Youth MINISTRY
Youth Ministry
Our Youth Ministry has something for everyone. Our meetings and events are full of fun, food, friends and faith. Friendships are made while participating in meetings and events.
Try being a part of something bigger that is bigger than yourself. What are you looking for? What will make you happy? Ultimately, it is the same thing, Christ. We find happiness through service, fun, fellowship, events and much more. Come and experience this for yourself.
All are welcome. Bring a friend if you want. The friends you bring to events don’t have to be members of our parish, in fact, they don’t even have to be Catholic. Check us out!
The Steubenville Youth Conference 2024
When:
Friday, June 21 to Monday, June 24, 2024
Where:
Steubenville, OH - Main Campus
Join us for the Steubenville Youth Conference!
Cost: $445 per person
Learn More: https://steubenvilleconferences.com/events/mc1/
For more information contact: Our Youth Ministry
Lisa Kopertowski, youthministry@olguadalupe.org
Junior High Youth Ministry
All 7th, and 8th graders welcome!
(also some 9th Graders)
Sundays, 4:30 to 6:15 p.m.
Blessed Frassati Youth Room - 2nd Floor
Parish Life Center - Sunday, September 24, 2023
High School Youth Ministry
9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grades invited to join!
Sundays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Blessed Frassati Youth Room - 2nd Floor
Parish Life Center - Sunday, September 24, 2023
Young Adult Ministry / CREW
This group is open to all adults whether married or single.
LITTLE FLOWERS GIRLS CLUB
Girls in 1st through 4th Grade
Sundays (first & fourth)
9:00 to 10:30 a.m.
First Meeting: Sunday, September 24, 2023
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Study of Saints
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Reflection, application and instruction on how to apply specific virtues.
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Using the Bible
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Learning how to find and read Scripture
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Lectio Devina (very introductory level)
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Hail Mary in Latin and Spanish
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Fun faith-inspired crafts/games
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Service projects and food
Blue Knights
This program is focused on the virtues, characteristics and qualities of a true young man of God. There is a focus on the lives of particular male Saints and how they used their faith and love for God to overcome obstacles and to live a life of truth.
The inspiration for this program is St. Joseph himself. We take into consideration the different ages of the boys, so the instruction and hands-on activities will differ. We are blessed to have two amazing Catholic men from our parish facilitate this group.
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Growing in virtue and the study of the Saints.
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Cool crafts and hands-on activities.
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Onsite service projects.
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Making friendships that will grow with time and grow in a sense of a true Catholic boys’ community.
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Field trips, sports, games and fun
All boys: 1st through 5th Grade are welcome to join.
When:
Meetings are on 2 - Sundays of each month.
(second and third)
Time:
11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where:
Saint Joseph Room - Parish Life Center
Our first meeting is Sunday, October 8, 2023.
You may join at any time.
BLAZE & BELONG
Girls in 6th, 7th and 8th Grade
Sundays (second & third)
11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
First Meeting: Sunday, October 8, 2023
We will focus on the girl’s gifts and talents and how to recognize them. Perspective is core when we discuss the many issues of their lives and knowing they are good enough, smart enough, pretty enough, and perfect in the eyes of God their Father.
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Using the Bible
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Journaling
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Knowing how God speaks to us specifically in His Word
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Lectio Devina and journaling
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Small group discussions, games and lots of laughs
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Service projects and field trips
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Creating a community of Sisters in Christ
GIRLS WITH PURPOSE
Girls in 5th Grade
Sundays (second & third)
9:00 to 10:30 a.m.
First Meeting: Sunday, October 8, 2023
The group inspiration is St. Catherine of Sienna, who said:
“Be what God meant for you to be,
and you will set the world on fire.”
Girls will learn how to overcome some of the difficult obstacles in today’s world and their friend circles at this age using their faith and God’s Word to make it happen.
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Study of Saints, reflection, application
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Instruction on how to apply specific virtues.
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Using the Bible
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Lectio Devina
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Journaling
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Knowing how to turn to God’s Word in all circumstances
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Small group discussions
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Faith-inspired crafts/games
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Service projects and food
THEOLOGY OF THE BODY
Students in 8th through 12th Grade are welcome.
We will meet on Tuesday Evenings.
From: 6:00 to 7:30 p.m
This study is for all students in 8th through 12th grade and is one of the greatest teachings of the Catholic church inspired by the writings of Saint Pope John Paul, II.
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Understand the beauty of masculinity and femininity
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Come to live in authentic freedom, love and happiness
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Learn tools to navigate challenging topics including gender, pornography and same-sex marriage
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Learn what healthy relationships look like, and how to live a life to be all they were created to be
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Understand they have a purpose
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Small group discussions with no judgement
To become secure in who they are and not influenced by the messages of the world being thrown at them all day long. -
To be able to put their relationships in the right context with God’s plan and experience the freedom and happiness that comes with that
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Being able to help navigate the difficult decisions about themselves, their self-worth and image, and the need to fit in
Registration and Forms
Attending our special events is cool! Make sure you have the correct registration and permission forms.
Parent Questionnaire | 2018 -19
Consent for Electronic Communication with Minors
Blaze Registration | 2023-2024
Little Flowers Registration | 2023-2024
Junior High Edge Registration | 2023-2024
Young Women of Grace | 2023-2024 - coming
High School Crossroads Registration | 2023-2024
Steubenville Youth Conference Registration - coming
High School Volleyball Registration - coming
Director: Lisa Kopertowski
Please learn more about the special
clearances needed to be a volunteer.
Helpful Information
Adult Volunteers
We need you! Our adult volunteers help run our awesome youth ministry events.
Parents can help in several ways such as chaperones, drivers, attend events, and help with special programs like the Live Nativity at Christmas and special youth dinners.
See below for more information on the necessary volunteer clearances.