Religious Education
Youth Ministry
Here you will find essential resources for Confirmation, information on cross-parish events that bring our communities together, and details on activities and events designed to help our young people grow in faith and community.
Cross Parish Offerings
Confirmation
Currently, eighth grade students in our Family of Parishes are welcomed into full communion with the church through confirmation. A combined confirmation is celebrated bi-annually. Teens are required to begin preparation classes in the seventh grade. For more information contact Erica Rudemiller or Tanya Lee.
NET Ministries
NET Ministries (National Evangelization Teams) is a Catholic youth missionary organization with local outreach in Ohio. Programs like Lifeline (open to ninth through twelfth graders) and Catalyst (open to sixth through twelfth graders) provide unique content, opportunities to form meaningful relationships with peers and ministers, and gain insight and instruction for following Christ. To learn more about upcoming events in our area, visit NET Ministries.
Youth Service Day
Teens and adults from our Family of Parishes volunteer their time to assist elderly parishioners with tasks around their homes. Whether it’s mulching, washing your car, or helping with some spring yard work, our team is ready to lend a hand. This is an annual event that happens over the summer. Follow the church bulletin for more details.
St. Joseph
Praise Fest
Date:
Third Friday of the month
Time:
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Location:
St. Joseph
For all teens ages 13 through seniors in high school, Praise Fest is an evening of adoration, prayer, confession, and fellowship, held on the third Friday of every month throughout the year. We meet from 7 to 10 p.m. at St. Joseph Church. Every Praise Fest begins in the hall with fellowship and then moves over to the church for adoration.
St. Paul
High School Youth Group
Our high school youth group is a welcoming community where teens can grow in faith, friendship, and service. Each week, we gather to explore the teachings of the Church, strengthen our relationship with Christ, and share in fellowship with one another. All high school students are invited to join—come as you are and be part of something meaningful! We meet on Sunday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. View our calendar here.
Volunteer Opportunities
St. Paul’s Youth Ministry is grounded in service, offering teens opportunities to grow in faith through hands-on outreach. Each year, they participate in meaningful service projects during Lent and Advent, fostering a spirit of compassion and community. In addition, youth represent the parish at the Englewood Arts Festival. While the ministry is currently small, it provides impactful ways for teens to live out their faith through service and connection.