Our life as disciples doesn't exist only within the walls of our church.  We receive information from many community organizations that provide opportunities to Pray, Learn, Share and Witness. 

The Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women (ACCW) invites all members and those women who are interested in learning more about ACCW to the Cedar Rapids Deanery conference at St. Matthew Parish on Saturday, June 26th at 10:30 AM.

ACCW supports, empowers, and educates Catholic women in spirituality, leadership, and service. ACCW programs respond with Gospel values to the needs of the Church and society in the modern world.
 
Topics of discussion are:
ACCW Programs and Partnerships
ACCW Service Projects
The Gifts of the Visitation Project
How as an ACCW woman, you can help your parish?
 
There will be a Raffle drawing that includes 1 free entry to Beauty in Christ 2022 ($50.00 Value), free years membership to ACCW ($10.00 Value) and a few other surprises.
Light snacks and drinks will be provided
 
If you have any questions, please contact ACCW Cedar Rapids Deanery Representative, Billie Burhite, at burhite4@gmail.com or phone at 319-241-7604

Catholic Daughters of the Americas Hour of Prayer

A Call to Pray for Our Country - Please join the Catholic Daughters Cedar Rapids Court in an hour of prayer every Wednesday at St. Wenceslaus Church, starting at 3 PM with the Divine Mercy Chaplet, along with private prayer time for our country as we face great challenges—the virus, racial unrest, political division, right to life, etc.

“If my people who are called by My name humble themselves and pray, and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.”  2 Chronicles 7:14

St. Luke’s Hospital is needing additional Eucharistic Ministers to provide Holy Eucharist for its hospitalized Catholic patients. If you are interested in providing this rewarding ministry, please contact Dick Lensing 319 573-9669 richardlensing3457@gmail.com. Detailed training is provided. 

Thanks to multiple generous financial donations, the Xavier Foundation is able to offer two scholarship opportunities for students who wish to attend Xavier High School:

St. Francis Xavier Scholarship

The St. Francis Xavier Scholarship offers full tuition for up to four years to a qualifying Xavier High School student. Students in grades 8-11 may apply. In order to be eligible for consideration of the St. Francis Xavier Scholarship, students must meet the following criteria:

• Student is a practicing Christian.
• The combined household income must be less than $75,000 per year
• Student must have a letter of recommendation from two teachers or one teacher and one coach in order to apply for the scholarship.
• Student must submit a written essay (300 words or less) on why they would like to attend Xavier.
• Student must have 3.0 or better GPA or grade equivalent.
• Student must be in good standing within our community

• Student is a practicing Catholic at one of Xavier’s 11 supporting parishes.
• The combined household income should be less than $75,000 per year.
• Student should have one (or more) letter(s) of recommendation from a teacher, coach, or principal of their school, sharing how this student demonstrates curiosity, engagement, a passion for learning, and family oriented characteristics.
• Student must submit a written essay (300 words or less) on why they would like to attend Xavier, sharing how they demonstrate curiosity, engagement, a passion for learning, and family oriented characteristics.
• Student must be in good standing within our community

Applications can be submitted online by visiting XavierSaints.org/Scholarship. Deadline to submit an application for the 2021-2022 school year is April 30, 2021.

Any admissions-related questions can be directed to Cara Joens, XHS Admissions & College/Career Coordinator, at cara.joens@xaviersaints.org or by calling 319-739-7313. 
 
Questions related to the application process can be directed to Mary Harken, Advancement Director for the Xavier Foundation at mharken@xavierfoundation.org or by calling 319-378-4571.

The following items are currently needed:

• dishes
• pots
• pans
• blankets
• sheets
• towels      

There is an job opening at the St. Pius X School and Early Childcare Center in the Food Service Department. Hours are from 9 to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. This is a year-round position. If you're interested, contact Dawn Bliss (dawnbliss@stpiusxschoolcr.com, 319-393-4507.)

Bridgehaven Pregnancy Support Center is hiring for the manager position at Treasures Resale Shoppe. 

This is an important ministry role for Bridgehaven, helping provide service and care to customers and clients as well as managing this vital source of revenue. 

This position is full time and provides benefits. 
Find out more at https://bridgehavencr.org/get-involved/career-opportunities/