Middle School Youth Group 

OLLYouth Ministry kicked off on Sept. 20th but there is still plenty of time to sign up for a small group! What is a small group you ask? They are single-gender groups where middle schoolers can gather for games, community, and discussion. The first 7 meetings focus on friendship and a relationship with Jesus Christ. The last two are choice nights where the youth can choose whatever they wish to talk about. There will also be large-group parties throughout the year and many other goodies! Sign-up is easy, just fill out the survey below and Jean Brannum will call soon to confirm a time!

All meetings will require temperature checks before anyone can enter the building. Social distancing will also be in place wherever possible. Masks are required

Read More about Small Groups below!

You may be wondering how this year will be with the pandemic and all, so I hope this clears things up. This year in Youth ministry will be a bit different, but it will still be fun with a focus on Jesus. 

Everyone will be put into small groups of ten kids or less based on age, gender, and general interests. These groups will meet weekly for games and discussions led by two Cathecists. In addition there will be one large gathering every night for social activities. We will try to have siblings meet on the same night to minimize driving time. For families that cannot meet in person for safety concerns will have the option to meet online if there is enough interest. On certain monday nights, there will be virtual large-group sessions called "dive-in" sessions. "Dive-ins" are for more open talks on finding faith and sharing testimonials. 

Since there are many changes happening right now with our young Catholics, this year will have more of a focus on community and fun rather than learning. Of course that doesn't mean that we won't talk about our faith, but we will keep the groups loose to allow the kids to decide what they want out of youth ministry. All discussions are open and there is definitely not a knowledge requirement to feel welcome in small groups. 

Every child in a small group will also recieve a journal to use during the semester which will include a master calender. We will also have a mail area for kids to send messages to friends in other small groups and receive goodies from their catechists. 

Think you may be ready to hop into Youth Ministry?

Fill out the google form above!

We hope to see y'all there!
In Christ, Jean Brannum

Your friendly neighborhood youth minister