October 2011: Archdiocese Youth Month

October is the month to introduce teens to the many opportunities to minister in the Church, including such activities as reading the Epistle, taking the collections, chanting, singing in the Choir, helping in the Church School, and giving sermons approved by the priest. While we want teens always to be active in the services of the Church, October has been set aside in particular to  recognize our teens and to give them more opportunities to serve.

One way our teens can get involved is by being encouraged to participate in the Creative Festivals, and the Bible Bowl and Oratorical Festival in 2012. This year’s theme, “The Bible...fills us with eternal joy” focuses in on how students can receive joy and comfort from the scriptures, and encourages young people to share how they hear the Scriptures in their lives.

Complete topics, rules, and a recommended reading list are available online here.

Visit our page about Special Olympics Awareness Day on October 16.

Visit our Youth and Family page.