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We will pursue a model that breaks us out of the classroom setting of faith formation, a model which focuses on relational ministry, but also seeks to be deeply catechetical. This model will be based on the model of youth ministry outlined by the USCCB in the document Renewing the Vision, as well as National Directory for catechesis. Renewing the Vision details a comprehensive plan to make youth ministry an integrated part of parish life, and develop and spiritual understanding that will last a lifetime. “The most effective catechetical programs for adolescents are integrated into a comprehensive program of pastoral ministry for you that includes catechesis, community life, evangelization, justice and service, leadership development, pastoral care, and prayer and worship”[i]
Goals:
- To enliven 6th, 7th, 8th graders, and awaken them to their role within the church. To facilitate the understanding that middle schoolers are the church of now.
The Church looks to the youth, indeed the Church in a special way looks at herself in the youth, in all of you and in each of you.It has been so from the beginning, from apostolic times[1]- To lead these middle school teens into a deep and personal walk with Christ that will carry throughout their entire lives.
The relationships He forms with the people who approach Him manifest something entirely unique and unrepeatable.[2]- To set the stage for the Sacrament of confirmation as a step in the journey, and not a graduation from church
The church must make every effort through a revised and revitalized catechesis to ensure that adolescents do not view their preparation for and reception of the Sacrament of Confirmation as the end of their formal catechesis[3]- To instill a deep and abiding love of all the sacraments, with the Eucharist as source and summit, and an understanding of the power and grace of reconciliation, and a commitment to live our baptismal promise by faithfully fulfilling our vocation.
Sacraments are "powers that comes forth" from the Body of Christ,33 which is ever-living and life-giving. They are actions of the Holy Spirit at work in his Body, the Church. They are "the masterworks of God" in the new and everlasting covenant. [4]- To make St. John the beloved a safe and fun environment for teens, and thus to create a bond to, and sense of ownership of the parish.
[1] John Paul II apostolic letter to Youth(dilecti Amici) Vatican city, 1985[2] - Pope Francis -Misericordiae Vultus[3] USCCB National Directory for Catechesis(NDC) pg. 200[4] CCC 1116
[i] USCCB renewing the vision, 26.Special Events
In addition, we provide other opportunities for all Middle School students to gather outside Faith Formation classes for social, spiritual, and service events.
October
Sunday Oct 22 - Life is Life is Life is Life - An issue night on respecting the sanctity of human life
Sunday Oct 29 - Parish Picnic 1:00-3:00 PM (NO HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDDLE SCHOOL FAITH FORMATION)
November
Wednesday Nov. 1 - All Saints Day
Thursday Nov. 2 - Matt Maher and Chris Tomlin concert @ North Charleston Colliseum
Saturday Nov. 4 - Diocese of Charleston Jr. High Youth Rally @ White Oak conference center
Sunday Nov. 5 - "Safe Touch" night for middle and high school
December
Sunday Dec. 17th - Breakfast with Santa!
Please contact Bryan Burnett at bburnett@sjbsummerville.org for more information. Thank you!