As we transition into March, our minds turn to Lent. You might be wondering, "What should I give up for Lent?" Most of us grew up giving up something, like Melanie always gave up chocolate! But just giving up something can grow stale and not challenge us to go deeper in our faith. We need to discern what God wants to give us during this Lenten journey.
This requires prayer and discernment. We had an interesting discussion in our Super Region Team meeting in January about what discernment looked like when each couple discerned and then accepted their role to serve the Teams of Our Lady Movement. Each of their stories involved prayer, reflection, and really asking God what He desired for them. Discernment is really the same no matter if it is discerning a “yes” to serve the Movement or a “yes” to what God is calling you to this Lenten season. Pray hard and discern well, our fellow Pilgrims of Hope. May you grow in love and hope as you begin this season of Lent.
The Teams Store is back!
We are so happy to let you know that the Teams Store is back with a new vendor. This new platform will allow the store to be open all year round! Please order at your leisure. Melanie has decided she needs a couple of the new ball caps and Greg would like one of the vests!
Click here to visit the Teams Store or scan the QR code below.
Jubilee Year of Hope
We have received multiple inquiries as to what Teams is doing special for the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope. We experienced a preview of the Jubilee Year when in Italy last summer for the International Gathering. Many of the holy doors were being refurbished or were already being highlighted at the churches we toured. Although not the same, it did give us an appreciation for the awe and wonder these holy sites inspire. Although we don’t have plans for any formal celebrations, we have folded in the Pilgrims of Hope prayers and messages in our USA Super Region Team meetings and plan to use the theme for the Sector Couple Experience coming in June. We are encouraging our Province and Region Responsible Couples to use this theme in their upcoming College Meetings. If your Team would like to incorporate some of the messages of the Jubilee Year of Hope into your meetings or retreats, please check out the resources we have been using at the recommendation of our USA Super Region Spiritual Counselor, Fr. Eli Lopez.
Click here to find Jubilee Year resources.
Retreat Ideas - Reminder
One area of challenge for many teams is planning the annual retreat. Our desire is to provide retreat resources on our newly revamped website in the coming months. If you would be willing to share your favorite Teams Retreat Experience with the wider Movement, please complete a form using the QR code below OR feel free to email us your information. Thank you for being willing to share your best ideas with other Teams in the USA! Just like at a team meeting, we all grow and benefit from each other when we share our experiences.
March 2025 Prayer Service
Please find the link to the March Prayer Service prepared by Fr. Eli Lopez, Spiritual Counselor for USA-SR.
We continue to lift all of you up in prayer. Our Lady, Queen of Teams, pray for us!
Peace, Greg & Melanie Gehrt