Helping Teens Encounter Jesus And Forming Lifelong Disciples!
We will explore the issues that most impact the lives of young people. They will make strong and long-lasting relationships with the fellow teens, who are walking on a faith journey with similar challenges. As always, we use pizza to help transform hearts and minds.
Feel free to bring friends from any faith tradition. All are welcome!
Reconciling the Old and New Testaments!
This Life Night helps teens see how the Old Testament fits into the larger story of salvation history. The session begins with assembling simple floor puzzles within small groups. Just when teens think the activity is too simple, there is an unexpected twist. The combined Proclaim and Break sections are presented in collaboration between a teacher and a storyteller, with content presentation alternating between upfront teaching and Connect Group small group processes. The session concludes with a reflection on our personal pieces of the puzzle. This is a great Life Night to help teens learn more about the Old Testament so they can better know God’s love for them.
Adventure and Worship at Six Flags!
The annual New Jersey Catholic Youth Rally at Six Flags is back! Join us for a thrilling day of fun and worship.
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What Can We Learn From Saint Paul?
This Life Night takes us on a trip to the days of the early Church. Through a skit version of a trial of St. Paul, teens meet early Church figures and understand how the letters and writings of the New Testament shaped this community. Teens will share their witnesses in small groups, hear from fellow teens, and see how the Scriptures, and the epistles in particular, are relevant today in this culture and their lives. Just as He called St. Paul, the Holy Spirit calls each person to witness to Christ.
Worship with Hundreds of Teens!
This summer, St. David the King’s Youth Ministry will bring a group of 10 high schoolers to the Steubenville Youth Conference in Steubenville, Ohio. For those that don’t know, Steubenville is high-energy Youth Conference where thousands of teens are invited to encounter Jesus Christ through dynamic speakers, engaging music, the Sacraments, small group discussions and fellowship with other teens. I can personally attest to the transformative nature of the Conferences as it was the place where I decided to make my faith my own, finally interiorizing the faith my parents passed down to me. I invite you to attend the Steubenville Youth Conference this summer and see your faith grow in ways you never imagined.
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Upcoming Events!
Here’s a look at our full calendar for the remainder of the year. Feel free to suggest events at any time!
For more information, please reach out to Matthew Simms (msimms@stdavidtheking.com or 609-275-7111 ext. 202)
New Jersey Catholic Youth Rally Additional Information
Steubenville Youth Conference Additional Information
Meet Our Youth and Young Adult Minister!
In July 2023, Matt Simms joined the staff at St. David the King as the new Youth and Young Adult Minister. He is committed to meet the parish’s youth and young adults wherever they are at in their spiritual journey. Through engaging and creative activities, participants will meet other faithful Catholics and grow in the spiritual life. As always, he ministers to those of ALL faith traditions. Feel free to join Matt at any of the upcoming events!
To stay up-to-date on all upcoming Youth Ministry events, sign-up using the form below: