Youth Ministry is a church-wide ministry which strives to provide a variety of opportunities and experiences to draw teens into active, responsible participation in the life, mission, and work of Christ.

Let’s face it…teens face hard issues all the time. Conflict, peer pressure, drugs and alcohol…which lead to other things…and we all have friends that are hurting.

Youth Ministry strives to be a reach out and support teens in their “journey” of life. To help them realize who Christ is in their own life so that they can turn around and share these gifts with others!

Let’s face it…2000 years ago, Jesus sent his disciples into the world two by two to preach the Good News to all who would hear it. The disciples had NO IDEA what lie ahead for them EXCEPT that God would be their guide. We too are called to go out and share the Good News with friends, family and even strangers. We may not know what life holds for us, but we do know that Christ will be our companion on our journey called LIFE!!!

Want to Help?

The best nourishment youth ministry can receive is through the welcoming support of the adults and staff of the parish community. We are blessed because REZ is AWESOME at this!!!

Interested in joining our core team of leaders?
Contact Anne Whitney-Tubridy (815-455-2559)

Movie Night

Come the first Sunday of every month to Father Steve’s house to enjoy food, friends, a movie, and great times!

Youth Night

Come hang out, eat pizza, and discuss with friends about God, Life and how we can make a difference! Read more…

Breakfast with Father Steve

Every third Sunday of the month all high school and college students eat breakfast @ Father Steve’s house after the 8:00 Mass.  Great food and discussion!!!

Pancake Breakfast

This is our biggest fundraiser!!!  Teens cook and serve the parish…not only food, but fellowship!!!

Teen Leadership

High school teens interested in becoming MORE involved with their faith and helping others…WE NEED YOU!!! Read more…

Retreats

This experience, prepared by the REZ teen leaders, along with the REZ core team, is something you DO NOT want to miss!!! Date TBA!!!

SO MUCH MORE...

You'll have to come and find out!!!