Welcome to our Teen Ministry Page
Overview of Teen Ministry
Teen ministry focuses on meeting the spiritual and social needs of teens in 8th-12th grade in order to help them become life long disciples of Jesus within the Catholic Church. Through partnering with parents and adult mentors, teen ministry accompanies the teens of OMC as they grow deeper in their faith. Monthly events are planned that focus on teaching the faith, encountering God, praying and worshiping, serving our world, and creating community.
Teen Ministry Leadership Team
The leadership team is open to high school students and meets monthly to plan and review the
monthly events for Teen Ministry. They commit to praying for the teens of OMC, growing as disciples, and planning events that are focused on service, spirituality, and socializing.
Teen Ministry Prayer Team
Teen Ministry can only be successful through the help of God. All parishioners are invited to join in praying for the specific needs of teen ministry. A list of prayer requests is sent to the Prayer Team throughout the year. The prayer team is encouraged to lift up the needs of Teen Ministry in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament. Join the prayer team here!
Teen Ministry Leadership Team
The leadership team is open to high school students and meets monthly to plan and review the
monthly events for Teen Ministry. They commit to praying for the teens of OMC, growing as disciples, and planning events that are focused on service, spirituality, and socializing.
Teen Ministry Prayer Team
Teen Ministry can only be successful through the help of God. All parishioners are invited to join in praying for the specific needs of teen ministry. A list of prayer requests is sent to the Prayer Team throughout the year. The prayer team is encouraged to lift up the needs of Teen Ministry in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament. Join the prayer team here!
Sunday Night Gatherings (Acts 2:42)
Teens are invited to join us on Sunday nights for dinner followed by small group discussion. We
alternate between bible studies and topical discussions that focus on Jesus, prayer, Catholic
teaching, service, Scripture, discipleship and other areas in which they are interested. Adult mentors are asked to commit to assisting twice a month for the duration of the school year. All volunteers must complete required Archdiocesan Safe Environment certifications. Families are asked to help provide the meal which consists of a rotating menu. Sign up to provide a meal here.
Teens are invited to join us on Sunday nights for dinner followed by small group discussion. We
alternate between bible studies and topical discussions that focus on Jesus, prayer, Catholic
teaching, service, Scripture, discipleship and other areas in which they are interested. Adult mentors are asked to commit to assisting twice a month for the duration of the school year. All volunteers must complete required Archdiocesan Safe Environment certifications. Families are asked to help provide the meal which consists of a rotating menu. Sign up to provide a meal here.
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First Fridays and Monthly Events
Teens are invited to attend our First Friday adorations and other monthly events. Events vary month to month but each one focuses on spiritual, social, or service activities. This year, the events include: First Friday Adoration followed by socials, volunteering at face to face, and providing meals for a homeless shelter. Adult volunteers are invited to share their time and talents by chaperoning and leading some events. All volunteers must complete required Archdiocesan Safe Environment certifications.
Summer Mentoring
Teens are invited to meet with the Pastoral Associate for Youth over the summer to ask questions about the faith, develop the habit of prayer, learn to discern God’s will, and to grow as a disciple of Christ. They can sign up to meet anywhere from once over the summer to once a week and can come with 1-2 friends.
Stay Connected and Get Involved
We ask parents to fill out this Google form. This form enables us to keep parents informed of events and opportunities to volunteer and lets us know that parents are aware of their child's involvement in youth ministry.
If you would like your teen to be able to receive the monthly update of events, please fill out the communication consent form and email it to [email protected] Teens and parents are also invited to follow the instagram page @omcparishteenministry
Parents and adults who would like to share their time, faith, and talent can also fill out the adult volunteer interest form.
Feel free to reach out to Paul Cillo if you have any ideas, questions, or concerns.