the age range of 18 to 39. We thank you for your membership and, with God’s guidance, we hope to provide for your spiritual and social needs. We are a ministry where all of the leaders are also young adults. Therefore, we can relate to the needs of young adults while understanding the Church’s purpose for Young Adult Ministry.
Our handbook is the “Sons and Daughters of the Light: A Pastoral Plan for Young Adult Ministry” written by the U.S. National Conference of Catholic Bishops. This was written as a result of consultations in 1993 between dioceses, national organizations, and Young Adults themselves. The main message focuses on holiness, community and service. You can read this handbook online at http://www.usccb.org/laity/ygadult/toc.htm
Along with providing fulfilling events such as Bible Study, Prayer Group, Dinner & Movie Nights, and sports events, we also encourage member participation in the planning and hosting of individual events. We invite everyone to attend our once-a-month planning meetings to prepare our events calendar a month in advance. Above all, we support our members in their spiritual walk with Jesus Christ and His Church.
The following poem reminds us that we are not alone:
FOOTPRINTS
1964 Margaret Fishback Powers
One night a
man had a dream.
He dreamed he was walking along the beach with the Lord. Across the sky flashed
scenes from his life. For each scene he noticed two sets of footprints in the
sand; one belonged to him, and the other to the Lord.
When the last scene of his life flashed before him, he looked back at the
footprints in the sand. He noticed that many times along the path of his life
there was only one set of footprints. He also noticed that it happened at the
very lowest and saddest times in his life.
This really bothered him and he questioned the Lord about it. "Lord, you said
that once I decided to follow you, you'd walk with me all the way. But I have
noticed that at the worst times in my life, there is only one set of
footprints. How could you leave me when I needed you the most?"
The Lord replied "My precious, precious child, I love you and would never leave
you. During your times of suffering and when you see only one set of
footprints, it was then that I carried you."
We look forward to seeing you at future events! If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact any of our leaders below. Thank you, and God bless you in your journey.
The Footprints group also now has business cards. Its one of the best ways to tell others about our group, its mission, and to let them know what is going on. Make sure you get one when you come to your first or next event.
Your Friends in Faith,
The St. Gregory's Footprints Leaders
The Footprints Core Leadership Team:
The core member list will be updated shortly
Classifieds
Here is your opportunity to VOLUNTEER for the open positions listed below. Email williamjrobinson@comcast.net or call (954)-957-8548 to apply
*COMMITTEE LEADER: SOCIAL DIRECTOR
This leader is responsible for overseeing the planning and follow through of all social activities for the FOOTPRINTS ministry. This leader is encouraged to recruit eager volunteers to host individual events such as: Taste of Cultures, Movie Night, dances, socials, brunches, welcoming new members events, concerts and more. Catering / entertaining experience a plus. Enthusiasm a must!
SOCIAL EVENTS HOSTS
We are lacking in ideas at our monthly planning meetings. Can you help? We need you to host various events such as our Dinner & Movie night, a day at a ballgame, a trip to a local event, Taste of Cultures, or other creative activities. Bring your ideas with you and come to our next planning meeting. See current calendar online for date, time, and location: http://www.stgregoryya.com
PRAISE JAM MUSICIANS & SINGERS
Instrumentalists and vocalists needed to participate in various events. This field of service is needed to nurture and guide young adults in their spiritual walk, so you must confer under the guidance of our Spiritual Director. Please be available to FOOTPRINTS ministry on a regular basis.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT
Information Technology Director is in need of assistants to support website maintenance, database maintenance, calendar mailings, and more… Information Technology experience is helpful, but not mandatory. Will train.
PUBLIC RELATIONS SUPPORT
Our Public Relations Director is in need of assistants to help in promoting specific events and the ministry as a whole through mediums such as the church bulletin, local newspapers, public community calendars, etc. Will train.
NEWSLETTER EDITOR:
Responsible for creating, establishing, editing, and maintaining a monthly or quarterly newsletter for FOOTPRINTS Ministry. Education / Experience in creative writing / journalism a plus. Enthusiasm a must. This position supervised by the Public Relations Director and Ministry Leader.
NEWSLETTER REPORTERS:
Needed to write articles about our Catholic faith, the media, current events, etc. and how they relate to today's Catholic young adults. Send articles to williamjrobinson@comcast.net
BRIGHT IDEAS SUPPORT:
Do you see a need in our group that we haven't met yet? Maybe you can help. If you have a gift or talent that you can offer the ministry and would like to see if you can exercise it with us, please contact us and let us know of your talent. Reach Luke Rissmiller or William Robinson by phone or e-mail. Thanks!
*COMMITTEE LEADERS make up the core leadership of the ministry along with the Ministry Leader. To be a Committee Leader requires a time commitment of at least one year and must be available to attend a majority of leadership and planning meetings (each meeting usually once a month). Previous membership of a Catholic ministry, and an understanding and loyalty to the Catholic Church and Her teachings are a definite plus. Christian attitude and enthusiasm, constant follow through and communication abilities, and email access are a definite must! Committee Leaders can expect frequent communication by other Committee Leaders via telephone or email, especially during the planning stages of calendar events. Committee Leaders will also be the main contact for new and existing members of the FOOTPRINTS ministry and therefore contact information will be published in the FOOTPRINTS ministry calendar and Website. All Committee Leaders are encouraged to recruit eager volunteers within FOOTPRINTS ministry to assist with various facets of their assigned committee. All Committee Leaders are accountable to and supported by each other and the Ministry Leader. Communication is essential.
THIS IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO BE A PART OF OUR MINISTRY AND DO YOUR PART AS THE HANDS AND FEET OF CHRIST.
GOD BLESS YOU FOR ALL THAT YOU DO IN HIS NAME!!!
Young Adult Links & Contacts
Here are some websites and email contacts related to young adult ministry: Thank you for considering serving with us as we further God's kingdom on earth!
St. Gregory’s FOOTPRINTS Website Young adult ministry for ages 18 to 39. Includes Monthly Events Calendar, pictures, and more… www.stgregoryya.com
Mile Codias milescodias@mindspring.com (305) 794-0480
United States Conference of Bishops (USCCB) Web Site Website by the USCCB, which is an assembly of the hierarchy of the United States and the U.S. Virgin Islands who jointly exercise certain pastoral functions on behalf of the Christian faithful of the United States. www.usccb.org
National Catholic Online Personals: For fellowship, friendship, relationship, advice, chat room, forum, etc. with other Catholics. www.straphael.net www.catholicsingles.com www.avemariasingles.com