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Updated January 10, 2010

Welcome to the CRYS Web site

2010 marks 17 years that CRYS has been serving young, Catholic singles in the Valley of the Sun. We are blessed to be able to offer you many opportunities to continue to grow in your faith, and to meet new Catholics in the Phoenix diocese (and beyond). From hosting the first CRYS retreat in 1993, the CRYS community has grown tremendously over the past 15 years, continuing its mission of serving single young adult Catholics.

What is CRYS?

Since our founding in 1993 by Father Alberto Ruiz, CMF, the CRYS ministry has focused on providing sacramental and devotional centered spiritual retreats for single adults ages 21–40.

CRYS provides an opportunity for singles to receive support, education and a community in which to share and grow in our Catholic faith.

2010 Day of Renewal

Please join the CRYS community as we host our annual Day of Renewal "Imitation of Christ" on Saturday, Jan. 30th. It will run from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Mt. Claret Retreat Center (4633 North 54th Street Phoenix).

Check out the CRYS Day of Renewal YouTube video.

Retreats

The retreat is an opportunity to gather for a weekend in a casual environment to further our journey with Christ and share in His sacraments and community. The retreats are held at the Mt. Claret retreat center, conveniently located at the base of Camelback Mountain in Central Phoenix.

The upcoming retreat dates are:

March 26-28, 2010
September 17-19, 2010


Download the 2009 Retreat Brochure to get more information and to sign up!

Other events

CRYS offers several events each and every month. From recurring Faith Feeds (90-minute presentations about our Catholic faith offered by a priest or religious), to Bible studies, to dances and picnics, to just meeting for mass and coffee, there is something for everyone. Scroll down to the events below to browse what's going on, but for the most up-to-date information, get on the CRYS semi-monthly e-mail by clicking on the "Monthly E-mail" link to the left.

Thank you for stopping by, and may God richly bless you and your loved ones.


Theo Tigno
CRYS President





Be sure to see the updated photos from recent CRYS events in the CRYS Photo Album to the left. Also, be sure to check out the CRYS Winter Newsletter to see what the CRYS Community has been up to!


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CRYS JANUARY MONTHLY E-MAIL

CRYS JANUARY MONTHLY E-MAIL

January 2010

"Vanity of vanities and all is vanity, except to love God and serve Him alone."

Excerpt from the `Imitation of Christ'

Events included in this e-mail:
 

  • Cry's Day of Renewal – 1 day retreat – Save the date!
  • Ultimate Frisbee
  • Cry's Bible Study
  • "Faith, Food & Fellowship"
  • Cry's Retreat #40 – March 26th!
  • Friday Night Rosary & Fellowship
  • Game Nights
  • Prayer Chain
  • Parish Ambassadors

DAY OF RENEWAL – Theme: The Imitation of Christ - Save the Date!

When:    Saturday, January 30th
               8:30am – 5:30pm
Where:   Mt Claret


Enter into the rich spiritual depth of the "Imitation of Christ" by Thomas a Kempis on this 1 day retreat with the
CRYS community. Join us as we celebrate Mass, devotionals and hear from other young singles who will share their personal experience, inspirations and struggles to imitate Christ. Join us in small group sharing and talks. The Imitation of Christ by Thomas a Kempis can be found online by clicking here.

Costs:  $15 plus $5.00 for lunch (or bring your own lunch)

For more information contact John V. at 480.213.7492 or john.villapudua@ cox.net


 

Ultimate Frisbee

When:    Saturday, January 23rd
               
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Where:   Los Olivos Park
                   2802 E. Devonshire Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85016-8505

Come stretch out your legs. Work off that extra 5 servings of stuffing, 5 dozen cookies and 6.5 dozen tamales you had over the holidays. Join the Crys community in a spirited game of Ultimate Frisbee.

For more information contact Adam R. @  ajr4@ cox.net


CRYS BIBLE STUDY

CRYS is excited to host the sequel to the Great Adventure Bible Timeline, The Great Adventures in Matthew! This two-year course presented on DVD will take us through the 28 chapters of St. Matthew's Gospel. We will view the hour-long Bible study, followed by a 30-minute presentation from a featured guest, and close with 30 minutes of group discussion.

When:   1st and 3rd Saturday of the month
               
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where:  Diocese of Phoenix 
              400 East Monroe, downtown Phoenix (click here for a map)

Be sure to park in the Diocesan parking garage (if it's a game day, just mention you're there for the
CRYS Bible Study). The garage is located just south of Van Buren on 5th Street. It's a bit tricky to find, so click here to get directions.

February 6th - Ch. 16: Jesus Establishes the Church

February 20th - Ch. 17: The Transfiguration

March 6th - Ch. 18: Characteristics of the Christian Community

For more information contact John V. at 480.213.7492 or john.villapudua@ cox.net

Suggested Donation - $2.00


 

"FAITH, FOOD & FELLOWSHIP"

When:   Tuesday – Postponed till March
              7:00pm - 9:00pm
                
Where:  Sweet Tomatoes
              52 E Camelback Rd
              Phoenix, AZ 85012-1662
              (602) 274-5414 (NE corner of Central & Camelback Rd)


CRYS signature event, "Faith, Food & Fellowship" takes place on the 1st Tuesday of the month in a restaurant setting (unless otherwise noted). Come learn more about our faith and join in fellowship with other Catholic young adults. Remember to bring a friend or two!

Upcoming topics:

 TBD

Look for more info on this event in future emails.
*Suggested donation:  $5.00 (for clergy).

For more information contact John V. at 480.213.7492 or john.villapudua@ cox.net 


 

CRYS RETREAT #40

"Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord" 

 

When:    March 26-28

                   6 p.m. on Friday until 4 p.m. on Sunday

Where:  Mt. Claret Retreat Center

                  4633 North 54th Street, Phoenix

Cost: $75 per person

              (includes lodging and all meals)


 

Mark your calendars for CRYS #40!  The retreat is an opportunity to gather for a weekend in a casual environment to further our journey with Christ and share in His sacraments and community. Click here for more information.

 

If you are unable to attend, please join the community Rosary in support of the Retreat at 6 p.m. at Mt. Claret.

 

Questions? Contact Annette Garcia at 602.739.0069 or annetteg79@... 

 


ROSARY & FELLOWSHIP

When:    February 12th, 6:30pm
Where:  Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church
               7655 East Main Street, Scottsdale (click
here for a map)

We meet in the Adoration chapel.

OLPH is located on Miller Road, just South of Indian School, where Miller is between Scottsdale Road and Hayden.

Please join us for this monthly gathering. We usually head out to dinner following the Rosary.


Questions? Contact Eric Nanneman at 602.369.8018 or enanneman@hotmail. com


CRYS GAME NIGHTS

Please join the
CRYS community on Monday evenings as we meet for Holy Mass at St. Thomas the Apostle (24th Street & Campbell) at 5:30p.m. Following Holy Mass, we'll head over to the Fuddruckers (20th Street and Highland--click here for a map) for cards and conversation!

It's a great way to get a great start on a brand new week!  Come meet some new friends, learn a new game of cards or just hang out!

Questions? Contact Eric Nanneman at 602.369.8018 or enanneman@hotmail. com
 



PRAYER CHAIN

 
Help the
CRYS community by praying at home!

Join the group praying on the
CRYS E-mail prayer chain.  You will receive an e-mail once or twice a week with prayer intentions.  The form and frequency of praying for the intentions is up to you.  Send an e-mail to john.villapudua@ cox.net to join the CRYS community of prayer.  You do not need to be on the prayer chain to submit a prayer intention.


PARISH AMBASSADORS

We are looking for
CRYS ambassadors to help ensure CRYS is represented in each parish. 

Please contact Rubett Garcia 602.920.2170 or Rubett.garcia@ yahoo.com.



May the peace of Jesus Christ be with you,

             CRYS Support Team





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