Since our youth group is relatively new and somewhat small, we aren't always able to hold big events just for us. Luckily, the Office for Youth & Young Adults (OYYA) of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia creates wonderful opportunities for you all to get involved and join in with other youth sharing our faith.
Consider signing up for one of the following:
YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD
The Office For Youth And Young Adults is looking for strong, committed, faith-filled teens to serve on this year's Youth Advisory Board (YAB). The Youth Advisory Board is open to youth entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year in high school. Applications can be found online (www.oyya.org).
Let me know if you are interested and I will be sure to contact OYYA for extra details.
About The Youth Advisory Board:
1. Assists OYYA in realizing our vision: Youth and young adults actively participate in the life of the church through the sacraments and have a burning desire to know, love and serve God and neighbor.
2. Presents the voice of the youth to OYYA through input on Vicariate and Diocesan initiatives.
3. Serves as a model which exemplifies the capacity of young people to collaborate with adults as parish leaders.
YOUTH FOR THE EUCHARIST & THE GATEWAY
Youth for the Eucharist provides an opportunity for participants to encounter Jesus in the Holy Eucharist through adoration, praise and thanksgiving. The evening consists of Eucharistic Adoration with live music, the opportunity for Confession, followed by social time and refreshments. Youth for the Eucharist is free and open to all ages
Upcoming Youth for the Eucharist Dates & Locations:
*August 9, 2009 @ St. Titus, East Norriton (7:30 PM - 9:00 PM)
*September 13, 2009 @ St. Titus, East Norriton (7:30 PM - 9:00 PM)
*October 18, 2009 @ St. Francis of Assisi, Springfield (6:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
*November 15, 2009 @ St. Joseph's, Downingtown (6:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
The Gateway @ Our Lady of Lourdes (Philadelphia) is a first Friday celebration from October-June that is centered around the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The evening begins with Mass, Confession, Adoration, and Sacred Heart Devotion and is followed by a coffee house featuring local talent, dance lessons, and more! The Gateway is free, but all who attend are asked to bring a drink or a snack for the social.
The Gateway Returns: Friday, October 2, 2009
7:30 PM - Mass, Confession, & Sacred Heart Devotion
8:30 PM - Coffee House featuring The Gateway's Got Soul Talent Show
Interested in performing at The Gateway's Got Soul Talent Show?
Contact Chris Jones: 215-965-4625 -or- cjones@adphila.org
OYYA OPPORTUNITIES COMING THIS FALL
Adoremus Te
Sunday, October 25
Malvern Retreat House
Plan on celebrating National World Youth Day Sunday by attending this awesome Catholic Youth festival which will include Eucharistic Adoration, prayer, inspirational talks, praise music, great food & more! Details coming soon!
Urban Youth Summit
Friday, November 13, 2009
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location / Topic: TBD
Open to 7th-12th Grade Youth
The Urban Youth Summit is an evening for 7th-12th grade youth that will discuss specific issues that youth are facing in their lives today. The summit includes local entertainment, guest speakers, insight from high school leaders, food, activities and more! Interested in being on the planning committee?
Contact Chris Jones (215) 965-4625 -or- cjones@adphila.org
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Splash Party Rescheduled
The annual Splash Party was re-scheduled due to rain. If you can volunteer here is the update information:
When: Thursday, July 23, 2009, 6:00PM - 9:00PM (Help needed around 7pm)
Where: Conestoga Swim Club on Rt. 320 in Villanova
What: Help run the games for the children. Games include sack races, egg toss, etc.
BONUS: You'll get free food and access to the pool!
When: Thursday, July 23, 2009, 6:00PM - 9:00PM (Help needed around 7pm)
Where: Conestoga Swim Club on Rt. 320 in Villanova
What: Help run the games for the children. Games include sack races, egg toss, etc.
BONUS: You'll get free food and access to the pool!
Monday, July 6, 2009
Help with Splash Party
Volunteers Needed
The Family Life Committee of the Parish is hosting their annual Splash Party and they need us to volunteer!
When: Thursday, July 16, 2009, 6:00PM - 9:00PM (Help needed around 7pm)
Where: Conestoga Swim Club on Rt. 320 in Villanova
What: Help run the games for the children. Games include sack races, egg toss, etc.
BONUS: You'll get free food and access to the pool!
Please email Anne Murphy (service@stv.comcastbiz.net) if you can help out.
The Family Life Committee of the Parish is hosting their annual Splash Party and they need us to volunteer!
When: Thursday, July 16, 2009, 6:00PM - 9:00PM (Help needed around 7pm)
Where: Conestoga Swim Club on Rt. 320 in Villanova
What: Help run the games for the children. Games include sack races, egg toss, etc.
BONUS: You'll get free food and access to the pool!
Please email Anne Murphy (service@stv.comcastbiz.net) if you can help out.
Thursday, July 2, 2009
First Newsletter Sent
You should have all just received the first Youth Group News email newsletter. As I continue to have news to announce you can expect to receive similar emails from me. Feel free to email back if you have questions or comments (or let me know if you'd prefer not to get my emails).
Here's a copy in case you didn't get it:
Here's a copy in case you didn't get it:
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| Youth Group News |
| Blog Being Update - pictures posted!
FYI -- I just posted pictures from some events from the 2008/2009 year.
New Youth Group Season - beginning in September While we don't have the specific start date for our Fall youth group season, mark you calendars for Tuesday evenings. We will continue our Tuesday night meeting schedule. The middle school and high school groups will alternate meeting weeks so we'll see each group every-other Tuesday. Keep an eye on the blog for details announcing our first meeting.
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| Archdiocese Events |
| City Of God - 12-hour overnight event Begins: Sunday, August 9th, 7:30 PM Ends: Monday, August 10th, 9:30 AM Where: St. Titus Church East Norriton, PA What: City of God begins with "Youth for the Eucharist" at 7:30 PM and will end the following morning with Mass at 8:45 AM. The evening will include a One Act Drama, Living Candlelight Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet, Eucharistic Adoration and much more! |
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Pictures from the 2008/2009 Year
Special Olympics Fall 2008:
Villanova Challenge Program - Spring 2009:
Villanova Challenge Program - Spring 2009:
Back to Blogging!
Hi Everyone,
It's been a busy year for me personally and so I let this blog slip through the cracks. Our youth group was as strong as ever but my updates disappeared and for that, I apologize.
For this upcoming youth group year I will be sure to give this blog more attention to provide you all with updates about our group.
FYI - if there is every a meeting cancellation, you can find out about it here.
Hope you're all having a great summer. I'll see you in the Fall!
-Karen
It's been a busy year for me personally and so I let this blog slip through the cracks. Our youth group was as strong as ever but my updates disappeared and for that, I apologize.
For this upcoming youth group year I will be sure to give this blog more attention to provide you all with updates about our group.
FYI - if there is every a meeting cancellation, you can find out about it here.
Hope you're all having a great summer. I'll see you in the Fall!
-Karen
Thursday, December 4, 2008
St. Thomas Providing Service
The youth group has been doing a great job helping the community lately. In November we made casseroles for St. John's Hospice. The casseroles that the youth made were served to homeless and hungry people in Philadelphia. The work the group did was surely appreciated especially at this time of year.
Following the casserole cooking event, the High School youth group members met up at Presbyterian Village to play bingo with the residents there. As usual, having our group there with them brightened their spirits. We'll plan to make another trip back in the spring.
Lastly, we have another opportunity to serve our own parishioners coming up for Christmas. On Saturday, December 13th the youth group will be delivering poinsettia plants to our church members who are either home-bound or who have lost a loved one this year. Bringing this gifts to our parishioners is always a special treat not only for those who receive the plants but for all of the youth group members who take part in this event.
If you can make it, please respond to the evite!
Just for Fun...
The youth group has had a great start during the fall and will continue in the Spring. Before we take a break for Christmas, we will celebrate together on Tuesday 12/16. Stay tuned for details about the party!
Following the casserole cooking event, the High School youth group members met up at Presbyterian Village to play bingo with the residents there. As usual, having our group there with them brightened their spirits. We'll plan to make another trip back in the spring.
Lastly, we have another opportunity to serve our own parishioners coming up for Christmas. On Saturday, December 13th the youth group will be delivering poinsettia plants to our church members who are either home-bound or who have lost a loved one this year. Bringing this gifts to our parishioners is always a special treat not only for those who receive the plants but for all of the youth group members who take part in this event.
If you can make it, please respond to the evite!
Just for Fun...
The youth group has had a great start during the fall and will continue in the Spring. Before we take a break for Christmas, we will celebrate together on Tuesday 12/16. Stay tuned for details about the party!
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