EDGE Middle School Ministry

Family Mass - According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Liturgy is “the privileged place for catechizing the People of God.” Hence, families who register their children for Edge Middle School Ministry are expected to attend Mass every Sunday (or Saturday vigil), where they gather as a family of God to hear and reflect on God’s Word and are spiritually nourished by the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist.

Weekly Faith Formation Sessions - For our middle school youth who don’t have religion classes at a Catholic school, we offer weekly faith formation sessions on Wednesdays, from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. This year, our curriculum is “Life with the Holy Spirit” and “Prayer” from YDisciple on FORMED.org. Parents are encouraged to view the contents of the lesson plan each week have faith conversations with their children at home. As we may still face Covid-related restrictions, we will communicate whether these sessions will be on Zoom and/or in person in Gara Hall as instructed by the Los Angeles Archdiocese. During Lent, the youth will rehearse and act out the Living Stations of the Cross for our parish community as part of the parish Lenten Soup and Stations schedule. We usually end each year with an outing or celebration. 

Monthly “Edge Nite” – All middle school youth of the parish are welcome to our monthly ministry gatherings for fun and fellowship in a safe and faith-filled environment. Led by our youth ministry coordinator and team, they will play games and connect with other youth in their faith community.

For 8th Grade Parents/Youth - During the Spring season, we give parents and 8th grade students a sneak peek of high school youth ministry and Confirmation preparation process. Some events include Confirmation information night for parents, high school youth nite for teens, and a day retreat for graduates at the end of the school year.

Empowering God’s Children Safety Training - Lastly, we are mandated to conduct an annual safe environment training for our youth. This year, the topic is “Boundaries and Bullying.” Please visit the Empowering God's Children page at the LA Archdiocese for more information.