Children in the middle grades have unique needs in terms of their spiritual development. Our collaborative provides our students in grades 5 - 8 with opportunities to learn about their faith, come together as a community, and work together on projects of Christian service.

In addition to the gatherings for Generations of Faith (GIFT) children are invited to participate in a wide variety of additional spiritual, social, charitable activities, such as:

• GIFT
• Meeting Jesus in the Sacraments
• Lunch & Laser Tag
• Advent Service & Swap
• Created for Love Program
• Middle School Movie Night
• Collaborative Lenten Food Drive
• Distribution to St. Martha’s Food Pantry, Acton Food Pantry,
• Stow Food Pantry

Contact Barbara for information on GIFT
or any questions regarding Grades 5-8.

Upcoming Catholic Heart Mission Trips - Grades 7-12!

AVCC Youth Ministry is very excited to be able to offer 2 Catholic Heart Work Camp Mission Trips next summer!  Catholic Heart is an amazing experience for young people currently in grades 7 – 12 to serve those in need, deepen their faith, and make incredible friends. To find out more about Catholic Heart, please visit their webiste.      https://heartworkcamp.com/

There are still spaces available in both trips!
  
Catholic Heart Hartford, CT
Open to youth currently in grades 8 – 12
Sunday, July 5 – Friday, July 10
Cost $475
 
Catholic Heart Boston, MA 
Open to youth currently in grades 7 – 12
Sunday, July 12 – Friday, July 17
Cost $475

Do you want to join us for a great mission trip this summer???  Fill out this reservation form with a $100 deposit. You mail mail it or bring it ot he St. Elizabeth office.  Spaces will be filled on a first come, first served basis.    /documents/2019/12/Reservation%20Form-1.pdf

Keep Connected 2020
 

Have you ever wondered…
“As my kid is growing up, why does it feel like we are growing apart?

You are not alone!!!

 
Keep Connected is a 6 session workshop which gives kids in Grades 6 – 8 and their parents tools, practice, and support in developing communication skills, problem-solving, and conflict resolution.  AVCC has been selected to pilot a faith-based version of the program this year.  We ran our first group in the fall.  And we are looking for 8 – 10 kids and at least one of their parents to join us for our second session this winter.
 
Want to be part of it?
 
There will be no cost to families who participate.  However, we do need a firm commitment to attend all 6 sessions. Keep connected is designed for students in grades 6 – 8.  However, under certain circumstances, applicants in grades 5 or 9 may be considered.
 
Keep Connected will meet after the Sunday 5:00 PM Mass on the following dates.  Supper will be provided.
 
Sunday, Feb. 23
Sunday, March 1
Sunday, March 8
Sunday, March 15
Sunday, March 22
Sunday, March 29
 
Please consider taking advantage of this wonderful opportunity to grow your relationship with your child, connect your life in a very meaningful way, and connect with other kids and parents in our community.
 
Spaces are available on a first come, first served basis. Please register with the name and grade of your child and which parent(s) will attend. 

You may register at barbara@applevalleycatholic.org.
 

 

Our youth ministry program serves the high school community to help teens grow both in the knowledge of the faith and in their relationship with God. Jesus sent his apostles out to “go and make disciples.” The Youth Ministry program responds to this call with educational programs, social, service, prayer and retreats. Open to all high school teens!

Our educational offerings include a combination of our GIFT, Teen Alpha and our Confirmation Preparation programs. It provides a foundation in faith for all that the youth do. 

Service also plays an integral role in equipping our youth to live the Gospel message in their daily lives. We offer serving breakfast at Cor Unum, lunch at Lazarus House, multiple mission trips opportunities every summer.

To find updated information on what is currently offered, check out:
Facebook Groups: AppleValley Catholic Youth Ministry
Instagram:  AVCCYM

Our Confirmation preparation program is a comprehensive formation experience, which will provide a number of opportunities for each candidate to explore and grow in faith as a Catholic Christian. Confirmation typically occurs during the sophomore year of High School. Candidates are placed in small groups for service and spiritual development experiences.

Spiritual and theological formation is provided through participation in:
- Youth Alpha 
- Growing in Faith Together (GIFT) sessions for 9th and 10th grade
- Large group gatherings
- A retreat: Typically during 10th grade
- Participation in service and liturgy 

For more information or to ask questions please contact:

Interim Coordinator of High School Faith Formation:
Sheila
Interim Coordinator of Youth Ministry:
Kayla


Annual Youth Ministry Auction!
“Welcome to the New Roaring 20’s!”
March 28,6:30 p.m.
St. Elizabeth Parish Center Hall
 
Adult and teen help needed.
Donations welcome!
Donation Form

How to get involved/Donate:
Please contact Kayla Dee at: kaylad@applevalleycatholic.org
 
Committee Meeting Dates: February 27 and March 19 at 7 p.m.

Tickets will be sold after Masses on March 7/8, 14/15, 21/22
Hope to see you there!