Welcome to St. Raymond’s Youth Ministry! Our mission is to empower young people in grades 9-12 to grow in their faith, develop leadership skills, and build a strong community rooted in Christ. Join us for a journey of faith, friendship, and fun!
How to Join
Interested in joining our Youth Ministry? We’d love to have you! Here’s how:
Patrick McGarry, Confirmation and Youth Ministry Coordinator 1. Interest Form (coming soon)
3. Come to our next meeting!
Click here for the schedule.
About Us
Our Youth Ministry is dedicated to nurturing our teens’ spiritual, social, and personal growth. We strive to create a safe and supportive environment where young people can explore their faith, ask questions, and make lifelong friendships.
Our values are centered around:
- Gospel-based servant-leadership
- Spiritual growth
- Community-building
- Eucharistic discernment
Programs and Activities:
- Sunday Evening Meetings: Twice a month, we meet in Coggins Hall to connect by exploring different aspects of our faith and providing opportunities to share knowledge about navigating teenage experiences.
- Monthly Teen-led Mass: Held in the evening on either the first or second Sunday of each month, teens act as lectors, cantors, and liturgical ministers to celebrate the Eucharist. Past, present, and future teenagers are welcome to attend.
- Service Projects: Participate in community service projects that make a difference.
- Retreats: Experience spiritual renewal and deeper connections with God and each other during our annual retreat.
- Leadership Opportunities: Develop your leadership skills through various roles and responsibilities within the various ministries of St. Raymond Parish. Leadership development is for one hour on Sunday evenings, outside of the regular meetings.
Contact Information
Contact Us:
Have questions or want to learn more? Reach out!
– Youth Minister: Patrick McGarry
– Email: youthministry@st-raymond.org or p.mcgarry@st-raymond.org
– Phone: 847-253-8600 x 121
