En nuestra parroquia de Ave Maria, el pasado mes de junio se llevó a cabo el I Retiro de Emaús - Hombres con una participación de más de 80 caminantes que alegres como aquellos discípulos de Emaús del pasaje bíblico se encontraron con sus familias y amigos y dieron gracias a Dios por la experiencia de fe y por haber reconocido de nuevo a Jesús caminando en sus vidas. Si estas interesado en participar o deseas mas información, contacta a Manuel Milanes, mmpizonero@yahoo.es. Nos reunimos cada semana. Jesucristo ha Resucitado, En verdad Resucitó.

Silent Retreats available in Ave Maria for 2 or 3 days. Click on link for more details.

The Ave Maria Parish Choir, directed by Marian Mandy, leads the singing for the Sunday 10am Mass. This mixed voice ensemble accepts singers, aged 14 and above. Attendance at a weekly Tuesday rehearsal from 7-8pm is required. The ability to match pitch and blend in the choir is essential. Some ability to read music is important, although participation in this ensemble will provide growth opportunities for members to increase their reading ability. Audio samples are provided to aid in learning the more challenging works. Email marian.m(at)avemariaparish.org to arrange for an audition.

Religious Education registration has begun for this year and forms are available at the parish office and after Masses from August 15th-29th. Online registration will begin later this month. We are still in need of disciples to join our Faith Formation team. Please prayerfully consider joining our team or recommending someone you know who loves the faith and wants to bring it to others. Contact Becky Hampton, Director of Religious Education, at becky.h(at)avemariaparish.org for more information.

The Children's Choir of Ave Maria Catholic Church sings at the 10am Mass twice a month. The choir is open to children in second grade and above. The practice is on Wednesday evenings from 6:15pm-7:15pm at the Church. Please contact Kathy Dittus at rjdittus(at)gmail.com or Marian Mandy at marian.m(at)avemariaparish.org for further information on how to become a member.

The Ave Maria Parish community needs your help. If you are interested in committing to an hour a week of Eucharistic Adoration at the University's Martha Burke Chapel, please visit the kiosk in that chapel or go to adorationpro.org/avefl to sign up.

The Ave Maria Moms Prayer Group seeks to build community among moms living in Ave Maria through prayer, friendship, and fellowship. We meet once a month for a potluck brunch, followed by the Holy Rosary and discussion about relevant topics as marriage, motherhood, and the spiritual life. If you are interested in being a part of this growing, dynamic group where moms find community, support, and spiritual nourishment, contact Emily West at emilyrose101(at)gmail.com

Holy Hour Eucharistic Adoration and Confessions every Friday from 6:30pm-7:30pm at Ave Maria Church.

If you or you and your family have recently registered as new Ave Maria Catholic Church parishioners then you are cordially invited to the New Parishioners Dinner. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet our staff, other new parishioners and enjoy a delicious meal. Please contact our Parish Secretary, Stephanie Pointz, at 239-261-5555 to RSVP.

Saturday Mornings: 7am - Breakfast 7:30am - Presentation 8am - Small Group Discussions 8:30am - Conclusion In addition, many men attend the 9am Mass after the That Man is You! meeting. Meetings go year around except during the summer. For more information or to register, please contact Dr. Charlie Thompson at drcharlie(at)snet.net or 860-460-7195.

All women (18 years or older) of Ave Maria Parish are invited to a one-day retreat with spiritual conferences, Holy Mass, and the Sacrament of Penance. The Retreat will be held on Saturday, September 25, 2021 from 7:30am to 3:20pm at the AMU Student Union Ballroom. The Retreat Conferences will be led by Father Romanus Cessario, O.P. (Adam Cardinal Maida Professor of Theology, Ave Maria University).

Children ages 7-18 are invited to join the Junior Legion of Mary meetings every Saturday from 10am-11am at the Parish Hall. For more information, contact Sandy Dinan at sjndinan(at)gmail.com.

First Communion Preparation classes start on Sunday 9/26/21 from 11:15am-12:15pm at Donahue Academy.

RCIA for Youth (8-11 years) classes start on Sunday 9/26/21 from 11:15am-12:15pm at Donahue Academy for students preparing to receive their first sacrament next year. This class will also be continuing catechesis for 3rd-5th grade students who have already received their first sacraments.

RCIA for Youth (12-15 Years) classes start on Sunday 9/26/21 from 11:15am-12:15pm at Donahue Academy for students preparing for first sacraments at Easter Vigil.

Catechesis of the Good Shepard starts on Sunday 9/26/21 from 11:15am-12:15pm at Donahue Academy for Kindergarten and Pre-Sacramental students preparing to receive first sacraments next year.

La Parroquia de Ave Maria te invita a participar de una nueva iniciativa: Grupo de Matrimonios en espanol.  El nombre del Grupo es "Matrimonios Transformados."  Se inspira en las palabras de San Pablo: "No os amoldeis a este mundo, sino, por el contrario, transformaos con una renovacion de la mente, para qua podais discernir cual es la voluntad de Dio, que es lo bueno, agradable y perfecto," (Rom. 12:2). Su objetivo es: el crecimiento espiritual y apoyo de los esposos.  Se tratan temas como: comunicacion, intimidad, finanzas, y educacion de los hijos.  Quienes pueden participar?  Parejas en preparacion matrimonial y matrimonios en cualquier etapa y/o circunstancia.  Contaremos con actividades para los ninos.  Para mayor informacion contacte a Karla y Jorge Cebreros: mtavemaria@gmail.com

The teen Dead Theologians Society (DTS) meeting will be on Sunday September 26, 2021 at the Parish Hall from 6:30pm - 8pm.  If any parent is interested in helping with providing the snacks and the drinks please contact Deacon Tom Kinnick at thomas.k(at)avemariaparish.org. The time for each date is 6:30pm-8pm at the Parish Hall: - September 26 - October 10, 17 & 31 - November 7 & 14 ​​​​​​​- December 5 & 19

Our Lady of Wisdom Praesidium, seeking personal sanctification by prayer and holy works in service of the Blessed Virgin Mary.  Come visit Ave Maria's Legion of Mary weekly meetings on Monday evenings from 7pm - 8:30pm at the Mary and Mercy Center.  Works done include participation in the Fatima Pilgrim Virgin Statue Home Visitation Program, distributing holy items, and welcoming new members of the Ave Maria Community. Contact Bill Bradt at bradtbill(at)aol.com for more information.

Men of Ave Maria Parish are invited to join the Men's Holy Hour of Reparation Prayer Group. The intention of the Holy Hour is to console the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary and to make reparation for blasphemy and sacrilege against the Holy Eucharist and the Holy Priesthood. We meet every Monday night from 8pm-9pm in the Church.  The Holy Hour is open to all men in the parish and boys 17 and older.  Contact Joseph Burke at 239-272-8395 or email him at jburke1220(at)yahoo.com for more information.

Los Legionarios de Maria se reúnen semanalmente para orar y revisar las actividades apostólicas hechas durante la semana. También estudian temas formativos para hacer más eficaz el apostolado. La Legion de Maria es un gran Movimiento Mariano extendido por todo el mundo y ha demostrado ser escuela de santidad. Las reuniones son todos los martes, de 7pm a 8:30pm en el Mary and Mercy Center. Para recibir mas información contacta a Marvin Gaitán al marvingaitan73@gmail.com

RCIA for Adults classes start on Wednesday 9/29/21 from 6:30pm-8:00pm in the Parish Hall for adults preparing to come into the Catholic Church on Easter Vigil.

The Men’s Gospel Forum is an informal opportunity for a group of men to discuss Sunday's Gospel reading. Meetings start at 7pm on Thursdays at The Bean. Come and learn more about the Gospel with a great fellowship of men.