TONIGHT: Potluck + Roundtable & Other Updates
10/05/2009
Just wanted to let people know about what’s going on at and around St. Jude Catholic Worker:
Tonight, Monday October 5
6pm Potluck + 7pm Discussion on permaculture principles / sustainable practices
Bring food if you have some, a friend that’s not busy, and join the fun.
Tuesday October 6 7pm
‘Rethinking Afghanistan’ film sponsored by Campus Anti-War Network
U of I Gregory Hall Rm. 111
Wednesdays (weekly)
A Quaker-style time for spiritual reflection and contemplation, may include readings, prayers, and song.
All are welcome to join us at 7:30pm at 317 S Randolph.
Saturday October 10
9am Mass led by Fr. Tom Royer + 10am Community Meeting
Also Saturday October 10 3-7pm
Really Really Free Market + Food Not Bombs
West Side Park in Champaign (corner of State and University)
“The Really Really Free Market is a festival where no money is exchanged, no bartering or trading takes place. Everything is free. The community is invited to bring under-used items (like that skateboard in your attic or sewing kit you never use) and skills and services (think: free back-rubs and bike tune-ups) and give them away. Food Not Bombs will be serving free food. Everyone is welcome to a party where there’s no distinction between those that have and those in need. And of course, the event is really really free.”
We’re preparing bedrooms and continuing conversation to begin offering overnight hospitality to families, women, and children November 1. Also, we’re welcoming women to the house one day a week to use showers and other facilities, as well as have a safe and warm space off the streets. As we sort through more of how this will operate, we’ll let you know how you can get involved.
NEEDS + WISHES:
+prayer / support / community
+toiletries (shampoo, soap, tooth brushes and tooth paste)
+blankets, sleeping bags
+towels and wash clothes
+laundry detergent (liquid and earth-friendly if possible)
+toilet paper
+financial donations as cold winter months drive up heating costs
+old windows to use in the construction of a greenhouse
+bikes, bicycle tools and work stand
Thanks to everyone that continues to support the work of this house of hospitality.
