MSHS February News

2015 NET Ministries Team -- getting back on the road after leading an awesome Confirmation Retreat for our teens.

CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS

February 4 & 7:       NO CLASSES
February 10:            Ash Wednesday - Lent begins 
February 14 & 18:   NO CLASSES
February 20:            1st Reconciliation Retreat for
                                   1st Communion Students
February 21 & 25:   Confirmation Q&A for Parents 
                                   of 2nd Year Confirmation
                                   Candidates

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 FAITH FORMATION

1ST YEAR STUDENTS
Works of Mercy Service Project
The Works of Mercy Project assignment (click HERE) and Proposal Form (click HERE) were given to students in class in January and should be in their white student binder. A sample is also posted on the MSHS bulletin board.

• Completed projects are due in class on May 1(Sunday classes) or May 5 (Thursday classes).
• Questions? Contact your catechist or Rosie.

First Communion Students​

• First Reconciliation Retreat, 9am - 12pm at Good Shepherd
• This Retreat is required in order to receive First Communion in May 2016. 

2ND YEAR STUDENTS
Confirmation Requirements Due in April and May:
 
April 2: Middle School Confirmation Retreat
11am – 6pm at Good Shepherd. $20 due at check-in on the day of the retreat. Lunch and snacks included.

• This retreat will be led by NET Ministries, a group of dynamic young adults who travel around the country giving youth retreats (see photo above). We need parish families to host 2 (or more) of the NET retreat team members in their homes for one or two nights. If you are interested in this great opportunity, please contact Rosie. (Click HERE for more information about NET Ministries).

April 10 (Sunday classes) & April 14 (Thursday classes):

• Candidates will stop at the table in the Commons before class to submit:

1. Confirmation Name Form (completed by Candidate)
2. Confirmation Sponsor Interview (completed by Candidate)
3. Confirmation Sponsor Affidavit (completed by Sponsor)

 
May 1 (Sunday classes) & May 5 (Thursday classes):
Pentecost Project Posters due in class.

• These posters will be displayed at the Parish Pentecost Party hosted by 2nd Year Candidates on Sunday, May 15 after the morning and 2pm masses. Details for teen volunteers coming soon.

 
May 21: High School Confirmation Retreat
11am – 6pm at Good Shepherd. $20 due at check-in on the day of the retreat. Lunch and snacks included.

              See the Teen Faith Formation Page for all information and forms. Don’t wait until the last minute! 

Confirmation Q&A for Parents
February 21 and 25 during class sessions
Parents are invited to a Q&A Session where Rosie will answer questions about Confirmation  requirements and the calendar of events, as well as the sacrament of Confirmation itself. 

VOLUNTEER HIGHLIGHTS

Valentine Dinner and Dance -- Friday, February 5 and/or Saturday, February 6
Teen Volunteers are needed on Friday at 6pm and on Saturday at 10am to decorate the Hall. Proceeds from this event benefit UCM's Progreso Center for Literacy and Citizenship. 

• This is a great opportunity for all 1st Year Works of Mercy Projects and 2nd Year Pentecost Projects focusing on Offering Hospitality and Welcoming the Stranger.

Year of Mercy Kick-Off for Families -- Rescheduled to Saturday, February 27
Teen Volunteers are needed from 5 - 8pm (pizza dinner provided) to lead stations that teach children about the Works of Mercy. See the flyer HERE for details and sign up electronically HERE. Contact: Stacy or Christina, RE@gs-cc.org

• This is a great opportunity for all 1st Year Works of Mercy Projects and 2nd Year Pentecost Projects focusing on Caring for Children, Offering Hospitality, and various other areas of need corresponding to the Works of Mercy.

Guide to Teen Volunteer Opportunities -- 

• The Guide is available in English and Spanish. 
• There is also a hard copy available in the RE Hallway for viewing at the parish.