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Youth Ministry Updates
Please pray for the youth of our Area Faith Community!
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"Heavenly Father, give the youth of the Holy Cross AFC the courage to strive for the highest goals, to flee every temptation to be mediocre. Enable them to aspire to greatness and to open their hearts with joy to Your call to Holiness. Free them from the fear of failure. Help them to live for you with confidence, and to strive for Sainthood. Amen."
 Upcoming Youth Events:

Middle School Youth Nights - For grades 6-8, held at St. Mary's Church from 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Mark the Calendar - February 10, 17, &24..
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How to Live - The Huddle - For grades 9-12, every Monday night in the Fireside Room at the Cathedral. Entrance is the back door of the rectory, then downstairs. 
Doors open at 7:00 PM, the Huddle goes from 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM.

Volunteers Needed - High School
We are looking for adults, youth, and young adults who would be willing to volunteer their time helping out with daycare for the Great Dates program that will be offered at St. Mary's. Great Dates will be held the first Saturday of every month from October to April from 7 - 10 pm. Your time spent volunteering will service as a fundraiser for HCAFC youth ministry programs and can also count as service hours. Contact Matthew Edens if you are interested in helping out!
Summer 2019!
Looking to the summer already?? Here are the dates of our big camps/events.
  • Totus Tuus - July 14-19 - Grades 1-12
  • Camp Beloved - July 20-24 - Grades 7-12
  • Camp Greatness - July 25-28 - Grades 6-8
  • Camp Greatness - July 30-Aug 2 - Grades 9-12
  • Camp Summit -  August 5-8 - Grades 6-12
Broom Tree Retreat - ​GENERAL INFORMATION
Download a registration form - Click here!
Who: Youth in grades 9-12.
What: A retreat designed for those who want to "go deeper" in their faith and their relationship with Christ. This year's theme is "Lord, teach us to pray..." (Lk 11:1). This retreat gives youth an opportunity for spiritual direction, prayer, games, and a general "retreat" from the craziness of life.
When: March 29-31, 2019.
Where: Broom Tree Youth & Family Camp | Irene, SD.
Why: Because you love Jesus and want to get to know him better!

How to Live (The Huddle) Every Monday Night! - 7:30pm - 9:00pm

    Online Youth Event Registration
    I, the parent (guardian) of the above named child, grant my permission for his/her participation in the youth activity named above and I warrant that my child is in good health. In consideration of my child's participation, I agree to indemnify the parish/school and the Diocese of New Ulm from any claims or lawsuits brought against the parish/school/Diocese of New Ulm by myself, my child, or others, that arises out of any behavior by my child at the event/activity described above. I also agree to pay reasonable attorney's fees or expenses incurred by the parish/school and the Diocese in defense of such a claim/suit.

    As a parent or guardian, I agree to all of the above stated considerations and conditions:
    Code of Conduct - Students
    I, the student, will:
    • Treat all other persons with respect and not cause any intentional harm (physically, emotionally, or spiritually) to any person in any way.
    • Respect the property of others, including all program facilities and property.
    • Follow all appropriate instructions of all personnel aiding in this event, including, but not limited to, chaperones, support staff, transportation personnel, and administration.
    • Be on time for all check-ins and departure time.
    • Not have in possession any tobacco, alcohol, or any controlled illegal substance.

    I agree that if any of these terms are violated, the Parish/School can send the student home at the student/guardian's expense:

    Want to be added to the Youth Ministry Update e-mail list?
    -For upcoming youth announcements and events

Young Adults: TRUTH ON TAP (TOT)
Free drinks and discussion at Green Mill! 7:45pm on one Sunday a month. Upcoming Schedule: October 7th, November 4th, December 2nd.