Youth Ministry
Our parish is making a commitment to Youth Ministry:
come and help make it happen!
"Godspell"
300 N. Broad St., Canfield will be presenting the play “Godspell” on September 10, 11 and 12 at 7:30PM in the Family Life Center. Cost is $15 for adults; $12 for students and Senior Citizens. All seating is General Admission. For tickets call (330) 533-8789.
Youth Ministry Pool Party & Picnic: Food, Games, Swimming & Fun!
Who: High School Age Youth and their Families
What: A Pool Party & Picnic to kick-off the new school year
When: Saturday, August 28, at 2:00PM
Where: 1600 Roosevelt Ave., Niles
(the home of Mike and Justine Neopolitan)
How much: FREE! Just bring a dessert to share!
For more information, contact Dave Schmidt, Pastoral Associate, at dschmidtkofc@neo.rr.com or (330) 652-5825.
Parish Scholarship Program
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish Youth Ministry is starting a Scholarship Program. The goal of the Scholarship Program is to motivate young people of the parish to put their faith into action, especially by taking part in the Youth Ministry programs at the parish. The first scholarships are expected to be granted in the spring of 2011. The number and amount of scholarship awards will vary, based on the funds available, with a minimum amount of $500.00.
In addition to Youth Ministry performing fundraisers with a percentage of the profits going to the Scholarship Program fund, organizations in the parish that currently do fundraising will be invited to designate a percentage of their profits for the fund. In addition, private, public, and business contributions will also be accepted.
There will be Scholarship Program Information Meetings on:
- Saturday, August 7, 6:00PM (after the 5:00PM Mass) in the church.
- Sunday, August 8, 10:30 to 11:30AM (between the Masses) in Marian Hall.
The Best Babysitter is a Safe Sitter:
this two day class teaches boys and girls ages 11 to 13 how to safely care for children while babysitting, first aid, rescue breathing, what to do if a child chokes, accident prevention and childcare tips on Thursday and Friday, August 5 and 6 from 9:00AM-4:00PM at St. Elizabeth Health Center, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown. Students must attend both classes. Class size is limited. Cost is $25.00. Registration forms are available in the parish office.
The Benedictine Monks of Saint Andrew Abbey in Cleveland:
welcome men between the ages of 18-45 who wish to discern a monastic vocation to attend one of the “Living with Benedict” weekend retreats: August 13-15, 2010. Contact Fr. Gerard, OSB at Gerard@cbhs.net.
Take Advantage of the Parish Lending Library!
We are very grateful to the many parishioners who donated items for your parish lending library. Over 400 items are available in cabinets in Marian Hall. Stop by and sign-out a book, CD or video. For more information, contact Dave Schmidt, at (330) 652-5825 or dschmidtkofc@neo.rr.com
From the Pastor Regarding Parish Registration:
Registration is the official way we join a parish. Some people mistakenly believe that just because they happen to live near a particular parish, used to go to its school, or come here once in a while they automatically belong. At times young people who have moved away for years mistakenly believe they are still signed up under their parents. The truth is, they need to register at the parish near their current residence. Children are parishioners under their parents only until they turn eighteen.
Please take a moment here to correct any and all misunderstandings.
Membership in a parish involves signing up, formally enrolling yourself at a parish if you are eighteen years old or older. Registration is a commitment to a community, a way to be included in the religious, social, and ministerial activities. It is also a statement that the member wants to share his or her time, talents, and treasures to support the parish.
For years, we have published the fact on the front of the bulletin that you are registered if you currently receive envelopes from this church. If you do not receive envelopes, you are not registered.
Please register as soon as possible at the parish to which you want to commit your time, talents, and treasures. If you wish to register here, one phone call on your part to 330-652-5825 begins the simple registration process.
Many times we are called and asked to provide Sponsor Certificates for young adults and those people are no longer registered. If you are gong away to college, it may be wise to register and we will gladly add you to our e-mail list and if you like we can send you a weekly bulletin. We understand that going away to school does not mean that you can be here on occasions when you are home from school. We love to see you at Mass when you are home. However, it is important to remain listed as a parishioner, especially if you want to be a sponsor or plan to be married in our church after you graduate. Registration demonstrates that you belong.
The Pastor may not sign a Sponsor Certificate stating that you are an active member of the parish if you haven’t taken the time to register and demonstrate your commitment to the parish for a period of time before asking for a Sponsor Certificate or want to plan your wedding.
If you register, the parish knows it can count on you and call on you to assist in its mission. Registration is a statement of faith and confidence in the life and work of your parish.
Please be sure to share this information with adults you know who may be interested in the life and mission of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish.
Thank you for your dedication to our parish and may God bless you.
~Father Larry Frient
Contemporary Choir
Attention!!! We are in the process of forming a contemporary group to sing at the 5:00PM Mass on Saturdays. Would you like to share your musical talents to serve the Lord? We are searching for anyone who plays an instrument of any kind or who would like to sing. This will be under the direction of the Parish Music Director (Denise Miller). A meeting will be scheduled within the next couple of weeks. For more information please call Denise at (330) 883-4654. Thanks!
Inquiries regarding Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Parish Youth Ministry may be made to Dave Schmidt, Pastoral Associate, at 330-652-5825 or dschmidtkofc@neo.rr.com.