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Mission Statement
Our Next
“Single Mingle”
Opportunities for Single Adults
Continuing Opportunities for Single Adults
Opportunities for Faith Formation
More Opportunities for Single Adults

 

“The apostolate, through which the laity build up the Church,
sanctify the world and get it to live in Christ can take on many
forms.  A special form of the individual apostolate is the witness
of a whole lay life issuing from faith, hope and charity; it is a
sign very much in keeping with our times, and a manifestation
of Christ living in his faithful."

 
--Second Vatican Council, Decree on the Apostolate of the Laity
  
(1965), #16.

Welcome to

Friends in Faith
Singles Ministry of the
Catholic Parishes in Waterloo

 

Mission Statement

The Catholic Parishes in Waterloo recognize and appreciate the valuable gifts and talents of single adults.  Our goal is to provide opportunities which nourish the social, educational and spiritual lives of single adults.
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Our Next Single Mingle

“Single Mingle”
Saturday, September 11, 2010  •  6:30-8:30pm
Junie's Restaurant
Road Ranger Service Plaza/Elk Run Heights

Our monthly “Single Mingles” are designed as informal social events where single adults can gather and relax with other singles. This is not a dating service or religious activity. The Mingle is a good place to find out about -- or help organize -- social, cultural, athletic or spiritual activities for singles who are interested in participating.

(Recommended for Singles age 35 and older)

2010-2011 Single Mingle Dates
October 9, 2010 -- Beeman's Chuckwagon, Cedar Falls
November 13, 2010 -- Junie's Restaurant, Elk Run Heights
December 11, 2010 -- Beeman's Chuckwagon, Cedar Falls
January 8, 2011 -- (Junie's Restaurant, Elk Run Heights)
February 12, 2011 -- Beeman's Chuckwagon, Cedar Falls
March 12, 2011 -- (Junie's Restaurant, Elk Run Heights)
April 9, 2011 -- Beeman's Chuckwagon, Cedar Falls
May 14, 2011 -- (Junie's Restaurant, Elk Run Heights)
June 11, 2011 -- Beeman's Chuckwagon, Cedar Falls

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“Singles Potluck”
Saturday, October 2, 2010  •  6:30-9:00pm
O'Hagan Hall (church basement) Sacred Heart Parish
627 W. 4th Street, Waterloo

Bring a covered dish to share and your own table service.

Our monthly “Single Mingles” are designed as informal social events where single adults can gather and relax with other singles. This is not a dating service or religious activity. The Mingle is a good place to find out about -- or help organize -- social, cultural, athletic or spiritual activities for singles who are interested in participating.

(Recommended for Singles age 35 and older)

Future Singles Potluck Dates
November 27, 2010
January 22, 2011
March 26, 2011

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                                                        An Important Reminder
Singles events sponsored by the Catholic parishes occur in a public venue.  You assume personal responsibility for any consequences which result from your participation.
                                              For your own safety
Use a degree of personal discretion
which is appropriate under the circumstances.  Report suspicious, dangerous or illegal behavior to the proper authorities.
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More Opportunities for Single Adults


Sunday Biking
Plan to join us any Sunday afternoon for a bike ride, starting in May.  We'll leave from the Veridian Credit Union parking lot on Ansborough Ave. and ride for a couple of hours.  Contact Steve (319-230-3447).

Bowling and Karaoke/Sept. 10
Join us this fall for bowling and karoake on the second Friday evening of each month at Maple Lanes in Waterloo.  Everyone is welcome for bowling, karoake or both.  Bowling starts at 7:00pm; karoake starts at 9:00pm. 
Contact John Steimel (319-239-3001).

Labor Day Cruise/Sept. 5
Join your Friends in Faith for the annual Labor Day Car Cruise on Sunday, Sept. 5 at Spicoli's, 3555 University Ave. in Waterloo.  The fun lasts all afternoon.  The cruise starts at 6:00pm.  Contact John Steimel (319-239-3001).

4-Person Best Shot/Sept. 11
All golfers (and non-golfers) are invited to join us for the Friends in Faith 4-Person Best Shot Saturday, Sept. 11, 10:00am at Beech Nut Golf Course in Hudson.  Participants will be divided into 4-person teams with experienced and in-experienced players.  Contact John Steimel (319-239-3001).
Click here for directions

Lanesboro Road Trip/Sept. 18
Join us for our second annual day trip to Lanesboro, Minnesota.  We plan to leave from the Veridian Credit Union parking lot on Ansborough Ave. at 8:00am and spend the day biking, shopping and eating in Lanesboro.  There are lots of activities for non-bikers who wish to come along.  Bring your bike, but make sure you make reservations so we can arrange transportation for bikes.  Contact Mary Jungling at 230-5986.
Find Out More About Lanesboro here

ISU/UNI Football/Sept. 25
Join us for a road trip to Ames for the UNI-Iowa State game on Saturday, Sept. 25.  Contact Kevin Schwab at 515-669-9616.

Annual Halloween Party/Oct. 30
Mark your calendars!  We're making plans for our annual Friends in Faith Halloween Party on Saturday, Oct. 30.  We're still looking for a location for this year's big event.

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                              An Important Reminder
These events are organized and conducted by private individuals.  You assume personal responsibility for any consequences which result from your participation.
                                              For your own safety
Use a degree of personal discretion
which is appropriate under the circumstances.  Report suspicious, dangerous or illegal behavior to the proper authorities.


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Continuing Opportunities
for Single Adults

Catholic Worker House Meal
Join a small group of single adults to help prepare and/or serve a free community meal for the underprivileged at the Catholic Worker House in Waterloo. 
To volunteer contact <wbrunkster@hotmail.com> or call 319-234-9912

Habitat for Humanity
Members of the Catholic parishes in Waterloo volunteer to assist in the construction or rehabilitation of homes by Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity on the second Saturday of each month (April-October).  We invite single adults of all ages to join us.  You don't need special skills -- there is something for everyone to do!  To volunteer, call Jane at 319-234-3904.
Click here for more information about Habitat for Humanity

Divorce and Beyond
Divorce and Beyond is a ten-week program for divorced Catholics who want to gain a perspective on their divorce, cope with the emotions involved in divorce, and move on in a constructive way with their lives.  Each session consists of an opportunity to share, a reading and discussion. 
Contact Becky Hargreaves at 319-290-6005 or Dave Cushing at 319-234-9912.
Click here for more information about Divorce and Beyond

Beginning Experience Weekend
The Beginning Experience Weekend is a three-day retreat designed for any divorced, widowed or separated person who has passed through the initial stages of anger and loss and is ready to make a new beginning.  This is a reflective, prayerful and supportive experience for individuals of any age or faith. The next Beginning Experience Weekends is November 19 - 21, 2010 at Shalom Retreat Center in Dubuque and March 25-27, 2011 at American Martyrs Retreat House in Cedar Falls.
For more information and registration contact the Archdiocese of Dubuque Family Life Office at
800-876-3546.
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Opportunities for Faith Formation
and Spiritual Growth

"Why Believe?"

This four-part program will examine fundamental questions like what faith is and what it is not, the relationship between faith, reason, science, and superstition, and the characteristics of a mature adult faith.  It is designed for anyone, life-long believers and skeptics alike, who sometimes wonder if it makes sense to be a believer in today's world. 

Sessions offered on a day and time chosen by the participants.
 Contact the Director of Adult Faith Formation at 319-234-9912.

Click here for more opportunities to learn and grow

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For more information about opportunities for single adults contact:
Director of Adult Formation.  320 Mulberry St.  Waterloo IA 50703
Phone: 319-234-9912
 •  Email:  DBQ208s3@arch.pvt.k12.ia.us

Posted 01.25.08  •  Last Update: 08.27.10

OUR COMMITMENT TO ADULT FORMATION
The Catholic parishes in Waterloo are committed to providing life-long faith formation and spiritual growth for adults of all ages. We value individual life experience, respect the diversity of personal convictions, and welcome the wisdom of every participant. We encourage conversation and dialogue. We will never intentionally embarrass or offend participants.

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