2007

Events for Young Adults between 18 – 39 : married and single

The Diocese of Metuchen Office of Young Adult Ministry is sponsoring a Fall 2007 series of Theology on Tap for 20’s and 30’s :

Tuesday, October 30, 2007 // 7pm – 9pm
Theology on Tap: “ Faith in the Workplace”
at Stuff Yer Face Restaurant
49 Easton Avenue, New Brunswick
Speaker: Jay Jorgensen Esq.

Is our faith life from Sunday reflected in our work on Monday? As Christians we are asked to radiate the light of the Gospel into every facet of our lives. We can make our places of work holy by being holy people in the workplace. 

Jay Jorgensen is in the Diaconate Training Program in the Diocese of Metuchen.  He is an attorney and the Presiding Municipal Court Judge for Middlesex County. Mr. Jorgensen has published four books, taught history courses, and was an Academic All-American Basketball Player. He is a frequent guest speaker to many groups and associations.  His unique background enables him to be particularly well suited for giving his presentation "Faith in the Workplace."
$15 covers food and speaker. Cash bar.
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Monday, November 5, 2007 // 7pm – 9 pm
Theology on Tap : “Faith and Healing”
At Sayreville Bar and Restaurant:  7 Cecilia Street, Sayreville
Speaker: Dr. Anthony Tangorra, D.C.

What happens when bad things happen to good people? Is there a connection between faith and healing? Please join us on November 5 to find out. Our speaker will be Dr Anthony Tangorra. Dr. Tangorra has been committed to healing people for over 33 years. Appointed by Bishop Bootkoski, Dr. Tangorra serves as the lay moderator for the Cursillo Movement within the Diocese of Metuchen which is a movement committed to Christian spiritual growth. 
$15 covers food and speaker. Cash bar.
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Tuesday, November 6, 2007 // 7pm – 9pm 
Theology on Tap : “ A Catholic Rediscovers the Bible – The Relevance of Scripture in our Lives Today.”
at Stuff Yer Face Restaurant
49 Easton Avenue, New Brunswick
Speaker, Dr. Stephen Smith, PhD

Have you ever been told by well meaning Christians that Catholics are not really Christian? Many hear that Evangelicals love, need, read and understand the Bible. What about us Catholics?  Come and hear the good news about the Good News as Dr Smith explores Truth and decision making, meaning and our goals in life, and the relevance of scripture to our lives of faith.

Dr. Steve Smith has served as a Director of Young Adult Ministry at a large parish in Chicago, and spoken at numerous TOT events in the Midwest. In 2007, he received his Ph.D. in New Testament and Early Christianity from Loyola University of Chicago. He is an expert on the Gospels, and has spoken at numerous parishes and universities in the U.S. and Canada. He has also been a guest on various Catholic radio and television programs. Dr. Smith works for the Archdiocese of New York and is also an adjunct professor of Scripture and Theology at three seminaries and universities, including Seton Hall University in East Orange, NJ.
$15 covers food and speaker. Cash bar.

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Monday, November 12, 2007 // 7pm – 9pm
Theology on Tap : “ How to Walk on Water: Discipleship Then and Now”
At Sayreville Bar and Restaurant:  7 Cecilia Street, Sayreville
Speaker: Deacon Mickey Coppola, M.A.

People in biblical times learned from their rabbi and also yearned to live as the rabbi did.
Peter’s discipleship drew him out of the boat and he walked on water because he yearned to be like his rabbi, Jesus.

Get ready to leave the boat when Deacon Mickey Coppola leads us in exploring modern manifestations of the ancient practice of discipleship and following in the footsteps of our Master. We will explore our baptismal calling to live as disciples of Christ in the modern world.

Deacon Mickey Coppola is an adjunct theology professor at the College of St. Elizabeth and full time campus minister and religion teacher at Bishop Ahr High School. For 30 years Mickey worked for an oil company in corporate America. Mickey joyfully insists that he is very happy despite the $80,000 pay cut he accepted to serve in full time ministry to others. He is an active leader in many ministries at his parish of St. Anthony’s in Port Reading.
$15 covers food and speaker. Cash bar.

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Tuesday, November 13, 2007 // 7pm – 9pm
Theology on Tap:  “Living Courageously for God”
at Stuff Yer Face Restaurant
49 Easton Avenue, New Brunswick 
Speaker: Ms. Tina Rockafellow

“God did not give us a spirit of cowardice, but rather of power love and self control.” (2 Timothy 17). Join us as we explore what it means to live courageously for God.

Ms. Tina Rockafellow  is a school teacher as well as a youth minister at St. Magdalen DePazzi Parish in Flemington. She is committed to her faith as well as her graduate studies in Theology and Catechetics.
$15 covers food and speaker. Cash bar.
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Monday, November 19, 2007 // 7pm – 9pm
Theology on Tap : “ Images of God in our Changing Lives”
At Sayreville Bar and Restaurant:  7 Cecilia Street, Sayreville
Speaker: John Cook, M.A.

Let’s explore who God is and how our understandings of God grow and change as we grow and change. Please join us for this fun interactive experience lead by a dynamic full time lay ecclesial minister of two parishes.  Be prepared to have a good time from start to finish as you come to a greater understanding of your own spiritual journey – Past, Present, and Future.

John Cook  has been active in ministry for many years and has been serving as the full time youth and young adult minister for St. Cecilia Parish in Iselin as well as St. John Vianney Parish in Colonia for eleven years.  John’s life journey has been all about spiritual and personal growth and makes him uniquely qualified to lead us on this journey of exploring our images of God at different chapters in our changing lives.
$15 covers food and speaker. Cash bar.

For more details please contact the Office of Young Adult Ministry at 732-562-1990 ext 1635.

SPIRIT & TRUTH

real people. a real experience. the Real Presence.

Who?
Young Adults (ages 20s & 30s):

What?
Join us every Friday for adoration & music, in both a reverent and spirited setting!

When?
Every Friday Night 8-10pm

Where?
St. John the Apostle Church, Linden, NJ Gymnasium (Church basement)
Get directions HERE!

Local Contacts:
Marc: 908-803-1014,
Tommy: 732-522-1797

Under the direction of Fr. Joseph Meagher. A member of Spirit & Truth Eucharistic Communities, Inc. www.spiritandtruthnj.org