As our Easter season starts to come to an end, our liturgy reminds us that Jesus remains with us through the Holy Spirit, who teaches us everything we need to know, reminds us of all that Jesus taught, and brings us peace. As in other aspects of our lives, it is sometimes helpful to have a guide. If we are visiting or touring a new place of interest, it is helpful to have a guide who can help us to get the most out of our tour. Jesus gives us his Holy Spirit to be our advocate—our guide —so that we do not get lost on our journey to heaven. This summer we have many opportunities through the Diocese to help guide our children on their journey towards Heaven.
Totus Tuus June 19-24: Totus Tuus is our Catholic youth program dedicated to sharing the Gospel and promoting the Catholic faith through catechesis, evangelization, Christian witness, and Eucharistic worship. The goal of Totus Tuus is to help young people develop their relationship with Jesus Christ through Mary. Day program is for students entering grades 1-6 in the fall and an evening program for students entering grades 7-12 in the fall. Camp will take place at the Stella Maris Academy St. John’s Campus. Online registration will open Wednesday, May 25 and the link will be available in the newsletter and the website.
Teen Discipleship Nights WED| June 22, 29 & July 6| Newman House, Duluth: We provide three nights throughout the month of July for high school students across the diocese to join us for an evening that has the following components: Mass, BBQ, Talk, Speedball, Dairy Queen.
Camp Survive MON –FRI | 7/25- 7/29 & 8/1-8/5 | Big Sandy Camp, McGregor Camp Grades: Completed 6-8: Camp Survive is a week-long junior high camp sponsored by the Diocese of Duluth. The primary focus of Camp Survive is to provide an atmosphere where students are immersed in the richness and beauty of their Catholic faith. Just like all of the diocesan youth programs the sacraments are at the center of this camp. Students have the opportunity to attend daily Mass, go to confession, spend time worshipping our Lord in Adoration, and connect with other youth through small groups and the many traditional activities of camp.
-Sonya Morris, Director of Faith Formation K-5