JHS Youth Ministry Calendar  Fall 2010

*Additional events may be added. Check back often for the most up to date calendar.

To sign up for an event or for more information please contact
 Melissa Olenik at 440-247-4316 or email at sja_youthministry@sbcglobal.net

Teen Aides Need for Children's Liturgy of the Word
SJA will be starting Children's Liturgy of the Word this Fall during the 10:00am Mass each Sunday. Please consider volunteering as an aideto bring God's Word in a special way to our young children! If you are able to volunteer,please contact Sr. Judy at (440) 247-3606 or email her at jbucco@ndec.org

Volunteer at the Parish Picnic Sept 12th
Teens we need your help to make the crafts and the games happen at the picnic. Volunteer for a 30 min. time slot starting at 12:30pm and help the kids make crafts and enjoy the games. Sign up with Melissa today!

Youth Ministry Kick-Off: “We Are One Body, One Family”

Monday, September 27, 7-8:30pm, Parish Hall
Why does an ear need a hand? Can a foot work without a nose? These questions seem silly but a body truly does work the best with all of its parts, and so does the Christian community. Tonight we will see how we are called to work together as a family and a community in the name of Jesus Christ. JHS and HS teens and their parents are invited to our kick-off event.

MedWish International Service Project
Saturday, October 2, 1-3:30pm, Downtown—sign up by Sept 30^th
JHS teens and parents can spend an afternoon in service by organizing donations. MedWish International collects sterile unused medical supplies from hospitals, organizes them and ships them out to developing nations. We need to arrive at MedWish at 1pm. If you would like to car pool please let Melissa know. The carpool will meet at SJA at 12:15pm.  *A volunteer form must be filled out for all teens and parents. Click for more information and directions.

Live Out Loud Night: “Life’s Game Plan”
Monday, October 4, 7-8:30pm, Parish Hall
What happens when an athlete becomes the “I” in “Team"? Does the team always win? Does the “I” always win? Come check out how Jesus coaches us to have the best “life game plan.”

Dinner at 5 Guys Burger and Fries & 10^th Avenue North Concert

Sunday, October 10, 4-9pm—sign up by Oct 4^th
JHS and HS teens--let’s carpool, get dinner at 5 Guys Burger and Fries (Mayfield Rd.), then attend a concert at Willoughby Hills Friends Church featuring 3 amazing Christian bands : 10^th Avenue North, Addison Road, and Matt Maher. Total cost is $10. See flyer for more details. Permission slip required. 

Habitat for Humanity Service Project
Saturday, October 16, 8am-12pm or 12-3:30pm (yard work day)—sign up by Oct 11^th
Would you like to help a family build their home in Chagrin Falls park by doing some yard work? All JHS & HS teens are invited. *All dates are tentative as Habitat could run into natural delays while building this home. *Please get dropped off on time. Click for directions. * Only one slot per teen at this time. Volunteer form required.

Live Out Loud Night: “Peace Keepers”
Monday, October 18, 7-8:30pm, Parish Hall
Do you ever feel like the only way to keep the peace or prevent drama is to give in to peer pressure? Is it hard for you to positively pressure your friends to do the right thing? Many people in the Bible had to deal with peer pressure too. Let’s take a look at how God helped them through it.

Live Out Loud Night: “All Nations Under God”
Monday, November 1, 7-8:30pm, Parish Hall
Did you know that almost half of the world population—3 billion people—live on less than $2.50 a day? About 30% of people in Cleveland are below the poverty level. Tonight we will look at how teens can make a difference by following Jesus’ example.

JHS Retreat Day
Saturday, November 6, 9am-5pm (includes Mass), Parish Hall—sign up by Nov 1^st
Spend some extra time with God through activities, praise & worship music, small group discussions, and more. Check back for more details.

SJA Service Project- Rake Leaves for our parishioners
Saturday, November 13, 9am-12pm—sign up by Nov 11^th
Help our parishioners by raking leaves. We’ll meet at the church, divide up into groups and drive to parishioners’ homes who signed up for this event. Don’t forget to bring a rake!

Habitat for Humanity Service Project
Saturday, November 20, 8am-12pm or 12-3:30pm (painting interior day)—sign up by Nov 15^th
Would you like to help a family build their home in Chagrin Falls Park by painting interior walls? All JHS & HS teens are invited. *All dates are tentative as Habitat could run into natural delays while building this home. * Only one slot per teen at this time. *Please get dropped off on time. Click for directions. *Volunteer form required.

Live Out Loud Night: “Tis the Season of Advent”
Monday, November 22, 7-8:30pm, Parish Hall
Let’s celebrate the season of Advent by uncovering the traditions we all know, from Advent wreaths to St. Nick. You may be surprised at how things came to be!

Habitat for Humanity Service Project
Saturday, December 4, 8am-12pm or 12-3:30pm (painting interior day)—sign up by Nov 29^th
Would you like to help a family build their home in Chagrin Falls Park by painting interior walls? All JHS & HS teens are invited. *All dates are tentative as Habitat could run into natural delays while building this home. * Only one slot per teen at this time. *Please get dropped off on time. Click for directions. *Volunteer form required.

Live Out Loud Night: “Mistletoe & A Manger”
Monday, December 6, 7-8:30pm, Parish Hall
Tonight we’ll continue to learn the fun facts of the Christmas season while having a party! We will also have a gift exchange. Just bring in a wrapped gift, ladies bring gifts for ladies, and guys for guys. Price limit is $10.