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Written by Kristin Bird
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Friday, 13 November 2009 00:00 |
| Ministry to youth is an important part of our faith community. Our Youth Ministry (Catholic Youth Oshkosh) leads us to a high level of collaboration with the Catholic schools, refocuses our teens on the Eucharist and solid catechesis, and lays the foundation for many solid, Christian mentoring relationships between adult and teen parishioners. |
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Our high school faith formation and youth ministry plan aims to touch both the hearts and heads of our high school students and will include opportunities for faith formation, education, service and justice, prayer and worship, and community-building. Some of the major components of our high school ministry program include:
- Sunday evening Faith Night for high school faith formation at Lourdes High School,
- Sunday evening Mass open to parishioners of all ages, but with an atmosphere specifically tailored to the needs of youth,
- Connection with the greater parish community during morning masses one Sunday each month.
- Evangelization and outreach through our Thursday night open gym open to high school teens of all faith backgrounds,
- Confirmation sacramental preparation during Junior year,
- An emphasis on stewardship through service opportunities in both the community and the parish,
- Fun activities and day trips throughout the year including Six Flags, Noah's Ark, Chicago and Milwaukee,
- Retreat opportunities open to all high school teens encouraging them to grow in their relationship with Christ, to build community with their peers, and develop meaningful relationships with others.
- And much, much more!
These links provide more specific information about our High School Ministry:
For more information about any aspect of our High School Youth Ministry please contact Coordinator Kristin Bird. You can also check out our latest news stories below or become a fan of Catholic Youth Oshkosh on Facebook...
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Last Updated on Saturday, 14 November 2009 19:51 |
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Written by Kristin Bird
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Monday, 23 November 2009 13:16 |
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Here's what's happening this week at CYO!
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Our last CYO Mass and Faith Night were Sunday, April 18. We have a ton of great special events along with our regular drop-in youth group going on all summer long. Check back regularly for updated information on our ministry to teens and families over the summer!
Weekly Summer Events
Thursday Night Drop-In
All high school teens are welcome to join us every Thursday at 7:00pm - 9:00pm at the Most Blessed Sacrament Pastoral Offices Gym (449 High Ave). Come for food, movies, games, an open gym, and much more summer fun! (Summer Drop-In starts May 13)
Adoration Hour
The high school teens and youth ministers are taking an hour of adoration in the Perpetual Adoration Chapel all summer long. Our hour is from 9:00 - 10:00pm on Thursdays. Please come to join us in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. Never been to adoration? That's okay! We have a handy how-to guide created just for teens!
Special Summer Events
High Seas Expedition Vacation Bible School
Last summer we had a number of high school teens help out with our VBS program for elementary school kids. We had a blast with the Crocodile Dock theme and Cajun music. This summer we're at it again with the High Seas Expedition, and we need your help! I guarantee there's something for everyone - even if you can't actually be at the VBS (June 14-18 9am-noon). Check us out our event page on Facebook or sign up as a volunteer online!
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More events posted soon - be sure to check back, watch the bulletin, or friend us on Facebook to stay up to date!
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Last Updated on Monday, 03 May 2010 14:31 |
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Written by Kristin Bird
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Friday, 13 November 2009 19:45 |
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Our volunteer youth ministers are one of the most vital parts of our ministry. First and foremost, they are role models to the teens. They know that how they live and act as adult Catholics makes a strong impression on teens, and they are committed to passing on the faith and modeling what it means to be in relationship with Christ. With that guiding principle in mind, there are three foundational behaviors a youth minister.
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Written by Kristin Bird
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Friday, 13 November 2009 16:43 |
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Our hope is that going through this Sacrament and the preparation process will prepare our teens to be blessed by the sacramental life that is all around them. Good decision making abilities, the wisdom to discern what God wants for you, the strength to witness to their faith - these are all gifts they will graced with through the Sacrament of Confirmation. Our preparation process is designed to help the teens accept, appreciate and make the best use they can out of the many gifts that come from this Sacrament.
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Last Updated on Sunday, 17 January 2010 12:25 |
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Written by Kristin Bird
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Friday, 13 November 2009 16:09 |
October
4 High School Begins at Lourdes 5:00 - 7:30 pm
11 High School Mass & Faith Night 5:00 - 7:30
18 High School Mass & Faith Night 5:00 - 7:30
25 All grades TEACHING MASS (SJA) - 10:30 am @ Knapp St. site
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Last Updated on Friday, 13 November 2009 19:50 |
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