Youth Ministry

“We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to His purpose.” Romans 8:28

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There are multiple opportunities for our youth in Ave Maria Pastorate. Check out the options below!

Ave Maria Youth Ministry is gathering projects that youth can participate in to serve our communities, contact 605.878.2055 if you would like more information when it becomes available.

11th & 12th Grade Girls- There is a group of confirmed 11th and 12th grade girls who are meeting from the Watertown area. If you are interested in this group, contact Sarah at 605.878.2055.

St. Michael's Parish is creating a youth group open to Ave Maria Pastorate. If you are interested in learning more about this group, contact 605.878.2055.

C.A.S.T. the Net Youth Group is open to 7th through 12th grade students. They meet about twice a month at Holy Name of Jesus Parish. Text the number 81010 with the message @e99f4bs to receive text updates for this group.

Camps
D-Camp (Discipleship Camp)- Click your preferred date to register

June 15th-18th (High School)
July 13th-16th (High School)
July 17th-20th (Junior High)

JPII Vocations Camp- To be announced

Saint Maria Goretti Camp- To be announced
Conferences

Steubenville Youth Conference- Click here to fill out the inquiry survey to let us know your interested!

Conference will be held in Rochester, MN, July 11-13th. We are teaming up with Our Lady of the Snows pastorate from the Sisseton area to take TWO buses this year. We will be leaving early to enjoy the Valley Fair amusement park before heading to the conference. The conference is for students currently in 8th grade to seniors in high school. There is a $50 nonrefundable deposit to save your spot. Call Sarah at 605-878-2055 for more information.

Retreats

Search Retreat- SEARCH will help you on your journey to discover God, yourself and a Christian Community. The weekend is an opportunity to share Christ, make new friendships, pray, share questions, and have fun in an accepting atmosphere. This is time to experience a loving, supportive community of young people who want to share Christ, learn, and experience a closer relationship with God and with others. SEARCH weekends are open to all youth in their freshman year of high school or above. The SEARCH program is based on the teachings of the Catholic Church. SEARCH is a Christ-centered community of youth and young adults. SEARCH is lead by youth and young adults

March 7th-9th, 2025
July 18th-20th, 2025

Are you feeling called?

Are you feeling called to volunteer or help with one of these groups in some way? Have you felt called to bring a new group or ministry to the pastorate? Are there other ways or projects the youth could potentially help with?

Reach out the the D&E Office at 605.878.2055 to talk with one of our team members.

Employment Opportunities

Youth Ministry

Are you feeling called?