Jan. 26, 2012: A belated happy new year, and here are this week's announcements!
1. SNS Needs You!
Saturday Night Suppers run on the activity of the Newman community, and we need people to sign up to cook this semester! If you think it's a daunting task to cook for so many people, don't worry - our VP SNS Mik is very willing to help out with your dinner plans, and if it's your first time he can give you tips on what to do. For more details and to sign up for a weekend, contact him at jalokim2002@yahoo.com.
2. Movie Night: The Human Experience - Saturday, January 28 7:30PM
Have you ever found yourself pondering the question 'Who am I?' or 'Who is man?' Come and discover a possible answer in watching the documentary The Human Experience this weekend! Following the tracks of a group of men seeking the breadth and depth of the human experience, find out what it's like to live among the homeless, the disabled and the sick, and see for yourself the power of the human spirit. Don't forget to stick around after the movie to discuss your thoughts!
3. Still want to help the NSS?
Missed out on Monday's Council meeting but you still want to help? New to the Newman Students' Society and want to get involved? Send us an email and let us know!
4. Bible Study - Wednesdays 7:00PM
Abraham and the Dark Knight, Moses and Superman, Elijah and Spiderman - what are the connection between the superheroes of today and the Bible figures of yesterday? We will be doing a survey of many of the major figures in the Bible, learning there stories by reading key sections of Bible, and thus learning more about them and who we are as well. Come Wednesdays a 7 p.m. for pizza, fellowship and good discussion. This week will conclude the segment with Abraham and the Dark Knight!
5. YOUCAT on Tap - Cancelled until Friday, February 10
As our campus minister and YOUCAT on Tap coordinator Terrel will be on leave, YOUCAT on Tap will resume on Friday, February 10. In the meantime, feel free to read the YOUCAT on your own and enjoy your own beverages, just in case you miss your Friday evening gatherings too much.
6. Annual Monastic Retreat - Friday, January 27 - Sunday, January 29
The Newman Centre's Annual Monastic retreat is an opportunity for students to take a break from their busy lives and spend a weekend in silence and prayer. The retreat is behind held at the monastery of the Recluse Missionaire, a community of nuns who live in the north-east of Montreal. This is a silent retreat so most group activities, like meals for example will be in silence. We will be living in community with the Recluse Sisters and are invited to participate in morning and evening prayer (Laudes & Vespers), meals, and daily Mass.
The theme for the weekend is "Lord, teach us to pray" (Luke 11:1). A young married couple named Michael & Linda Doep will be giving a few talks on the retreat related to our theme. Michael & Linda run a part-time catholic evangelization ministry out of Ottawa called Mission of the Redeemer.
One of the charisms of the Recluse Sisters is their devotion to perpetual Eucharistic Adoration. So if you so desire, you will have the opportunity for unlimited one-on-one time with the Lord. There are a few group activities, but most of the weekend will be free time to spend however you like! If staying indoors isn't your cup of tea, the convent is located in a beautiful area ideal for hiking and cross-country skiing.
The cost for students is $90 and non-students $110. If you're interested, contact Terrel at terrel_joseph@hotmail.com or 514-578-2134.
Nov. 9, 2011: This week's announcements:
1. NSS Council Meeting - Sunday November 13, 4:00PM
Wanted to get involved with the Newman Students' Society, but wasn't sure how? Want to know more about how the NSS runs? Want to give some of your own ideas? This is your chance! The NSS will be resuming their council meetings, open to all members of the NSS, beginning on November 13 at 4PM, before Mass. We highly encourage members to come and join in on getting more involved with this community!
2. NSS Samosa Sale! - Thursday, November 10, 11:00AM
The NSS is having a samosa sale this Thurday in the Education Building! All proceeds from the sale will go into our SNS ventures, so take the chance to feed yourself twice - once with samosas, and once with even more delicious Saturday Night Suppers. Samosas go fast, so be sure to come by quickly!
3. Newman Coffee House - Saturday November 19, 7:00PM
Newman's semesterly Coffee House is back for its fall installment! Come to the Newman Centre on November 19 at 7PM to see what talents your fellow Newmanites have to show you, while enjoying some excellent baked goods and coffee (or tea). And to top it all off, all proceeds (by donation) will be going to the Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace! So mark your calendars and come on out, you won't want to miss it.
4. Laser Tag Saturday - Saturday November 12, 7:30PM
Newman hits laser tag! Think you got what it takes? Come on out after SNS this Saturday to join the NSS in an epic battle of lasers and survival. Tickets are $9 and a party will be departing from the Newman Centre at 7:15.
5. Sign up for SNS!
The Saturday Night Suppers at McGill rely on the support of its members! If you enjoy SNS and want to keep it thriving, please sign up on the poster on the stairway bulletin board. Share one of your favourite recipes with the Newman community!
6. Bible Study - Wednesdays 7:00PM
Bible study will be resuming this week at its usual time. As always, new members are welcome and pizza is included!
7. Fireside Chat: Catholic and Single? - Thursday November 10, 6:30PM
Catholic and Single? Have questions about what that means and why there seems so much pressure to because of that fact? Come out this Thursday at 6:30 for our latest Fireside Chat: Catholic and Single, A Vocation? Homemade cookies and hot chocolate provided.
8. Want to know more about the changes to the Mass? - Saturdays and Sundays after Mass
Starting this weekend until November 26, immediately after both Saturday and Sunday Mass there will be an opportunity to look in more depth to the upcoming changes to the Mass. There will be a short talk of about 20 minutes, along with an opportunity to practice the changes to the music of the Mass.
This weekend immediately after Mass we will be continuing our study of the changes to the Mass with the new translation. This time we will be looking at the Liturgy of the Eucharist, and what it means to say and believe that the Mass is a crucial part of our prayer-life.
9.YOUCAT on Tap - Fridays 5:00PM
YOUCAT on Tap is back for round three this week! Come read the Youth Catechism together and learn about our faith in a comfortable setting. All you need to bring is yourselves - YOUCATs are available for borrowing and, as always, there will be home-brewed beer. Donations to keep the Coach House Brewery going would be much appreciated!
Nov. 6, 2011: Claim forms for Saturday Night Suppers are now up on the website! You can find the link to the claim forms underneath the Saturday Night Suppers page.
Oct. 12, 2011: Announcements!
1. Trauma and Transfiguration: The Catholic Church and the Sexual Abuse Crisis - Friday, Oct. 14 to Saturday, Oct. 15
According to the recent John Jay report, no other institution has generated such a wealth of psychological, ethical, legal, historical, and sociological data and analysis on the problem of abuse of minors. This conference attempts to glean the lessons learned from the trauma of, and evolving responses to, the sexual abuse crisis in the Catholic Church.
There is now a special price for students:
Admission to both days - $50
Admission to one day - $25
Check out the website http://traumaandtransformation.org/ for more details. Don't miss out on this opportunity to hear the beginning of a new look into this riveting issue!
2. Newman Thanksgiving SNS! - Saturday, Oct. 15 after Mass
Want to celebrate Thanksgiving with your Newman family? Didn't get enough turkey at home? Never fear, the Thanksgiving SNS is here! Come out on Saturday, October 15 after Mass for a special Saturday Night Supper - and yes, complete with stuffed turkey. Let's give thanks together for all our blessings, and for all the ones to come!
3. Bible Study - Wednesdays 7:00PM
Come out to the weekly Bible study sessions at the Newman Centre! This year's study is on St. Paul's First Letter to St. Timothy, and the group meets every Wednesday at 7PM. Free pizza is included!
4. Fireside Chat: The Catholic Child Sexual Abuse Crisis and the Laity - Thursday, Oct. 20
The monthly Fireside Chat will be held next Thursday, October 20, and the topic is tentatively "The Catholic Child Sexual Abuse Crisis and the Laity". As always, there will be homemade refreshments and some provoking conversation, so stop by if you can.
5. Interfaith Retreat
The Ecumenical Chaplaincy is holding an interfaith retreat this weekend. Please email Nathan Gibbard (nathan.gibbard@mcgill.ca) for details.
October 5, 2011: This week's announcements:
1. Trauma and Transfiguration: The Catholic Church and the Sexual Abuse Crisis - Friday, Oct. 14 to Saturday, Oct. 15
According to the recent John Jay report, no other institution has generated such a wealth of psychological, ethical, legal, historical, and sociological data and analysis on the problem of abuse of minors. This conference attempts to glean the lessons learned from the trauma of, and evolving responses to, the sexual abuse crisis in the Catholic Church.
There is now a special price for students:
Admission to both days - $50
Admission to one day - $25
Check out the website http://traumaandtransformation.org/ for more details. Don't miss out on this opportunity to hear the beginning of a new look into this riveting issue!
2. Newman Bake Sale! - Thursday, Oct. 6 11:00AM - 3:00PM
The NSS is having a bake sale to help fund upcoming events for the year, and we need your help! Come by the McConnell engineering building from 11AM-3PM with some baked goods for our table - it'll be greatly appreciated. If you don't think your baking skills are up to snuff, buy a cookie or muffin or two or five and support the NSS!
3. Sign up for SNS!
The Saturday Night Suppers rely on the Newman community to continue to be a success, and we are looking for volunteers to whip up a simple dinner on a Saturday! Please sign up on the schedule on the stairway bulletin in the Newman Centre, or email our VP SNS Mik (vp-sns@mcgillnewmanstudents.ca).
4. Thanksgiving Mini-Potluck and Study Party! - Saturday, Oct. 8
We all know Thanksgiving is a time for you to gather with your family and be thankful for their wonderful company… so for those of you not heading home this weekend, come out to the Newman Centre! Instead of our usual SNS we'll be hosting a potluck, so bring something to share with the others and celebrate Thanksgiving with your Newman family.
As well, after dinner there will be a study party - we know that most of you are probably studying for your upcoming exams, so why not study with friends in a quiet environment? Past study parties have been quite the hit, so you don't want to miss out!
5. Bible Study - Wednesdays 7:00PM
Come out to the weekly Bible study sessions at the Newman Centre! This year's study is on St. Paul's First Letter to St. Timothy, and the group meets every Wednesday at 7PM. Free pizza is included!
6. Writing University Papers, Part 2 - Thursday, Oct. 7 6:00PM
On the heels of last week's success, here is part two of a series of help sessions given by Newman's very own Nathan Gibbard! Continuing from last week, this week we will be looking at how to write the body of papers, what to look out for when making an argument, and tips/tricks to help writing all sorts of assignments in general. If you didn't come last week, you are still more than welcome to come this week!
7. Mini Jesus Marathon - Friday, Oct. 8 2:00PM - 8:00PM
Ever wanted to have that one-on-one session with God? Here's your chance! The Newman Centre is going to have non-stop Adoration in the chapel on Friday from 2PM to 8PM. Sign up for an hour's time and spend quality time in prayer! The sign-up sheet is in front of the chapel on the second floor.
September 13, 2011: Announcements!
1. Interested in helping at Newman? Interested in being trained as a reader or server for Mass? Fr. Gregory will be providing training for all those interested. Contact Nathan Gibbard (nathan.gibbard@mcgill.ca) for more information.
2. Come for the Liturgy of the Hours every Tuesday-Friday at 12:20 and 3:40.
3. Willing to spend an hour in front of the blessed Sacrament? Sign-up for Adoration today! Use the sign-up sheet outside of the chapel, or contact Terrel Joseph.
4. Soup and Bagel lunch has started for this semester. Come to the Newman Centre between 12:30-2 for homemade soup, a Montreal bagel, and a cup of coffee all for only $3.50 – great deal and a chance to meet some great company.
5. Bible Study is starting Wednesday, September 14th at 7 p.m.. This year we will be reading either St. Paul’s Letters to St. Timothy, his young companion, or Benedict XVI’s “Jesus of Nazareth, part 2”. Pizza provided.
6. Fireside Chat on Thursday, September 15th at 6:30 p.m.. The topic? The new English translation of the Roman Mass and what it means to you. Starting in Advent of this year you will be noticing changes to what is said at Mass: what are those changes and why? Come on Thursday, September 15th to find out. Free cookies and hot chocolate provided.
7. Join the NSS for its annual apartment crawl on Saturday, September 17th, at 6:00pm (after Saturday Night Mass)! which is consequently its FIRST SNS (Saturday Night Supper) of the year. It will be a night of delectable gastronomy; ranging from salads to appetizers, main courses to desserts. As with all Saturday Night Suppers, this event costs 4$. We will be meeting at the Newman Centre, and head out from there. Take this chance to have an amazing dinner with your fellow Newmanites and check out the homes of some of your executives! If you have any questions email Reuben at socialactivities@mcgillnewmanstudents.ca.
8. Volunteer Opportunities:
i) Helping with a soup kitchen at St. Willibrord’s parish once a week
ii) Helping to feed seniors out at St. Margaret’s Hospital
iii) Helping with the sailors ministry in the Old Port
iv) Assisting with the conference: “Trauma and Transformation: The Catholic Church and the Sexual Abuse Crisis”. The conference runs October 14 and 15 here at McGill, with top name scholars from around the world attending. If you volunteer to help with registration and ushering, you will get in free for what would otherwise cost $120. Please contact Nathan Gibbard for more information. Space is limited (10 spots), so contact Nathan soon to reserve your place.
Training is provided for all of the above opportunities. Contact the Newman Centre for more details.
9. CCO Faith Studies on McGill Campus:
i) If you would like to discover more about the Catholic faith in a small group setting, you should consider signing up for a CCO (Catholic Christian Outreach) faith study being run this semester on the McGill University campus. Faith studies are small discussion groups of 4-6 students coming together for an hour once a week (for about 6 weeks over the course of the semester) to share and grow in our faith. Right now CCO has hundreds of faith studies running on campuses across Canada and around the world!
ii) WANT TO JOIN A FAITH STUDY? Send an email to Holly (hollygarnett@hotmail.com) with your schedule for the Fall semester so we can find a time that works for all interested participants. If you have previously taken a CCO faith study before, note the study/studies you have already taken.
September 10, 2011: The NSS Welcome Back Barbeque was a huge success! Thank you to all those who came out and enjoyed the wonderful burgers and hotdogs, and to those who registered as members of this year's NSS. If you haven't registered to be an NSS member yet, don't worry - you can still do so at the end of Mass!
Check out some photos of the event at our gallery.
July 2011: This is your new webmaster for the academic year of 2011-2012! I hope to serve the Newman Community to the best of my ability. Welcome to the new news bar, created to keep you updated on the newest events and happenings around the Newman Centre. Also, there are now profiles of the NSS executive for 2011- 2012, so please take this chance to get to know them!
Happy surfing, and see you all in the coming year!