General Information

 

COST 

There is no cost to attend Youth Ministry.
There are small fees associated with extra events. We try to keep all events affordable for the teens.
The parish covers the cost of chaperone fees for the number of adults required by our Diocesan Safe Environment Policy. 
In addition, the parish assists with the cost of spiritual events through parish subsidy & scholarships. 

 

WHO CAN ATTEND

We welcome all teens who are in grades 6-12.  Our ministry consists of parishioners, non-parishioners, Catholics, and non-Catholics. 
Friends are always welcome to attend events or youth nights as long as they are in 6th-12th grade and complete the consent forms.

 

ATTENDANCE

We do not have an attendance policy, EXCEPT for teens who are preparing for Sacraments. We understand that many teens have extracurricular activities, and we do not want to deter them from attending Youth Ministry. Teens are welcome as
their schedules permit. Teens preparing for Sacraments MUST attend youth ministry unless they attend Catholic School.

 

COMMUNICATION 

Regular communication regarding youth ministry is maintained through email and text message updates.
These emails and text messages are sent through the Flocknote communication service.
In order to stay current on Youth Ministry news, please read all  emails & text messages.

 

CANCELLATION 

 If Youth Ministry is cancelled, you will be notified by email.
If Youth Ministry is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be notified by text message.
All of these communications will be sent through FlockNote.

SPECIAL EVENT SIGN-UP 

The Youth Ministry currently uses Sign-up Genius for all special events NOT requiring extra permission forms. 
For events that require permission forms , sign-ups will be received through Smartwaiver or other online platform.
All payments for an event must be received for the event registration to be complete. 
Parents/guardians are responsible for any fees that the parish incurs due to a teen's cancellation in an event. 
In addition, refunds for special events are not issued if a teen cancels or chooses not to participate. 

 

 

CODE OF CONDUCT

We strive to create a safe and healthy environment built on respect for God, others, and Church property.
OLGYM is smoke, drug, and weapon free. YM gatherings are an opportunity for us to gather as a community, therefore we ask that teens refrain from using cell phones and other electronic devices at YM. Out of respect for others, teens are asked to refrain from demeaning and foul language. Teens are asked to respect the opinions of others and to listen when others are speaking.
Out of respect for the parish, we expect that teens will not damage Church property and that they will clean up their area after meeting. All rules are for the safety and well-being of the teens and are expected to be followed.