Youth Group (Grades 9-12)
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St. John the Baptist Youth Group is for all 9th through 12th grade students. The mission of the group is to assist teens in deepening their personal relationship with Jesus. The group meets on the 1st Sunday of each month following the 10:30AM Mass. These monthly gatherings feature faith formation and prayer; food, fun, and service projects. For more information or to be added to the monthly news blast, please email the Pastoral Center.
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New MACH1 Youth Minister
Drew Durbin was born in Mesquite, NV, and attended Franciscan University of Steubenville, graduating with degrees in theology, philosophy, and english literature. He has an abundance of experience working in youth ministry, both nationally and internationally. He has been married for a little over a year and he and his wife are expecting their first child in May 2020. His favorite activities include reading, hiking, basketball, pool, traveling and visiting art galleries. His favorite saints are St Therese, St Francis de Sales, St Claude de la Colombiere and St. Alphonsus Liguori; and his favorite devotions are the rosary and the Divine Office. Drew is excited to join our parish grouping and looks forward to meeting the parish communities. -
MACH1 Youth 2019-20
The 2019-20 MACH1 Youth Schedule is ready for downloading and printing. Post a copy to keep it handy in order to stay informed on all the planned events of the season. You will find it listed on this page under the Documents heading.
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Pastoral Center
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Documents
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MACH1 Youth Mass & Pre-Christmas Party (12/15/19)
Join in on Sunday, December 15, 2019 for the Youth Mass at 6:00PM at Our Lady of Fatima, Hopewell Twp., followed by a Youth Group social at the Fatima House to celebrate this time of Advent and the coming of Christ! There will be games and food, and the evening will close with prayer before our Eucharistic Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. What better way to celebrate the season?
Youth Ministry at the MACHl Parish Grouping is all about asking and answering the big questions that matter in life and doing so in a fun and engaging way. We ask, "Is life worth living?" and with Venerable Fulton Sheen we resoundingly answer; "YES!" Life in Christ is an adventure that is beautiful, joyful, challenging and entirely worth it. Saint Augustine wrote that "Our hearts are restless until they rest in Thee, O Lord." This is true for all human hearts. We long for God and will not be satisfied with anything less! The Catholic Faith alone offers true peace and fulfillment. If you are interested in living a more exciting, meaningful and fulfilling existence and are a high school-aged young adult, these events are meant for you!
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MACH1 Youth Group
Reminders via textGet reminders via text messaging regarding MACH1 Youth Group meetings, events and news by doing the following:
- For MACH1 Youth Group members, text to 81010 the following message - @hmcilw
- For parents, text to 81010 the following message - @hmcilwa
Youth Group text messages will be managed by one of our volunteers. Feel free to email Drew Durbin at ym@mach1diopitt.org for more informantion.
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(For further information on the above or any other religious formation activity at St. John the Baptist, contact the Faith Formation Office at 724.775.3940 ext. 4.)
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Resources for Teens
Videos and articles intended for teenagers and young adults...
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What is 'Life Teen'?
Life Teen regularly produces relevant and engaging blog and video content that leads teenagers and their families into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church.
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Life Teen Video
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Life Teen Blog
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