Hello, my beloved middle school youth crew and families of Saint Michael’s!
You are dearly missed, and it pains me not to see your beautiful, shining faces in this time of social distancing and safety measures, just as I know you wish to get out and about and see your loved ones and friends. These are strange and confusing times for all of us; a lot of people have been feeling a little stir-crazy as all of our schedules and routines have drastically changed so quickly with the cancellation of school and whatnot. So, when I was meditating on what I could do for my flock during this time—what I could give to you, since we cannot have our youth nights—I felt The Holy Spirit tell me to come up with what you need most in this season of restless uncertainty and cautionary measures of home confinement: things to do. I have brainstormed 101 mainstream but also very-off-the-wall ideas for our middle schoolers to productively fill their days in quarantine season. We can either grow numb and bored in front of TV and Netflix for however long this lasts, or we can explore creative new ideas and expand our perspectives. But what do we do? Try any of these! There’s 101 of ‘em, so take your pick! They are in no particular order of importance and are very random, but all wholesome. Some are meant to engage the mind, some to engage the spirit and fill the soul, and others to engage the physical to stay healthy and in shape throughout this season. I am praying for all of you in these confusing times, and you are on my heart through all of this. Here’s to staying safe, healthy, and productive!
All my love in Jesus’ Name,
Peyton Thomasson
Associate Youth Advocate
Saint Michael the Archangel Catholic Church