Meet Your Director of Youth Faith Formation...

Pope Saint John Paul II believed in the youth of the Church.    He often spoke to them and challenged them to step up and be leaders in their communities and the worldwide Church.   He also made sure that when he was given the opportunity that the youth knew they were loved and cherished by God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit.   To quote Pope Saint John Paul II,

“Remember that you are never alone, Christ is with you on your journey every day of your lives! He has called you and chosen you to live in the freedom of the children of God. Turn to him in prayer and in love. Ask him to grant you the courage and strength to live in this freedom always. Walk with him who is “the Way, the Truth and the Life”!” 

As an educator and now in my new position, I often refer to Pope Saint John Paul II to intercede on my behalf in matters that concern the youth of the Church both locally and universally.    I truly believe that through the power of the Holy Spirit and the intercession of Pope Saint John Paul II, I was blessed with this amazing opportunity.   My new role, Director of Youth Formation, combines two positions within our parish.   The first is that of overseeing the PREP program as their administrator and the second is as Youth Minister.    As the Parish Youth Minister, I am committed to every youth member of our parish.  This includes our Preschool members all the way to our recent high school graduates.   By use of my creativity, I plan to provide opportunities for our youth spiritually and socially.    Our youth have a voice in their faith journey.    With the guidance of their families, Confirmation sponsors and parish administration, my goal is to help them on their walk toward Christ.

I strongly encourage our parish youth to continue their mission of spreading the Gospel of Christ by joining one, two or even several of our youth ministries.   Please refer to this site or our parish bulletin for information and opportunities.    Finally, this is your ministry, if you have any suggestions of activities, clubs, and spiritual opportunities, please feel free to share your ideas with me.  Parents and guardians, I would love to hear from you as well.  My new email address is Lbull@mmredeemer.org.  My office phone number is 215-412-2251.

God Bless our parish youth, 

Mrs. Bull

Cathedral Pilgrimage...October 23

On October 23, 2021 the youth of the parish in grades 7 - 12 are welcome to join Father Tobin and Mrs. Bull on a pilgrimage to the Cathedral Basilica Saints Peter and Paul in Philadelphia.

Students will travel by bus.

Students will have the opportunity to experience   a tour, visit the St. Katharine Drexel Shrine, participate in a faith filled scavenger hunt and attend the daily Mass before heading back to MMR.

Buses depart MMR at 8:30AM and will return approximately 2:30PM.

This pilgrimage for our youth has been generously donated by a MMR parishioner. 

Please sign up early as space is limited.

Here  is the link for    Signups 

Works of Mercy Club Forming Now...

Mrs. Bull invites all the children of our parish to join her in living the works of mercy.     She is currently forming a Works of Mercy Club that will provide service to our community.  This club is for all parish students in Grades 6 – 12.  Students will be invited to engage in acts of service centered in the works of mercy that are grade level appropriate.   These works of mercy activities could involve making lunches for the hungry, assisting those in need at our parish anointing Mass, sheltering the homeless with participation in our 2022 Catholic Heart Work Camp or assisting in the classrooms of our parish PREP program.   We would like to form this youth centered Works of Mercy Club now as there is still plenty of opportunities to live by Jesus’ example this summer.   If your child is interested, please reach out to Mrs. Bull, Director of Youth Faith Formation at Lbull@mmredeemer.org. 

 

Calling ALL our Creative Children....

Odyssey of the Mind is an International Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, STREAM based competition for children in Grades K - 12.   Teams form in groups of 5 - 7 and are coached by volunteer parents and alumni.  The regional competition is usually held in March.  MMR parish has been actively involved in OOTM since 2010.   Our successful program has sent 9 teams to the world finals throughout its young history.  If you would like more information about this international program, please visit their website odysseyofthemind.com.  If you would like to inquire about teams at MMR parish or to volunteer, please reach out to Mrs. Bull, Director of Youth Faith Formation at Lbull@mmredeemer.org or call the Religious Education office at 215-412-2251.
 

Fall Decision Point Class Forming Now....

Is it time for you to explore deeper into  our faith?   Are you challenged to live by your Catholic values?  Do you have questions about our Church mysteries?  Are you wondering how the Holy Spirit is working in your life?If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you should consider joining Mrs. Bull and other youth of the parish in grades 7-12 as they explore Matthew Kelly’s Decision Point program that is designed specifically for youth.

The group will meet for six weeks on Tuesday evenings at 7:00PM beginning September 21.   Please pre-register for this class so we have ample copies of the book for everyone. The link to register is https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScpzxTNPBZnmGqTWrKFqeVCWRbxAJ_TVO5OAMtrHbi1XXZ0uw/viewform?usp=sf_link

For more information about this program, please reach out to Mrs. Bull, Director of Youth Faith Formation at Lbull@mmredeemer.org or call 215-412-2251.