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."
Summer 2018 is almost here!
With summer fast approaching, here is a quick look at some of the ways you can be involved in Youth Ministry in our AFC. I wouldn't suggest trying to do it all, but pick and choose what sticks out to you the most. With all events, scholarships and assistance are available. We will be doing a few fundraisers as well to help with costs. Money should not be a reason to miss out on deepening your relationship with Christ. Registration materials will be out soon! Contact Matthew with any questions at youthministry@holycrossafc.org. 
Summer Calendar
June
  • June 13th, 20th & 27th - Summer Blast Caritas - Click HERE to register! Spread throughout the summer, we go to Mass, get involved in service projects, learn a bit more about the faith, and have some fun along the way! For grades 6-8, and high school students can help as leaders.
  • June 18th - June 23rd - Women's Mission Trip - Women in grades 9-12 are invited to participate in a Mission Trip to St. Ann's Mission in Belcourt, ND to serve on the Turtle Mountain Indian Reservation. Cost is $70 per student. Permission slips are available from Matthew Edens at youthministry@holycrossafc.org. Spots are limited, so please sign up soon! Questions? Contact Sr. Agnes or Sr. Mary Joseph at 507-276-9128. 
  • June 25th - June 29th - Vacation Bible School - Although the program is for the younger kids, middle and high school youth are encouraged to come and volunteer!
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July
  • July 11th - Summer Blast Caritas continues...
  • July 15th - 20th - Totus Tuus - A Totus Tuus team is returning once again to our AFC! Come for this 5 day program(mornings for grades 1-6, evenings for 7-12) to learn more about our Faith, play games, sing songs, and celebrate Jesus! Download a Form Here!

  • Camp Beloved and Camp Greatness - Click  HERE to find information for these two amazing camps offered by the Diocese of New Ulm.  Both weeks are full of fun, prayer, new and old friends, and a chance to learn about who God created you to be! These summer camps have a special way of allowing you to "take off the mask," and to be real. I strongly encourage you to check out! The registration form is the same for both camps, and you can find that HERE. 
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August
  • August 3rd - Valley Fair Trip for Altar Servers - We return to Valley Fair to celebrate the service our Servers give to us throughout the year. Thanks for your assistance at Mass! Get your permission form HERE.
  • August 6th - 9th - Camp Summit - A Catholic adventure camp held at Eagle Bluff Nature Center in Lanesboro, MN.
    Campers: Grades 6-8. Prayer Team: Grade 9. Fiat Leadership Team: Grade 10-12. Go HERE for more info! Cost is $250.00 per student. 
  • August 15th - Final Day of Summer Blast Caritas
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    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:

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    -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: May 6th.