3/14 Youth Ministry Newsletter: Teen Living Stations, NCYC, VBC Retreat and More!

Join us for Teen Living Stations tonight!

PLEASE RESPOND TO THIS SURVEY OF WHAT EVENTS WE SHOULD HAVE THIS YEAR

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Spring/Summer 2025 Middle/High School Interest Form

Quick Links

Camp Crux Registration

Sisterhood of Marietta "Yes, Lord" Retreat

NCYC 2025 Interest Form

Children's Choir Sign Up

VBC Teen Retreat & Volunteer Registration

Looking ahead...

Continue reading for more details!

March 14│Teen Living Stations Performance @ 7:00pm in the Church
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March 15-16│Sisterhood of Marietta Retreat
March 16│TRUTH @ 6:30-8:30pm in the Youth Room
- Topic: Building Your Identity in Christ
March 18│Youth Bible Study @ 7:00-8:30pm in the Youth Room
March 19│FAITH Class @ 7:00-8:30pm
March 19│HOPE @ 7:00-8:30pm in the Youth Room
- Topic: St. Joseph & A Parent's Love
March 20│Confirmation Slow Motion Mass @ 7:00pm
March 21│Fish Fry @ 5:00-7:30pm in the Parish Hall
March 21│Stations of the Cross @ 7:00pm in the Church
March 24│Lilies @ 7:00-8:30pm in the Youth Room
- Topic: Choosing Friends
March 26│HOPE @ 7:00-8:30pm in the Youth Room
- Topic: End of Life & The Second Coming
March 28│Stations of the Cross @ 7:00pm in the Church
March 30│Grades 2-8 Choir sing at 10:00am Mass
March 30│Temple Knights Meeting @ 11:15am-12:30pm in the Parish Narthex
March 30-April 1

Grades 7-12 News

Registration opens on February 1, 2025 at 6:30am

Register here: https://dol-in.org/campcrux

Sisterhood of Marietta "Yes, Lord" Retreat

All those in or interested in Sisterhood of Marietta are invited to attend our "Yes, Lord" retreat. The "Yes, Lord!" Sisterhood of Marietta weekend is designed to help young women discover and embrace God's purpose for their lives. Through prayer, reflection, and personal discussions, participants will explore how to say "Yes" to the invitations God presents in their everyday lives, whether it’s in relationships, vocations, or personal growth.

The retreat will include uplifting talks, group discussions, and guided meditations to deepen participants' spiritual journeys. Alongside these enriching spiritual activities, the retreat will also offer a creative outlet with fun crafts and interactive games, allowing the young women to express their faith and build lasting memories.

The retreat will foster a strong sense of sisterhood as participants bond over shared experiences and learn to support one another in their faith journey. This retreat is not only a time to grow closer to God but also to form lasting friendships and a community of young women committed to responding with a joyful "Yes" to God's calls.

When? Saturday, March 15 at 3pm to Sunday, March 16 at 10amWhere? St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church and School

Interested in signing up? Register here!

Questions?
Contact Annaliese Budd at a.budd@smgonline.org or text 317-910-5822

NCYC 2025 Interest Form

Interested in going to NCYC 2025? SMG is bringing a group! Fill out this interest form.

What?

Experience the premier Catholic youth event in the nation! NCYC will take place November 20-22, 2025, in Indianapolis. This unique event offers Catholic teenagers a powerful encounter with Christ, through prayer, catechesis, and community. Don’t miss out on this transformative journey!

Who?

Teens in grades 9-12 in the 2025-26 Academic Year

When?

November 20-22, 2025 (Thursday-Saturday...miss 2 days of school)

Where? Indianapolis, IN at Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium

Hotel Options

$575 per person for a 4 person room (youth or adult)
$750 per person for a 2 person room (adult option only)
These rates are good with $100 deposit by April 25, 2025.

$600 per person for a 4 person room (youth or adult)
$775 per person for a 2 person room (adult option only)
These rates are good with $100 deposit after April 25 until August 22, 2025.

Need Financial Assistance?

We never want money to me an issue for our teens. Let Annaliese know if you need financial assistance for NCYC.

Questions?
Contact Annaliese Budd at a.budd@smgonline.org

St. Maria Goretti Children's Choir Sign-Up Form to Sing at the Sunday Masses!
Our Children's Choir welcomes all parish children from 2nd to 8th grade, no matter where they attend school. Our goal is to have this joyful group sing at a different Mass every month and has the special honor of leading music at our Christmas Eve and First Communion Masses. It’s a wonderful opportunity for kids in the parish to share their love of music, make new friends, and grow in their faith while having fun!

Please fill out the form if you would like your child(ren) to be a part of the SMG Children's Choir that will be singing this year! In addition to singing every month, we'll also sing at 1st Communion and Christmas Eve Masses.

Please contact Tony Avellana, St. Maria Goretti Music Director at t.avellana@smgonline.org or 317.867.3213 x 1209 if you have any questions!

Vacation Bible Camp (VBC) Registration Registration for VBC is live! All teens (grades 7-12) are invited to attend our teen overnight retreat on June 7-8. If they are interested in volunteering to help the younger grades, they can help volunteer.

REGISTER HERE

For any questions contact Annaliese Budd at a.budd@smgonline.org or text 317-910-5822.

Service Opportunities

Youth Ministry Meals and Snacks

We are in need of volunteers for meals and snacks at our youth groups. You are now able to earn FISH hours for assisting! If you are interested in supplying our teens with food, please sign up using this link:

https://signup.com/go/SRUWJsX

We also accept gift cards, if that is easier for you. A list of our gift card needs can be found here.

For any questions, contact Annaliese Budd at a.budd@smgonline.org. Thank you in advance for your generosity!

Elijah Cup Sign Ups

At each Lord's Day Mass, one family receives a chalice that has held the Consecrated Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ and brings it into their home for one week. This cup is a focal point encouraging family prayer for holy vocations throughout the Church, especially those in Religious Life. It is a powerful presence and inspires prayer from adults and children alike. Would your family be interested in receiving the cup at mass? Sign up here: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/6637671660120/false#/invitation

Fish Fry Volunteers

Lent is right around the corner! The Holy Name Society will host only two Friday FISH FRYS this year— March 7 and March 21, 5-7:30pm, in the Parish Hall. Both Dine-In and Drive-Up options will be available again. This is a perfect opportunity for fulfilling FISH (no pun intended) for school families and high school students can earn Confirmation and school Service Hours. To sign up, use this link: https://signup.com/go/gXBKPra

Parish News

smgonline.org/prayerfulhome

Bible Basics

Get a head start on Sunday Mass! Join us for exciting discussions on the weekly Scripture readings Sunday mornings from 8:30-9:30a in the school's Teacher's Lounge (located next to the School Office in the School Narthex). Bible Basics' meeting schedule follows the Parish Religious Education class calendar. All adults and teens are welcome. No registration or homework is required. Plan to attend weekly or as often as your schedule allows. For more, contact Bill Sultan, 317-413-6431.

RESCHEDULED: HEALING FROM SUBSTANCE ABUSE

All are invited to a special workshop at no cost in the parish narthex on Thurs., March 13, from 6:30-8:00p focused on coping with and healing from substance use, whether it pertains to you or someone you love. Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor Holly Homan of JRNY Counseling in Carmel, will deliver the workshop titled, “What’s Your Solution?” Each attendee will receive self-reflection information and a challenge for next steps in their own journey of healing.

Questions? Contact Steve Alic for more at 317-867-3213 x1203.

The Year of Jubilee - what's that?

Wondering what it means to be a "Pilgrimage Site"? Wonder what it means when you hear this is a Jubilee year? Please check out www.smgonline.org/prayerfulhome

Sent by Annaliese Budd on Friday, March 14 at 2:12PM