As we pause at this time to remember the blessings which God has bestowed on our country, let's not forget the following young adult birthdays: Jackie S. 1st, Desiree D. and Kevin D. 2nd, Tara V. 14th, Grace B. and Ruthie C. 18th, Joe M. 19th, Debbie C. 20th, Joy D. 22nd, Brett K. 25th, Renee S. 27th, Jennifer R. 29th, and Tom Z. 31st. We thank God for you and ask that He bless you as only He can.

During these lazy days of summer, come out and join us for a dessert social at The Melting Pot, 1 East Broad Street, Suite 100, Bethlehem, PA 18018. It will be held on Wednesday, July 20th at 8 p.m. Hope to AB C YA there.

The King's Men are sponsoring an outdoor men's retreat called "Into the Wild" in four more locations this year: eastern PA, western PA, western NY, and central VA. This experiential weekend features fishing, orienteering, outdoor cooking, archery, and faith presented in a masculine modality. No experience is necessary and space is limited. "Into the Wild" is excellent for single or married men as well as fathers and sons. More information at www.intothewildweekend.com or call Damian Wargo at 215-906-8878. Financial aid is available.

We are headed to Knoebels Theme park in Elysburg this Saturday, July 23rd! Come with us as we travel to America's largest FREE ADMISSION Amusement park! Just pay for the rides you want to go on! Most rides cost .75 - $1.75. They also have Pay One Price Plans to ride all you want for a flat charge, with prices dropping dramatically at 5:00pm.
We'll be meeting at 1:00pm at Ruthie's house- 2420 W South St, Allentown PA 18104. and will be leaving from there promptly between 1:00 - 1:15. The trip will take us about 2 hours. Leaving later in the day allows us more time to enjoy the park later in the afternoon and evening when the weather is not as hot. The park is open till 10:00! We'll leave to come home when the majority of us want to, we'll have no set return time. Don't worry about dinner, according to Food Network, Knoebels has some of the best food of any amusement park in the country!
We'll need people willing to drive!! Since we are saving money on admission as there is none (PARKING is FREE too!) it shouldn't be a problem for each of us to pitch in a 5 spot or so for gas/mileage to the person/s willing to drive! Please email tara@abcya.org with any questions, thoughts and/or if you are interested in coming along! Please mention if you are willing to be a driver! Since these are last minute details be sure to get in touch with me ASAP! I'll be checking my email often throughout the rest of the week. Here's the website be sure to check it out!!! - www.knoebels.com

We will be going to Victory House on Saturday July 30th to prepare and serve a meal. The meal will be served around 6pm we should arrive around 5pm so we can get the meal together .The address is 314 Filmore Street Bethlehem ,Pa. We will be preparing a meal for around 24 men if you can help ,or have any questions please email Kris@abcya.org

We will be begining a new series of Faith Sharing on Thursday July 28, 2011. This time we will be focusing on Apologetics. The first week we will be talking about the importance of learning to explain your faith. Then I would like members to send me some questions that they might have and would like answers. I will choose the best questions and then find the Church teaching and scripture passages and we will discuss it during the Faith Sharing session. We meet 7:30-8:45 on Thursday nights at Assumption Bethlehem. Hope to see you there.

During August, we recognize the following birthdays: Brian K. 1st, Rich O. 21st, Eric N. and Kristen F. 23rd, and Angela G. 26th. We thank God for you. May He always bless and guide you, and may our Lady's prayers assist you during your faith journey.