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.

Virtual Bible Journaling Workshop
Wednesday, June 10
Open to all students in grades 5 - 8
Contact Barbara Dane for more information
 

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