STAY Newsletter for February 10, 2017
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February 15, 2017
STAY Youth Ministry and Confirmation 2016-2017 Year View this email in your browser 
Dear STAY Families,
Please take a look at some of the latest in youth ministry news. In this edition you will find LOADS of new information, including:- Reminder for all families to sign up for the Parish Photo Directory.
- Google Doc Sign Up sheet for Snacks and Meals for Edge, Life Teen, and Confirmation Sessions - Sign up HERE!
- Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities for youth, including the Knights of Columbus Crab Dinner, St. Patricks Day Dinner and Seder Meal.
- Registration info for the upcoming Confirmation Retreat
- Registration Info for our Summer events: DYR (Registration is Live!), Life Teen Summer Camp (Space is limited), & More!
In His Name,
Chris Mardesich
Youth MinisterSpecial Parish Photo Directory Reminder:
Make Your Parish Photo Session reservation today!Photos sessions begin again Tomorrow!
We have many openings on our Monday and Tuesday sessions next week. If we don’t fill them all, we’ll work to do some consolidating.
Do sign up! Or email me back and I’ll work to sign you up.
The following times have been set aside for photography sessions for our upcoming parish Photo Album!
Our Lady of the Rosary Hall
Sat., February 11 9 am - 4pm
Sun., February 12 10am - 5pm
Mon., February 13 1 pm – 8 pm (many open slots)
Tues., February 14 1 pm – 8 pm (many open slots)
St. Albert the Great Hospitality Center
Thu., February 16 1 pm – 8 pm
Fri., February 17 1 pm – 8 pm
Sat., February 18 9 am – 4 pm
Sun., February 19 1 pm – 5 pm
Please identify a time that is convenient for you/your family and make an appointment. Parishioners attending St. Thomas Aquinas Church should make a reservation wherever it is convenient. No photos are being taken at St. Thomas Aquinas Church.
How To Make An Appointment
a. Online at Your Convenience
Visit https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/stalbertthegreatchurch/index.php?page=10
(there is a link on our parish website https://paloaltocatholic.net/)
Select the size of your group and then select a day and time. Available days and times are shown in white.
b. Contact The Pastoral Center Staff: At 650-494-2496 and they can do the registration for you.
We are very much looking forward to producing this parish photo album for the 30th Anniversary of our parish. Please be a part of it!
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES!
Hey Teens! We have 3 upcoming Service Opportunities within the parish, including the upcoming Crab Feed Dinner on February 25. The community needs your help! Sign up to serve and find out more by clicking on this link.
NEW EDGE, LIFE TEEN & CONFIRMATION SNACK SCHEDULE IS UP.
Dear Parents, please consider volunteering to provide food and snacks for one of our upcoming Confirmation, Edge, or Life Teen Sessions. Click Here to go directly to our sign-up spreadsheet! Your support is greatly appreciated!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR CONFIRMATION, EDGE AND LIFE TEEN FOR THE 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR WINTER/SPRING CALENDARS AND UPCOMING EVENTS:EDGE, Confirmation, & Life Teen Calendars
CONFIRMATION RETREAT WEKEND: March 3-5
Confirmation Teens, Don't Forget!
March 3- March 5
Arrive at Our Lady of the Rosary Parking Lot 5:15pm and returning Sunday afternoon at 3:00pm
$145.00 Per Participant
Payment can be submitted to the Pastoral Center Office. No youth will ever be denied from a retreat due to financial struggle. If assistance is needed, please don’t hesitate to ask. Scholarships are available
Download Permission Slip Here
Download Retreat Itinerary and packing list Here
If your teen has a serious conflict for this weekend, speak with Chris to discuss alternative options or local retreats.
(Are you a teen who has received Confirmation and you would like to serve on the leadership team this year? Speak to Chris! Serving on a weekend = 30+ Hours!)SAVE THE DATE FOR THE NEXT EXALT FAMILY NIGHT:
Save the Date! The Youth and Young Adult Ministries of St. Thomas Aquinas, St. Nicholas and St. William Parishes invite you to an evening of worship and inspiring message that will deepen your Lenten experience. People of all ages are welcome. Event will be held at St. William Church in Los Altos. Hospitality begins at 6:00pm. Worship and talk begin at 7:00pm and concludes by 8:30pm. This night will bring together a talented worship leader, keynote message, and a time of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Make space in your heart for Christ this Lent. If only your teens can make it, but would require a carpool, please let Chris know so that arrangements can be made.
DIOCESAN YOUTH RETREATJune 11-16, 2017
Zephyr Point Conference Center
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE
St. Thomas Aquinas Youth Will be joining hundreds of Teenagers from all over the San Jose Diocese (Graduating 8th graders through graduating Seniors) to participate in the Diocese' largest high school youth ministry event of the year--DYR! We are pleased to announce that the Diocesan Youth Retreat (DYR) registration is officially open! Please follow the link below:
· Please note that the registration this year is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Click on the green ‘Tickets’ button on the upper right corner to register your teen. Parents with multiple teens will have to submit a separate registration for each teen.
· For financial assistance, please contact your Parish Youth Ministry Coordinator / Parish Leader first. Limited scholarships are available through the Diocese. Scholarships will be granted based on need.
Check out some footage from last year's amazing week! LIFE TEEN SUMMER CAMPJune 26-July 1, 2017
Big Bear Lake, CA
Transformation happens here. Powerful Catholic sessions and prayer experiences, combined with ropes courses, kayaking, and nighttime activities will leave you with a Christ-filled experience that you will never forget.Summer Camp Registration is now ready! Reserve a spot for your teen by filling out this form and turning in your deposit ASAP.
Space is limited (Last year we had a waitlist).
Click on the image above to watch the Life Teen Summer Camp Promo Video! MORE CALENDAR EVENTS:
SAVE THE DATE(S)!CONFIRMATION RETREAT
Santa Cruz Mountain
March 3-5, 2017
A weekend away in the mountains as our Confirmation Candidates of 2017 take time to bond together and explore a deeper relationship with Christ. LIFE TEEN SUMMER CAMP
Big Bear, CA
June 26-July 1, 2017
Transformation happens here. Powerful Catholic sessions and prayer experiences, combined with ropes courses, kayaking, and nighttime activities will leave you with a Christ-filled experience that you will never forget. BIBLES AND BURRITOS
Select Wednesdays, 4-5pm dates TBD pending interest.
STAY Dermody
Do you own a Bible that's collecting dust because you aren't sure how to use it? Join us after school and we'll show you how to listen to God speaking to you through Scripture! Yes, the Bible is more than just "relevant," it's the Living Word. EDGE OVERNIGHT LOCK-IN
St. Thomas Aquinas
Date TBD, 7pm-9am
Lock-ins are fun, messy, and a great way to invite your friends to church! Bring your sleeping bags, pillows, and get your game on for games that will last through the night. JOY CON CONFERENCE
Location TBD
March 18, 2017
An exciting new tradition in our Diocese: The JOY Con is an all-day conference for nearly 1,000 youth preparing for Confirmation. Includes an inspiring keynote, a worship band, and a variety of breakout sessions that will help youth learn more about their faith. OFFSITE DAYS AWAY
Various Locations
Check the semester calendar (soon to be uploaded on our website) for offsite social events that happen periodically throughout the year. DIOCESAN YOUTH RETREAT
Zephyr, Lake Tahoe
June 11-16, 2017
In the beautiful setting of South Lake Tahoe, these five days away will leave you with faith-filled talks, activities, and no doubt that God is at work in your life. DYR is one of the largest collaborative events put together for the teens of our Diocese. STEUBENVILLE CONFERENCE
Fremont, CA
July 28-30
Have you ever felt the energy of thousands of teens in the same room, on fire for their faith? Just recently, it was announced that a Steubenville Conference would be hosted in our area! Join us for a weekend trip to Fremont, where you'll hear some amazing talks, celebrate Mass, play frisbee with nuns, and grow closer to your faith. SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
Throughout the year
Check future newsletters for opportunities and sign-ups for youth to give back to our communities! 