We had the April Younth Ministry meeting on Sunday April 11th, 2010. It was a week later than usual since the celebration of Easter was last weekend. At this months meeting we continued the Lent & Easter theme. To remind us of prayer and fasting we made hand rolled pretzels in the church kitchen. From …
Category Archive: Youth Ministry
Mar 13
Living Stations 2010
On March 12th, 2010 the St. Edward Parish Youth Ministry group presented the Living Stations of the Cross. Through the divine guidance of the Holy Spirit the Youth Ministry group enacted a moving and spiritual portrayal of the 14 Stations of the Cross to an audience of approximately 50 lenten pilgrims at St. Edward Parish. …
Mar 10
A “Symbolic” World
We (as humans) love symbols. We love to assign meaning to everything we see and use. Sometimes we do this in a good way and sometimes, maybe, not so good. Our symbols express our life, they tell others more about us with us actually having to say it all. What are some of the symbols …
Mar 10
I need another Year!
In yesterday’s Gospel reading (Luke 13:1-9) Jesus tells a parable about a landowner, gardner and a fig tree. Like all parables, there are many layers of meaning here and hopefully you can gain something by reflecting on His message. Here is my reflection, maybe you can relate: I have been emotionally & professionally struggling for …
Mar 10
Getting “Knotty” in Church
I don’t know about you, but sometimes I look around the church during mass (not often, but sometimes). Maybe you noticed the “knotted” ropes hanging around on banners. Did they stand out to you? You probably just thought “Huh, knotted fabric, that silly Sr. Theresa.” Ah, but the knots have a meaning. Lent is a …
Mar 10
YM March Meeting Review
Yesterday (Sun. Mar 7) was our monthly meeting. If you weren’t there we missed you. Here is some of what you missed: The Thank You from Beatitude House for the Souper Bowl Donation. The “Crown of Thorns” plant Pizza from Rotelli Sean “washing” everyone’s feet. Discussion about immigrants & exchange students Practice for the Living …
Feb 17
“Remember, thou art dust…”
Today is Ash Wednesday, but many people (including many Catholics) are not sure why it is that we march into church and stand in line to have someone else rub dirt on our foreheads. Why do you do it? I mean that question seriously. Why do you participate in this ancient rite of ashes on …
Feb 10
St. Valentine Day Scavenger Hunt
I thought that you might like to have some fun this St. Valentine Day, So I came up with this little scavenger hunt for you to play. Bring the completed game page to our March Meeting. I have prizes for the winners (one boy and one girl). Email me the pictures – the best ones …
Feb 10
Love from Your Valentine
Happy St. Valentine’s Day Why do you celebrate St. Valentine’s Day? Over the centuries there have been may custom’s developed around this holiday, but it still bears the name of a Saint, and that ties it to the church and your faith, do you know why? The Catholic Church recognizes up to three Saints whose …
Feb 09
YM Ice Skating
On Jan. 17th The youth ministry crew went skating at the Ice Zone. I don’t think any of us are ready for the Olympics just yet, but we all had a snow drift full of fun. You just have to watch out for the little kids with the “walkers”. Check out the pictures here: (Try …