Message from Youth Ministry Staff
We are ready to kick-off a new school year! All our summer trips and camps were great and we cannot wait to build all that God did with the hearts of those who were able to attend. We also want to extend a special welcome to all of those who were unable to be with us this summer and to all of our new teens and families! We look forward to growing with all of you.
There is a lot to be excited about this year in Youth Ministry: Proof will have a slightly new look to it, Confirmation will be better than ever, Unite Ministries continues to grow and develop, we'll be sending a group to the National Catholic Youth Conference in Indianapolis, and we look forward to revealing much more in the coming months.
Beyond all the programming, activities, and events that we have to offer, our staff and volunteers are looking most forward to getting to know you, sharing our lives with you, and growing together. Take a look at everything below, but know that more than anything we love to have visitors in our office, go out for coffee with you, attend your extracurricular activities, and just hang out so feel free to reach out to us.
Our prayer this year is for generosity. Specifically that we would be generous in responding to Jesus Christ's call to each of us individually to become his disciples and one day become saints in Heaven.
Peace,
Pax Christi Youth Ministry Staff
We are ready to kick-off a new school year! All our summer trips and camps were great and we cannot wait to build all that God did with the hearts of those who were able to attend. We also want to extend a special welcome to all of those who were unable to be with us this summer and to all of our new teens and families! We look forward to growing with all of you.
There is a lot to be excited about this year in Youth Ministry: Proof will have a slightly new look to it, Confirmation will be better than ever, Unite Ministries continues to grow and develop, we'll be sending a group to the National Catholic Youth Conference in Indianapolis, and we look forward to revealing much more in the coming months.
Beyond all the programming, activities, and events that we have to offer, our staff and volunteers are looking most forward to getting to know you, sharing our lives with you, and growing together. Take a look at everything below, but know that more than anything we love to have visitors in our office, go out for coffee with you, attend your extracurricular activities, and just hang out so feel free to reach out to us.
Our prayer this year is for generosity. Specifically that we would be generous in responding to Jesus Christ's call to each of us individually to become his disciples and one day become saints in Heaven.
Peace,
Pax Christi Youth Ministry Staff
Dana Petricka
Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministrydana.petricka@paxchristichurch.org
507-282-8542 x107
Main Responsibilities Include:
Confirmation, Young Adult Ministry, Discipleship and, Young Family Ministry (for 2019-2020)
Zach Rawson
Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministryzach.rawson@paxchristichurch.org
507-282-8542 x126
Main Responsibilities Include:
Proof, Youth Ministry Events & Activities, Mission, and 1st Sacraments (for 2019-2020)
Proof for Youth in Grades 6-12
Discipleship Formation
Looking for a break from the business of life? Proof is that mid-week break from all the chaos. Come reconnect with friends and reconnect with God. 6:30-8 pm in the Youth Center on Wednesdays starting September 11th.
Discipleship Formation
Looking for a break from the business of life? Proof is that mid-week break from all the chaos. Come reconnect with friends and reconnect with God. 6:30-8 pm in the Youth Center on Wednesdays starting September 11th.
Confirmation for Youth in Grades 9-10 Small Groups
Youth typically in 9th-10th grades are invited to prepare to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. Small groups meet in the Youth Center on Sundays or Wednesdays. Contact Dana for more information.
Youth typically in 9th-10th grades are invited to prepare to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. Small groups meet in the Youth Center on Sundays or Wednesdays. Contact Dana for more information.
Discipleship
1-on-1 Mentoring
Take your relationship with Christ and the Church to the next level. Meet on a regular basis with a trusted adult to grow in prayer and holiness. Let our trained adults help challenge you to become the person the Father created you to be.
1-on-1 Mentoring
Take your relationship with Christ and the Church to the next level. Meet on a regular basis with a trusted adult to grow in prayer and holiness. Let our trained adults help challenge you to become the person the Father created you to be.
Volunteer Catechists & Leaders
Adults and Interested Youth
There is a place for you in Youth Ministry at Pax Christi. We are always looking for catechists, leaders, mentors, gym supervisors, cafe volunteers, event volunteers, retreat team members, trip volunteers, etc...
Adults and Interested Youth
There is a place for you in Youth Ministry at Pax Christi. We are always looking for catechists, leaders, mentors, gym supervisors, cafe volunteers, event volunteers, retreat team members, trip volunteers, etc...
Summer Bonfires - Pax Christi
Wednesdays 7-9 pm
The final bonfire of the summer is this coming Wednesday! Bonfires are for teens going into 6th grade all the way through Seniors who have just graduated. Come roast some marshmallows and play some games with us!
Wednesdays 7-9 pm
The final bonfire of the summer is this coming Wednesday! Bonfires are for teens going into 6th grade all the way through Seniors who have just graduated. Come roast some marshmallows and play some games with us!
Open Youth Center & Cafe
Wednesdays Before & After Proof
Each Wednesday before and after Proof we open up the Youth Center for some free time to just hang out with friends. We have a gym, youth room full of games, and from 8-8:30 we like to have the Cafe open, but we need some volunteer help.
Wednesdays Before & After Proof
Each Wednesday before and after Proof we open up the Youth Center for some free time to just hang out with friends. We have a gym, youth room full of games, and from 8-8:30 we like to have the Cafe open, but we need some volunteer help.
MEA Break Event - Air Insanity
Wednesday October 16, 6-8 pm
Come bounce with us! Cost is $25 which includes 2 hours in the park, jump socks (if needed), and dinner. Friends are always welcome. All youth and adults must be registered by September 26th (no late registrations will be accepted).
Wednesday October 16, 6-8 pm
Come bounce with us! Cost is $25 which includes 2 hours in the park, jump socks (if needed), and dinner. Friends are always welcome. All youth and adults must be registered by September 26th (no late registrations will be accepted).
Family Discipleship Series
Various Wednesdays in 2019-2020
Families of teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join us for this new series created just for you. We know that only disciples can create other disciples. Come connect with other families who are trying, just like you, to raise up disciples!
Various Wednesdays in 2019-2020
Families of teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join us for this new series created just for you. We know that only disciples can create other disciples. Come connect with other families who are trying, just like you, to raise up disciples!
Unite Masses
Various Saturdays 2019-2020
Unite Masses will be back this year. We are putting the final touches on all the details and will get the dates to you as soon as possible. Check the Unite Ministries website for the most up-to-date information. Preview the theme below!
Various Saturdays 2019-2020
Unite Masses will be back this year. We are putting the final touches on all the details and will get the dates to you as soon as possible. Check the Unite Ministries website for the most up-to-date information. Preview the theme below!
Question Everything
2019-2020 Unite Mass Theme
A serious misconception is that questioning our faith is shameful and equal to doubting or rejecting God. Asking questions is healthy and can serve as a springboard to grow in our knowledge of God’s love and trust in the Catholic Church. In this series, Question Everything, we encourage questions and thoughtfully explore four obstacles to fully embracing our Catholic faith.
2019-2020 Unite Mass Theme
A serious misconception is that questioning our faith is shameful and equal to doubting or rejecting God. Asking questions is healthy and can serve as a springboard to grow in our knowledge of God’s love and trust in the Catholic Church. In this series, Question Everything, we encourage questions and thoughtfully explore four obstacles to fully embracing our Catholic faith.
Parish Mission
September 22-24
Father Thompson and Father Hoang are inviting all Pax Christi parishioners to come be spiritually renewed by attending the parish mission presented by Fr. Cedric Pisegna who is a regular on EWTN and has authored over 22 books.
September 22-24
Father Thompson and Father Hoang are inviting all Pax Christi parishioners to come be spiritually renewed by attending the parish mission presented by Fr. Cedric Pisegna who is a regular on EWTN and has authored over 22 books.
National Catholic Youth Conference
November 20-24, 2019
Current 9th-12th graders are invited to experience the Church unlike ever before with 26,000 young people in Indianapolis this coming November. Click the button below for more information.
Register by September 25th.
November 20-24, 2019
Current 9th-12th graders are invited to experience the Church unlike ever before with 26,000 young people in Indianapolis this coming November. Click the button below for more information.
Register by September 25th.
Sept 8th, Time TBA - Discipleship Large Group (invite only, contact Dana for more info)
Sept 11th, 6:30-8:00 pm - Proof Opening Bonfire (Open Youth Center @ 6:00 & 8:00)
Sept 15th, After All Masses - Pancake Breakfast
Sept 15th, 6:30-8:00 pm - Confirmation One & Two
Sept 18th, 6:30-8:00 - Proof (Open Youth Center @ 6:00 & 8:00)
Sept 22nd-24th, 7:00 pm - Parish Mission
Sept 25th, 6:30-8:00 - Proof (Open Youth Center @ 6:00 & 8:00)
Sept 25th, Deadline to Register for NCYC
Sept 29th, 6:30-8:00 pm - Confirmation One & Two
Sept 11th, 6:30-8:00 pm - Proof Opening Bonfire (Open Youth Center @ 6:00 & 8:00)
Sept 15th, After All Masses - Pancake Breakfast
Sept 15th, 6:30-8:00 pm - Confirmation One & Two
Sept 18th, 6:30-8:00 - Proof (Open Youth Center @ 6:00 & 8:00)
Sept 22nd-24th, 7:00 pm - Parish Mission
Sept 25th, 6:30-8:00 - Proof (Open Youth Center @ 6:00 & 8:00)
Sept 25th, Deadline to Register for NCYC
Sept 29th, 6:30-8:00 pm - Confirmation One & Two
Oct 16th, 6:00-8:00 pm - MEA Break Event: Air Insanity
Pray for all of our youth returning to school. Ask God to bless them, open their minds and their intellects, and soften their hearts enough to allow Jesus into their lives throughout the new school year.
Pray for all that we do in youth ministry, that our staff might always seek to meet the needs of our young people whether they are involved in our programs or not, and that all our leaders/volunteers might do the same as often as they are able.
Pray for our parish, our priests, staff, parishioners, and all with which we have been blessed. Pray in particular for generosity and that our income might increase so we might be able to further improve our efforts in meeting the needs of our parishioners and reach out to those who are not yet parishioners.
Do you have a prayer request?... Send it our way! Note: if you use the comment section you can choose to make your comments public or private (all private comments are only shared among our Youth Ministry staff and our priests).
Pray for all that we do in youth ministry, that our staff might always seek to meet the needs of our young people whether they are involved in our programs or not, and that all our leaders/volunteers might do the same as often as they are able.
Pray for our parish, our priests, staff, parishioners, and all with which we have been blessed. Pray in particular for generosity and that our income might increase so we might be able to further improve our efforts in meeting the needs of our parishioners and reach out to those who are not yet parishioners.
Do you have a prayer request?... Send it our way! Note: if you use the comment section you can choose to make your comments public or private (all private comments are only shared among our Youth Ministry staff and our priests).
Welcome Matthew Nordquist
Seminarian for the Diocese of Winona-Rochester
We want to extend a special welcome to our seminarian Matthew Nordquist who will be serving our parish for the next year during his pastoral year. Matthew will be assisting with Proof and Confirmation and many other parish efforts throughout the year. Be sure to say hello! You'll be glad you did!
Seminarian for the Diocese of Winona-Rochester
We want to extend a special welcome to our seminarian Matthew Nordquist who will be serving our parish for the next year during his pastoral year. Matthew will be assisting with Proof and Confirmation and many other parish efforts throughout the year. Be sure to say hello! You'll be glad you did!