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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
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Youth Ministry Board Forming
***Updated Information***
REMOTE MLK DAY 2022
We have had to adjust our MLK Day of Service event that was scheduled for Monday, January 17. In the best interest of our youth, we are changing our MLK Service event to a remote event. Those who wish to participate in the event are welcome to complete one, two, three, or even four acts of service that we have prearranged.
- Cradles to Crayons are looking for handmade cards for underprivileged children in the area “Welcoming the child back to the school year.” This is such a big undertaking that they need to start this program now. MMR has committed to 1000 cards. Please consider making a few handmade cards for this event. In addition, we will be hosting a school supply drive. So please feel free to drop off donations of school supplies at the same time. School Supply Donations and cards can be dropped off at boxes in the Church Narthex and School Lobby from January 15 - 23.
- Least of Our Brothers is a Catholic Organization the assists the homeless in Philadelphia. They especially assist many homeless veterans. They are looking for grab bags that can be distributed to those who come to their facility. Consider filling a one-gallon Ziploc bag with personal care items such as deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant, socks, hand warmers, gloves, soap, etc. These items may be dropped off at the Parish Center Lobby on Monday, January 17 from 1:00 - 4:00 PM. Mrs. Bull will be present to receive these donations.
- St John’s Hospice is in need of casseroles. Please consider grabbing a casserole container from the cabinets above the freezers in the hallway of the Parish Center. Your completed casserole can be returned to the freezer in the hallway.
- Aid for Friends delivers individual meals to those who are in need. If making a casserole is too much, continue grabbing individual containers and making a meal. These meals can be returned to the upright freezer in hallway of the parish center.
Martin Luther King Day of Service is an important event in the life of our parish. We hope to hold our in person event next year as this is a MMR tradition. Thank you for considering our “REMOTE” options this year.
For any questions, please contact Mrs. Bull at Lbull@mmredeemer.org
All Youth in Grades 6 - 10 are invited to join Mrs. Bull on Monday, January 17 from 2 -4 PM in the Matthew Walsh Room for a class that is geared toward setting our priorities and goals in the new year.
Referencing St. Paul’s letters to the Thessalonians, Mrs. Bull will help our youth to make New Year’s resolutions that center around the importance of faith and family. This class will not only be reflective but also interactive.
To register click here.
UPCOMING YOUTH MINISTRY DATES
- ---January 9 – Potential Bake Sale and Hoagie Sale for CHWC at the K of C breakfast. CEC Gym
- ---Sunday, January 16 – WOM meeting(6:30 -8:00) School Gym - Setup for MLK Day of Service
- ---Monday, January 17 – REMOTE MLK DAY 2022 - More information above.
- Monday, January 17 - 2:00 - 4:00 PM - New Years Resolution Class for grades 6 - 10 in the MAtthew Walsh Teen Room. Registration Required. See registration above.
- ---January 22/23 and January 29/30 – Hoagie sales after Masses for CHWC
- ---January 30 - Teen Holy Hour 7PM
- ---Sunday, February 5/6 CHWC Hoagie distribution after Masses
- ---Sunday, February 6 – Super Bowl Activity for teens - More Information to Come.
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Friendsgiving Celebration for our Youth Ministry - Huge Success!
Thank you to our parish teens who joined us for friendsgiving last Sunday. We had almost 52 teens in attendance! It was a wonderful time and the food was outstanding.
In addition to the social aspect of this event, our students took time to write 100 Thanksgiving greetings to accompany the Knights of Columbus Thanksgiving dinners that were distributed. Our youth also donated 35 meals to our parish Caring for Friends refrigerators.
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Pilgrimage to Cathedral Basilica Sts. Peter and Paul
Youth of our parish accompanied by Father Tobin, Mrs. Bull and Mr. Lagrutta visited the cathedral on Saturday, October 23rd. They received a private tour, visited the Shrine of Saint Katherine Drexel, participtaed in the Sacrament of Reconciliation and celebrated the Mass. This trip to the cathedral was donated by an MMR Parishoneer.
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Catholic Heart Work Camp...
We are returning to Catholic Heart Work Camp in July 2022. This year we will be heading to Boston. We are accepting signups for interested parties. Please visit our Catholic Heart Work Camp tab for more information. -
Works of Mercy Club forming now...
Michael, a member of the Works of Mercy Club, assists one of our parishoneers at the Mass and Anointing held in September.
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.
WORKS OF MERCY MEETING IS SCHEDULED
Sunday, November 7th from 6:30 - 7:30 PM in Redeemer Hall - A (Parish Center)
Please bring your ideas.
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Calling ALL our creative children...
Mary, Mother of the Redeemer's, Team Soisson. This team was one of two to attend World Finals in Ames, Iowa in 2012. This year marks 10 years of Odyssey of the Mind for Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Church.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.
