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2013 - 2014

2013 - 2014. Resources:. SJTW Life Teen 1 Minute Recap of Session Discussion Starters www.LifeTeen.com Catholic articles & Blogs for today’s teen culture. www.USCCB.com Daily Readings, Online Bible & Catechism. Laudate mobile app. iPhone & Android. Faith Formation:. Faith Formation

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2013 - 2014

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  1. 2013 - 2014

  2. Resources: SJTW Life Teen 1 Minute Recap of Session Discussion Starters www.LifeTeen.com Catholic articles & Blogs for today’s teen culture. www.USCCB.com Daily Readings, Online Bible & Catechism. Laudate mobile app. iPhone & Android

  3. Faith Formation: • Faith Formation • 8 Catechetical Sessions • Most Repeated 10th/11th & 9th grade (separate night). • Start following 5:30 Mass (6:45 social – punch and cookies) • If teens attend another Mass, should be here by 6:30. • If Mass is still in progress, please assemble in SJH not Gathering area. • Attendance Requirements and Make-ups • We only meet about 2x/mo (includes retreats and Conf. Prep • Attend an alternate session (Full Schedule online) • Adult Ed as make-up for Life Nights (not Confirmation • Person of Christ / Sacred Scripture • Study Bible (Handy for 2nd half of the year – Great Gift)

  4. Faith Formation: • The Table Project • Private Social Network just for SJTW Teens • Innovative approach to build community and grow faith. • Open platform that encourages 21st century discipleship. • 1st “assignment” before 1st life night • Register • Complete profile. • Search for Catholic links and videos, Virtual Scavenger hunt, Develop awareness of online materials and recourses, information for volunteer ministry opportunities, small group discussion, Q&A, special interest groups, more…

  5. Faith Formation: • Other Sessions. • Gift of Life (Nov. 3rd) • Parish Event (not repeated) • Great Guest speakers • Living Stations of the Cross 9th grade. • 9th Grade Class project / St. Joe Tradition • Feb. Orientation (2/3/13: noon-2pm) • Dress Rehearsal / 2 Performances • 1 additional rehearsal w/Cindy TBD. • Note Dates now (busy time of year) • Field Ministry (Life Night #7) • Saturday Ministry Event

  6. Confirmation Prep • Two-Year Preparation period • Typically starts in 10th Grade, Confirming in 11th. • Confirmation Prep Sessions • 3 Sessions • Oct. 27th: Orientation • Feb. 9th: Learning Center/Confirmation Interviews. • Dec. 22nd or April 13thParish Reconciliation Service • ~Must attend one of these, Sign-in sheets following event. • Attendance is mandatory • These sessions are not repeated (written make-ups available)

  7. Confirmation I Confirmation I 10th Grade (Typically) Candidate / Parent Meeting (Date) Parents AND Teens Break out Program is reviewed in detail Handbook / Log to track Ministry Hours Guest Speaker Candidates/Parents responsible for keeping records of commitments/volunteering. Sponsors will be selected in the spring

  8. Confirmation II Confirmation II Candidate / Sponsor Meeting (Date) Candidates AND Sponsors must attend If the Sponsor lives out of town a proxy may attend. Sponsor Program is reviewed in detail Sponsor Handbook Confirmation Sending Rite / Reception Sunday April 27th; 5:30 pm Mass Sponsor (or proxy) should attend Parents and family are welcome Confirmation Mass Basilica of St. Mary: April 28th; 7:00 pm

  9. Mission Opportunities (Teens) • Full-Week Urban immersion experience in North Minneapolis. • Co-op mission with St. Vincent’s, HNoJ, St. Bart’s… • Meaningful Mission / Catholic Experience. • Two-Week Faith & Leadership Experience at St. John’s • National Award winning program • Mission, Ministry, Discipleship & Leadership.

  10. Volunteer Opportunities: Mayhem Lock-In Chaperones: Overnight or 5 hour shifts Living Stations of the Cross Help with Props and Costumes 9th Grade Retreat Registration / Setup-Cleanup Crew • 9thGrade Table

  11. Volunteer Opportunities: “Emmaus” Confirmation I Retreat Registration / Setup-Cleanup Crew Confirmation Team “Behind the scenes” help with Confirmation Prep sessions Confirmation Corsages/Gifts Help with Prepare corsages and gifts for Mass. • Confirmation Table

  12. Volunteer Opportunities: Urban Immersion Mission Trip Full Week and ½ Week Adult Chaperones (21+) Faith/Leadership Camp – St. John’s Planning, Fundraising and logistics help Peer Ministry/Leadership – SJTW Planning, Registration and logistics help • Summer Programs Table

  13. Volunteer Opportunities: Social Hour Host Serve cookies and punch following 5:30 p.m. Mass Youth Ministry Advisory Team Planning, Evaluation and Youth Advocacy Table Project / Communications Website, On-Line, and communications • Advisory Logistic Table

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