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Diocesan High School Youth Ministry Retreat
All youth of the Diocese in grades 9-12 are invited to join us for the Diocesan High School Youth Ministry Retreat sponsored by the Diocese of Greensburg Office
for Evangelization and Faith Formation. Come and be "Full-Filled" on February 24-26 at the
Jumonville Retreat and Conference Center. The retreat will empower teens to make tough decisions about important topics and to ask difficult questions as they
journey to know Christ in their lives. Register now with the Parish Office. The deadline to register is February 8.
Poustinia Retreat
A Poustinia Retreat will be held on February 24-25 at Mount Saint Macrina House of Prayer in Uniontown. The retreat
begins at 6:00 PM on Friday until 7:00 PM on Saturday. The offering is $50 and registration is due by February 20 by calling 724-438-7149.
Winter Indoor Yard Sale
Saint Sebastian Church is holding their annual Winter Indoor Yard Sale in their Parish Hall on Saturday, March 3
from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Vendors are needed -- the cost is $25 for table and $30 for two tables. For more information, please contact
Darleen Koury at 724.930.8504.
Girl Scout Spirit Day
The Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting for Girls will host
a "Mary, Queen of the Living Rosary" Spirit Day for all Girl Scouts in grades 2-12 on Saturday, March 24 at Mount St. Macrina in Uniontown. The day begins with
registration at 8:30 AM and concludes with the celebration of Mass at 4:00 PM (fulfills the Sunday obligation). Learn about Mary and the Rosary, how to make a rosary along
with other activities. An outdoor "Living Rosary" (weather permitting) will take place before Mass. Participants will work towards their Rosary Patch. Early bird
registration fee is $18 through March 2; cost is $20 after March 2. The cost includes continental breakfast, lunch, crafts, program and patch. Although this is a Catholic
program, non-Catholics and non-Scouts may also participate. Registration forms are available by contacting Glenda Sekerchak
at 724-446-5197 by March 16.
Are You Getting Married?
If you desire a loving, faithful, permanent and life-giving marriage, consider attending a Catholic Engaged
Encounter weekend. This excellent marriage preparation program presents a comprehensive, up-close and personal look at marriage. Upcoming weekends will be held
in Greensburg on April 13-15, June 22-24 and November 2-4. Call 724-335-4966 for more information and to register.
Catholic Charities
Catholic Charities offers counseling for individuals, couples and families who may be experiencing difficulty dealing with emotional upheavals in their lives. For
professional assistance, please call one of the offices nearest you -- Belle Vernon: (724) 929-4699; Greensburg: (724) 837-1840; Uniontown: (724) 439-3531.
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