Confirmed high school youth, grades 11‐12, journey with their peers to a deeper experience of God’s love and a stronger sense of being Catholic. In Peer Ministry youth share their faith and talents with others while developing leadership skills and taking an active role within their parish community.
We recognize He is always in our midst just as the two disciples on the road to the town of Emmaus (Luke 24:13) did after meeting a stranger, Jesus. We are called to spread the Good News!
We Work…We Play…We Pray
Responsibilities and Commitments
- In Peer Ministry, youth leadership team members plan and lead Youth Ministry events involving games, skits, small-group discussions, prayer, and in community service.
- Peer Ministry members (youth leadership team) must be willing to explore the opportunities of being involved during the Sunday 5:00 p.m. Mass.
- Team members are required to attend meetings for planning; Faith Sharing Sessions, Year 1 Retreat, liturgical events, service projects and most importantly members attend Sunday Mass.
Team meetings are held on Monday evenings and consist of:
- Enrichment to continue their faith development.
- Hospitality to gather and build relationships.
- Planning to organize each event to include the logistics and preparation.
Many roles need to be filled and many tasks to be accomplished. Together all members contribute and take part in an event from start to finish. Put your skills to good use in a safe and fun environment. Only you can share your gifts.
Preparation & Acceptance
Essential to being part of the Youth Leadership Team:
- Responsible attitude, accountability, consistent attendance, commitment to prayer, willingness to work and to serve others.
- Peer Ministry requires time management and awareness that personal actions and words can be a reflection of one’s self, the parish and being Catholic Christians. Be impeccable with your word and in your actions!
- New members submit an application, agree on a covenant, and attend an interview with the Director of Youth Ministry and panel of past leaders. Upon completion of the requirements, new members are accepted to be part of the team.
- First team meeting is on Friday June 22, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. in the Youth Center.
- Attend the Youth Leadership Retreat is Friday-Sunday, July 6-8, 2012 at Kamp Kuper in Escondido, CA. Attendance is strongly recommended!
- Peer Ministry applications are available here. Attached is the updated application.
Reasons for Dismissal From the Team
- Unable to work in a group/team setting with regards to; the youth leadership team, peers, or adult leaders.
- Non-participation.
