Bulletin: December 17 - 25, 2022


University Catholic Center at Emory University December 17 - 25, 2022


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THANK YOU, CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF NORTH GEORGIA!
We are excited to announce that we have received a $4,000 Catholic Community Grant from the Catholic Foundation of North Georgia for the Fall 2022 cycle! Many thanks to the CFNGA Grant Committee for enabling our ministry to provide a more welcoming and hospitable environment for our students to gather for prayer and study at the University Catholic Center.


SUPPORT FOR OUR ANNUAL FUND CONTINUES!
Thank you for participating in the Day of Giving for our Annual Fund! It is through the generosity of individuals like you that we are able to offer the excellent gifts of evangelization and formation at the University Catholic Center to all who desire it. If you have not yet had a chance, please return your commitment card in the mail or at the office, or donate online at https://www.emorycatholic.org/donate.




Events This Week
Emory Atlanta     Emory Oxford     Agnes Scott     All Campuses


ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS MASS SCHEDULE
The University Catholic Center will be celebrating Mass throughout the Advent and Christmas seasons. If you're in town for the holidays, we look forward to worshipping and celebrating with you!
Sunday, December 18 at 9:00 AM - Mass at Emory University Cannon Chapel
Saturday, December 24 at 4:00 PM - Christmas Vigil Mass at Emory University Cannon Chapel
Sunday, December 25 - No Mass
Sunday, January 1 at 9:00 AM - Mass at Emory University Cannon Chapel
Saturday, January 7 at 5:00 PM - Mass at Oxford College Day Chapel
Sunday, January 8 at 9:00 AM - Mass at Emory University Cannon Chapel
Saturday, January 14 at 5:00 PM - Mass at Oxford College Day Chapel
Sunday, January 15 at 9:00 AM & 6:00 PM - Mass at Emory University Cannon Chapel


UNIVERSITY CATHOLIC CENTER BUSINESS HOURS AND STAFF HOLIDAY
The University Catholic Center offices will be closing and our staff will be working remotely beginning Monday, December 19 until Monday, January 9, 2023. Need to get in touch? Reach out by phone or email. Our staff will be on holiday from December 23 through January 1, 2023.



Prayer and Spirituality


HOW CAN WE PRAY FOR YOU?
Bear one another's burdens, and so you will fulfill the law of Christ. - Galatians 6:2
We want to support you and lift up your joys, sorrows, and needs, in prayer to God - let us know what you'd like us to pray for.


POPE FRANCIS' MONTHLY PRAYER INTENTION
December 2022 - For volunteer not-for-profit organizations
We pray that volunteer non-profit organizations committed to human development find people dedicated to the common good and ceaselessly seek out new paths to international cooperation.




Upcoming Events
Emory Atlanta     Emory Oxford     Agnes Scott     All Campuses


WORLD YOUTH DAY 2023
July 28 - August 9, 2023 - More info and registration for the World Youth Day trip
World Youth Day (WYD) is the gathering of young people from all over the world with the Pope. It is also a pilgrimage, a celebration of youth, an expression of the universal Church, and an intense moment of evangelization for the youth world. The Archdiocese of Atlanta will be leading a pilgrimage from July 28 - August 9 for young adults 18 years of age and older. For other questions or to discuss the trip, please contact Allen Austin at aaustin@archatl.com.




Announcements
 
PETITION TO REPEAL THE DEATH PENALTY IN GEORGIA
Georgia’s next legislative session begins on January 10. Georgia Catholics Against the Death Penalty are collecting signatures from the Catholics of our state to present to the chair of the Judiciary Non-Civil Committee to urge them to support legislation that would repeal the death penalty in Georgia. In September, Pope Francis asked all people of goodwill to mobilize to abolish the death penalty. Now is the time for Georgia Catholics to mobilize for the protection of human life and dignity in our laws. Sign the petition here!


THE NATIONAL EUCHARISTIC REVIVAL
The Bishops of the United States have started a three-year plan to revive and foster Eucharistic devotion in the hearts of the faithful. This movement hopes to heal, convert, form, and unify Catholics by encountering Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. Visit the National Eucharistic Revival website for more information.


PREGNANT? NEED HELP? ABLE TO PROVIDE SUPPORT?
If you or someone you know is pregnant, the University Catholic Center is always a place to find care, support, and resources. You can contact our staff and they will be able to receive your story and journey with you. There are also a number of organizations you can support that directly assist these women. Please research and prayerfully consider giving of your time, talent, or treasure. Find more information and resources here. Thank you for helping us make this known to all students on or off campus.




Support the University Catholic Center


VOLUNTEER WITH US
There are many ways that you can support the mission of the University Catholic Center with your time and talents from lawn care, gardening, and office work, to liturgical ministry, children's catechesis, becoming an RCIA sponsor, and more! Contact our office for details.


DONATE DIRECTLY ONLINE
We believe that learning to support the mission of the Church is an integral part of being formed as a disciple. Please consider making or inviting your family to make a sacrificial gift in support of our ministry - the Masses, programs and events, salaries for staff, and more rely heavily on your support! We humbly ask that you consider making a contribution.


CHECK OUT OUR WISHLIST
Check out our wishlist and consider helping us get some much-needed items for the University Catholic Center. We will be adding items to the wishlist on a regular basis.


CONTRIBUTE WITH EACH PURCHASE
Do you regularly shop at Amazon or Kroger? We're excited to share that you can sign up to have a percentage of your purchase price donated to the University Catholic Center for every order you place! Simply click on the links below, sign in to your account, and select the University Catholic Center at Emory University as your organization of choice. Then, whenever you make a purchase at smile.amazon.com or at Kroger using your Kroger Rewards card, a contribution will be made on your behalf!