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XPO this Friday!
Why not come along and join us at Our Lady of Consolation this Friday (3rd July) for some time of prayer at the beginning of this "Year for Priests". All welcome. Begins at 7.30 p.m.
World Youth Day Re-union
It's almost a year since 51 Glasweigans set off for Sydney to World Youth Day. If you travelled with us to WYD and would like the opportunity to meet up again to celebrate the anniversary, get in touch with us soon and help us to plan the event!
youth.pastoral@btconnect.com
Have you ever considered life as a priest in Scotland? Is this an idea that has been at the back of your mind for some time? Is it time to spend just a few hours exploring the Lord’s call? A retreat has been arranged for anyone considering a call to diocesan priesthood. The purpose of this overnight experience is simply to bring like-minded individuals together for prayer, reflection and relaxation. The offer to come and join us is made at no cost and without obligation, simply come and see. This event will take place 29th – 30th May. Please contact Priests for Scotland on 0141 554 6936 to arrange accommodation and for information on the venue. www.priestsforscotland.org.uk
New for schools: 2009-2010 Retreat Programme
Following on from a very successful retreat programme for the year of St. Paul, we are pleased to announce our new brochure for 2009-10. Pope Benedict has asked the Church to make this year a Year of Priesthood, and the themes for the year ahead focus on this: both ministerial priesthood and the priesthood of the baptised. Click here to view this year's brochure for secondary schools.
Pier Giorgio Frassati (1901-1925)
The prayer room in the Youth Pastoral Centre is dedicated to a young Italian man called Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, who is currently a candidate for canonisation. Blessed Pier Giorgio is a patron of the World Youth Days.
This short biography is taken from a website dedicated to his memory and inspiration (www.frassati.org). You can read more about him there.
Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati - The Man of the Beatitudes
Pier Giorgio Frassati was born in Turin, Italy on 6 April 1901. From his early years, he demonstrated a special love for God through prayer and service of the poor. An average student but outstanding athlete, he made many friends in high school and university. He was an active member of several Catholic organizations which ministered to the poor, promoted Eucharistic adoration and Marian devotion, and defended chastity. His strong political views led him to join movements which challenged society in its struggle about Christian values.
Although he was the son of a rich and politically influential family, Pier Giorgio mingled with all classes of people, spent his money on the needy, and regularly visited the sick. During one of these visits he contracted polio and died within a few days, on 4 July 1925, at the age of twenty-four.
He was beatified by Pope John Paul II on 20 May 1990 and gave him the title, "Man of the Eight Beatitudes." He is currently a candidate for canonization by the Catholic Church.
"By his example he proclaims that a life lived in Christ's Spirit, the Spirit of the Beatitudes, is "blessed", and that only the person who becomes a "man or woman of the Beatitudes" can succeed in communicating love and peace to others. He repeats that it is really worth giving up everything to serve the Lord. He testifies that holiness is possible for everyone, and that only the revolution of charity can enkindle the hope of a better future in the hearts of people."
-John Paul II, Rome, 20 May 1990, Beatification Ceremony
Contact us at:
Youth Pastoral Centre,
Our Lady of Consolation Church
130 Inglefield Street,
Glasgow G42 7PZ
Tel: 0141 433 9521
Email: youth.pastoral@btconnect.com
