I found a place where I belonged and could call home. I think having a youth ministry program at St. Veronica is a very important asset. I personally only know those who went to grade school with me or that now attend McNicholas High School who are from our parish. A youth ministry would be a great way for students to meet with people from other schools. I see the youth of our parish becoming more and more involved, and by starting this ministry, it will push those who are just sitting back to become more active.
Youth ministry can do a lot for an individual.
It will help people to make new friends, get more involved in our parish, and most importantly, will bring the youth of St. Veronica closer to God. As parents we love them always, but don t always understand them. The experiences that I have enjoyed while working with teens has been a great help to me in my growth as a person as well as my spirituality. The first retreat that we ever had with the St. Veronica teens was so important to them. They had never been on one and had no idea what to expect.