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Overview
St. Joseph the Worker's Senior High Faith Formation Ministry invites all Ninth through Twelfth Grade teens to deepen their faith lives, to pray, and to experience the love of God, while putting into practice the teachings of Jesus.
We offer a modified Life Teen format to guide young
people on their faith journey, where teens are mentored in small faith-sharing communities.
Our ministry consists of small groups of teens from the same grade level that remain together through Confirmation and beyond. By learning, serving, playing, and praying together, the youth are encouraged to support one another in a Christian environment.
Our Senior High Faith Formation Program offers a variety of opportunities that encourage teens to live the Gospel. In addition to faith formation, all teens are encouraged to take advantage of the many opportunities to participate in spiritual, social, and leadership experiences like the Mayhem Lock-In and Summer Stretch programs (as student leaders); Powerful mission trip experiences such as ChristPower and Catholic Heart Work Camp; national leadership experiences (Life Teen Leadership Conference, National Catholic Youth Conference); Fun and Faith events, and more!
To learn more, contact Barry Shay
Grade 7-12 Faith Formation Coordinator/Youth Minister, 763-425-9801ext. 235
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Faith Formation Program Grades 9-12
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
2011-2012 Life Night Schedules
Faith Formation Program Grades 9-12
Faith Formation for grades 9-12 is offered on Sunday evenings here at St. Joseph the Worker. As part of the Life Teen program we encourage teens to participate in the 5:30 p.m Liturgy. Our Life Night (Life Teen) programs begin shortly after Mass, at 6:45pm. Life Nights incorporate interactive activities, media and discussions that are presented in large and small group sessions. This format encourages honest faith sharing and requires active participation and faithful attendance to be effective. The evening concludes at 8:30 p.m.
Because of space limitations our Life Nights are presented on a split schedule according to grade.
(see the Life Night schedules below for details).
9th Grade
Teens transition into our Life Teen format once they begin 9th grade. We
use this format for Faith Formation programs (grades 9-12) and in some of our Confirmation preparation.
It is an interactive format which encourages honest faith sharing and requires active participation and faithful attendance to be effective.
The small groups formed in 9th grade will stay together through 11th grade. To this end it is HIGHLY recommended that each 9th grader participate in the 9th Grade Retreat (Dates
TBD). Please contact the Faith Formation Office for a registration packet.
In addition to the regular Life Night Sessions, 9th grade teens must also attend at least one night of the Parish Evening Retreat (Dates
TBD)
9th Grade Class Project: The Living Stations of the Cross
The 9th grade class participates in a long-standing tradition here at St. Joseph the Worker by presenting the “Living Stations of the Cross”.
Each 9th Grade Small Group portrays 2 of the traditional scenes from the passion and crucifixion of our Lord
In this moving presentation. The entire class comies together for the
final station and the moving finish. This project, under the direction of Mrs.Cyndi
Scheffler, has become a cherished part of our Lenten celebration here at St. Joe’s.
Our teens become more aware of Jesus' suffering and sacrifice through their participation.
They are part of a very powerful faith experience,
which they share with the parish.
The Living Stations of the Cross Schedule 2011
(2012 TBD)
• Final Dress Rehearsal: Sunday,
• Performance: Wednesday,
• Performance: Friday,
Living Stations Note: There is an additional “Blocking Rehearsal” that will be required for the Living Stations of the Cross. The Director will individually schedule this rehearsal with each small group. We will notify parents as soon as that date is set.
10th Grade
In addition to the regular Life Night Sessions, 10th grade teens must also
attend at least one night of the Parish Evening Retreat (date to be announced)
Many of our 10th Grade teens will also begin their first year of Confirmation Prep. Although many of the facets and even the format are similar, it is important that teens and parents understand the distinction between our Faith Formation and Confirmation Prep
(Follow this link for a description and schedule of our Confirmation Prep program).
11th Grade
11th grade is a busy, busy year; a year filled with big decisions. We encourage all teens and especially 11th graders to share openly with their small groups and develop a support system to help them view their big decisions in the light of faith.
In addition to the regular Life Night Sessions, 11th grade teens must also
attend at least one night of the Parish Mission
Since most 11th grade teens will be working on their second year of Confirmation prep please check the Confirmation Prep page for a complete Confirmation II schedule and deadlines).
2011-2012 Life Night Schedules
- to be announced
(Life Nights are 6:45-8:30 pm unless noted otherwise)
See the Confirmation Prep page for a complete Confirmation I & II schedules and deadlines.
Life Night Schedule: Grades 9 & 10
(Fall 2011 dates TBD)
September Life Night: Kick-off/Safety Session 7:00 (All Grades)
*Mandatory Parent Meeting for the first 45 minutes.
October : Life Night Session #1 (9th & 10th Grade)
October : Life Night Session #2 (9th & 10th Grade)
November : Life Night Session #3 (9th & 10th Grade)
Nov. : Parish Evening Retreat (Must attend at least 1 night)
December : Life Night Session #4 (9th & 10th Grade)
December : Life Night Session #5 (9th & 10th Grade)
2012
January: Life Night Session #6 (9th & 10th Grade)
February : Life Night Session #7 (9th & 10th Grade)
March : Parish Mission (Must attend at least 1 night)
March : Life Night Session #8 (9th & 10th Grade)
April : Life Night Session #9 (9th & 10th Grade)
April :Easter
Life Night Schedule: Grades 11 & 12
(Fall 2011 dates TBD)
September Life Night: Kick-off/Safety Session 7:00 (All Grades)
*Mandatory Parent Meeting for the first 45 minutes.
October : Life Night Session #1 (11th & 12th Grade)
October : Life Night Session #2 (11th & 12th Grade)
November : Life Night Session #3 (11th & 12th Grade)
November : Life Night Session #4 (11th & 12th Grade)
December : Life Night Session #5 (11th & 12th Grade)
2012
January : Life Night Session #6 (11th & 12th Grade)
February : Life Night Session #7 (11th & 12th Grade)
February : Life Night Session #8 (11th & 12th Grade)
March : Parish Mission (Must attend at least 1 night)
March : Life Night Session #9 (11th & 12th Grade)
April : Easter
Links:
• Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis- Official Archdiocesan Web Page
[http://www.archspm.org/]
• Life Teen.com – Downloads, podcasts, Blogs, Movie reviews, all things Life Teen.
[http://www.lifeteen.com/]
• United States Conference of Catholic Bishops – Weekly readings, Articles, etc.
[http://www.usccb.org/]
• Catechism of the Roman Catholic Church - Official Catholic Catechism Page
[http://www.usccb.org/catechism/text/]
• Catholic Answers Homepage - Answers to everyday questions about our Faith.
[http://www.catholic.com/]
• Early Christians Web Page - Who Were They & How Did They Live
[http://www.earlychristians.org/]
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