Grades 9 & Up Programs
- The Catholicism Project
- Confirmation Formation
- Lifeteen
- Lifeline
- Youth Mission Trip
- Steubenville Youth Conference
- Teen Timeline Bible Study
- Theology Of The Body
- Peer Ministry
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January 11 - May 30 on "Lifeteen" Wednesdays
7 - 9:00 PM in the Youth Room
For all Lifeteen, EDGE or Family Formation parents
Confirmation, together with Baptism and Eucharist, form the Sacraments of Initiation. In the Sacrament of Confirmation, the baptized person is sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit and is strengthened for service to the Body of Christ.
Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation at the Church of St. Patrick begins with participation in our Lifeteen ministry, which is a pre-requisite for enrollment in the Confirmation program. Lifeteen participants—students in grade 9—who complete all requirements are then eligible to register for participation in the Confirmation program.
The Confirmation program is available to young people in grades 10-12. Students must register to participate in the Confirmation program.
Volunteers are also needed for this ministry. If you would like to help, please give us a call. Training will be provided.
February Service Activity - Tie Blanket Project
Recurring Schedule:
- 2 Sunday’s a month, 5:00 PM Mass w/dollar dinner. Class 6:30-8:30 PM. Click here for a calendar with class dates and times
How to Join Us:
- Register youth for this program by meeting with Linda at the Parish Office
Cost:
- $100 Per Student Per Year (Year 2 Candidates Only)
Candidate Participation requires:
- Participation in Year 1 Confirmation during the 2010-2011 Formation Year to be eligible for Year 2 Confirmation in 2011-2012 Formation Year.
Objective:
- Confirmation, together with Baptism and Eucharist, form the Sacraments of Initiation that are all intimately connected. In the Sacrament of Confirmation, the baptized person is “sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit” and is strengthened for service to the Body of Christ.
Contact Info:
- Linda Abel-Thomas
- Director of Confirmation & Youth Ministry
- 763-753-2011 ext 7630
- lmabel-thomas@st-patricks.org
PARENTS NIGHT ON FEBRUARY 29TH
SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER DAVID RINALDI
"GET A LIFE!"
Jesus said, "I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly." This talk explores how Jesus experienced his passion, death and resurrection precisely so he could send us the Holy Spirit - the Lord and Giver of Life. It answers the question, "If I already received the Holy Spirit at my baptism, why don't I experience the abundant life that Jesus talked about?"
Life Teen is a Catholic, Eucharist-centered parish youth ministry program for High School teenagers. Developed more than twenty years ago, today Life Teen is used by over 1200 Catholic parishes around the world. The mission of Life Teen is to lead teens closer to Christ—to make Christ’s message relevant for today’s teens.
The Life Teen program has three components: Life Nights, Issue Nights, and Social Nights. Life Nights are the catechetical component of the program. The non-classroom, interactive format makes learning about the faith fun but also challenging. Issue Nights deal with specific “real world” issues such as drinking, gossip, chastity, etc. These nights help teens see how their Catholic faith is relevant to every aspect of their lives. Finally, the Social Nights build Christian community and friendships through games, skits, food, and fellowship. All Life Teen Nights follow the flow of the Holy Mass—Gather, Proclaim, Break, and Send.
The Life Teen program at the Church of St. Patrick meets two Wednesdays each month from 7-9 PM—see the Youth Formation Calendar for details on specific dates. Registration is required for participation in the program, and there is a fee. The program is for students in grades 9-12. All 9th grade students must be enrolled and participate in the Life Teen program for one year in order to be eligible to register for the Confirmation program in 10th grade.
Volunteers are needed to make this program a success. If you would like to become a Core Member or Core Member Assistant, please contact Linda Abel-Thomas. All training will be provided.
Recurring Schedule:
- Two Wednesdays a month, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
- Please see the Youth Formation calendar for specific dates and details
Cost:
- $80.00 per youth per year
How to join us:
- Register youth for this program by meeting with Linda in the parish office at 763.753.2011 ext 7630
- Sign up as a volunteer Core Member of Core Member Assistant by calling Linda in the parish office
To be a Volunteer:
- Must have Virtus training
- Must complete a background check
- Attend training sessions as provided
Contact:
- Linda Abel Thomas at 763.753.2011 ext 7630 or email lmabel-thomas@st-patricks.org
Additional Resources:
Lifeline is a part of NET (National Evangelization Team) Ministries which is an international youth ministry program. NET’s mission is to challenge young Catholics to love Christ and embrace the life of the church.
Locally, Lifeline is a monthly program for young people in grades 8-12 in the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis. Gatherings are held on the First Saturday of the month—unless dates coincide with major feasts or solemnities in the Church; check the Lifeline schedule—at the NET Center in West St. Paul, Minnesota. Each Lifeline evening includes Mass followed by locally and nationally known speakers, musicians, priests, and entertainers. Doors open at 5:30 PM, and the program begins at 6:00.
All Life Teen and Confirmation participants at the Church of St. Patrick are required to attend one Lifeline 
gathering during each year of their Confirmation formation. Second year Confirmation students who did not attend a Lifeline session in the first year of their sacramental preparation will be required to attend two Lifeline gatherings prior to being confirmed.
Transportation from the Church of St. Patrick to the NET Center is provided for several dates in the Lifeline schedule and may also be provided for additional dates as well if at least thirty people have registered for that month’s program. Registration is required for all participants, and there is a fee. Permission slips are also required and must be returned to the church by the set deadline in order to reserve transportation. Students are encouraged to attend any or all of the Lifeline gatherings; family and friends are always welcome.
NET Ministries is under the ecclesial vigilance of the Most Reverend John C. Nienstedt, Archbishop of St. Paul and Minneapolis. NET is a non-profit organization incorporated in the State of Minnesota and is funded through individual donations, program fees, and grants. NET Ministries is governed by a national Board of Directors.
NET Lifeline Schedule 2011 - 2012
March Lifeline Event: Danielle Rose Concert/Mass on March 3, 2012 Permission Slip
The Youth Mission Trip offers young people from the Church of St. Patrick the experience to grow in their faith and to be the hands and feet of Jesus in places around the country. The mission trip is open to all young people in the parish who are currently in high school at the time of registration and for mature incoming freshmen.
The mission is two-fold:
- To share the love of Jesus and serve the neglected, brokenhearted, and marginalized in any way needed with the goal of inspiring participants to serve in their local communities.
- To encourage participants to live as disciples of Christ through serving others, and to foster the spiritual growth of each participant through the Sacraments, the Catholic faith, sharing, and prayer.
In addition to helping out our brothers and sisters in Christ, there are fellowship, cultural, historical, and fun activities planned for the week.
Registration is required for participation in this program and will begin in the fall of 2011 for the 2012 summer trip. Registration will continue until all spots are filled. There is a fee for this program with optional opportunities for fundraising. Volunteers are also needed. Please give us a call if you can help.
Steubenville St Louis Mid-America Conference & Pilgrimage: July 9 - 16, 2012
The HUNGER for Catholic Missions
Mandatory Information Meeting for all interested participants on January 25 at 6:30 PM in Kennedy Hall
Each summer, a group of young parishioners from The Church of St. Patrick attends The Steubenville Catholic Youth Conference presented by the Franciscan University of Steubenville and Partnership for Youth. Franciscan University holds these conferences around the country, and Minnesota has two locations called Steubenville North I and II: The University of St. Thomas in St. Paul and the Civic Center in Rochester.
The Steubenville Catholic Youth Conference is a gathering of thousands of Catholic Youth from around the United States coming together to embrace their Catholic faith and to reach a deeper relationship with Jesus. With powerful music, dynamic talks, amazing breakout sessions, and anointed liturgies, this is an opportunity to worship the Lord and get serious about a life in Christ.
Registration for The Steubenville Catholic Youth Conference is open to students in grades 9-12 during the 2011-12 school year and continues until all spots are filled. Adult volunteers are also required to make this trip possible. If you can help, please give us a call!
Steubenville St Louis Mid-America Conference & Pilgrimage: July 9 - 16, 2012
The HUNGER for Catholic Missions
Mandatory Informational Meeting for all interested participants on January 25 at 6:30 PM in Kennedy Hall
The Teen Timeline - T3 - is the teen version of The Great Adventure Bible Timeline learning system that has been used by thousands of Catholic adults across the country. Using DVDs of pre-recorded sessions led by teen presenter Mark Hart along with interactive workbook materials, T3 makes the Bible come alive for teens. As the study reveals the “big picture” of salvation history, they become eager to learn more and come to see the Bible as a relevant part of their lives. The Teen Timeline gives young Catholics a solid foundation on which they can build a lifetime of scripture study.
Recurring Schedule:
- Wednesdays, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
- See registration form for specific dates
Cost:
- $20.00 per person for materials and snacks
How to join us:
Contact:
- Linda in the parish office at 763.753.2011 ext 7630
- Email Linda at lmabel-thomas@st-patricks.org
Theology of the Body for Teens is a faith formation program for teens and pre-teens based on the teachings of The Theology of the Body by Blessed Pope John Paul II. More than a conventional program on chastity, Theology for the Body for Teens speaks to the deepest meaning of why we were created, the purpose of love and sexuality, and ultimately, the larger meaning of life.
We were made for greatness. We were made to know God, to know truth, and to live in a way that brings us peace and joy. Theology for the Body for Teens uses a mix of stories, real-life examples, activities, prayers, and pertinent cultural references to address the questions teens have about their own bodies and issues on sexual morality and to help restore their hope by revealing a road map that leads to real love and authentic joy that can only be found by living in communion with God.
Peer Ministry provides opportunities for young people from the Church of St. Patrick to share their faith with other young people in our parish. Members of the Peer Ministry Team may serve as a small group leader for EDGE or EDGE retreats, be part of a skit team, give a witness talk with Lifeteen, or even join the team for our weekend Confirmation Retreat. This is an excellent opportunity to come together to share our faith in Jesus with one another.
Peer Ministry is open to all Confirmed young people in the parish. To become a member of our Peer Ministry Team,
perspective candidates are required to attend the Peer Ministry Weekend Retreat held at Camp Sallie in Linwood, MN during the month of August. This is an overnight camp experience with food, fellowship, and faith. Permission forms for this retreat are available in the spring and can be found at the Youth Booth in our Gathering Space. Registration is required for participation, and there is a fee for this retreat.
The Peer Ministry Weekend Retreat is mandatory and a non-negotiable requirement for all new participants who wish to join in Peer Ministry.
Schedule:
- Open to all Confirmed Youth. Permission forms available at the Youth Booth in the spring.
Cost:
- $30.00 per person for the three day retreat in the summer
How to join us -
Participation requires:
- Must have Virtus training
- Must have a background check
- May require a driving check
- Attend training as provided
Contact:
- Linda in the parish office at 763.753.2011 ext 7630
- Email Linda at lmabel-thomas@st-patricks.org
