STAY Youth and Confirmation Newsletter - It's Time to Register for the 2016-2017 Year!
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August 22, 2016STAY Youth Ministry and Confirmation 2016-2017 Year View this email in your browser 
It's time to register!
Dear STAY Families,
Welcome to the 2016-2017 school year! I know those are probably the last words any student wants to hear at the end of summer, but a new school year also means a new exciting year of Youth Ministry Events!
A semester calendar of events will soon be to the St. Thomas Aquinas Parish website ministry pages, and in the meantime, you have the opportunity to start registering your youth for our Confirmation Prep, Edge and Life Teen ministries!
If you are able to, please forward this newsletter to any families that you know, as this will serve as our primary source of communication, updates, and news for the coming year. We want to make sure that everybody is in the loop.
If you are not subscribed to this newsletter, you can add yourself, your child, or other parents by clicking here.
Finally, you will find the STAY youth ministry and confirmation registration link by clicking on the green button below!
In Christ,
Chris Mardesich
Youth MinisterCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR CONFIRMATION, EDGE AND LIFE TEEN FOR THE 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR UPCOMING CALENDAR DATES:
SAVE THE DATE(S)!
LIFE TEEN INSPIRATION
Six Flags, Valencia
November 4th - 5th
(Departing Fri. Evening, Overnight Stay at a Local Church, Returning Late Sat.)
What's better than a day of roller coasters, a few thousand new friends, and Mass inside the park? Join us for an action-packed trip and bring your friends along! WALK FOR LIFE
San Francisco
Saturday, January 21
An opportunity to raise awareness of our Catholic faith and of the sacredness of human life. All families are invited to join in for the day. 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. LIFE TEEN HIGH SCHOOL RETREAT
Santa Cruz Mountains
November 18-20
We know high school can be stressful during the Fall season. That's why STAY wants to bring you a weekend away with God, friends, an unforgettable memories. Dedicate this weekend to renewing your faith. You won't regret it! And yes... there will be MESSY games. EDGE LOCK-IN
Dermody Center
Date TBD in Spring 2017
(7pm Friday-9am Saturday)
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. STEUBENVILLE CONFERENCE
USD, San Diego
July 28-30
Have you ever felt the energy of thousands of teens in the same room, on fire for their faith? Join us for a trip down to USD 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! ECHOES OF WORTH RETREAT
Mission Springs Retreat Center
January 13-15
A powerful Theology of the Body - focused retreat for youth that will help teens to explore their self-worth and their dignity that comes from God. If you have ever wondered what it really means that you are made in the image and likeness of God, then this weekend is for you. REVS VS SEMS GAME
SCU
Friday evening in Feb. Date To Be Announced
Come cheer on our local priests and seminarians as they battle for bragging rights in the most entertaining basketball game you'll ever see. Your whole family can join in, too! 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. OFFSITE DAYS AWAY
Monthly Book Club
Check the semester calendar (soon to be uploaded on our website) for offsite social events that happen periodically throughout the year. 
