Build The Kingdom: High School Ministry

Hello Families!

My name is Deacon Colm and I'm the new Youth Minister here at Good Shepherd. I have been a High School teacher AND Youth minister for more than 3 decades. We recognize that confirmation prep should be about learning the faith, but also living it through involvement with other young people in your parish community. We call it "build the kingdom" because we are striving to build up a community where young Catholics can thrive.

Confirmation 1 is for students in 9th grade (or above). Students participate in a 6-week block of classes in the Spring plus a one-day retreat.

Confirmation 2 students have completed confirmation 1 and attend six classes in the fall as well as a weekend retreat.

In addition to classes, students are to earn 35 "building blocks" by attending a range of events with the parish. This can include summer trips, attending Mass, bible study, or service with the parish. An hourlong event equals 5 building blocks. The idea is to show students a range of ways to live out their faith outside of a classroom setting. If this program sounds like a good fit for your family, feel free to email me at youthministrywayland@gmail.com for more information.