Youth Ministries 

This ministry welcomes all Middle School and High School students of our Parish.  Our parish youth work together, play together, serve together, and worship together.  Being involved with Youth Ministry is an opportunity to build great friendships with peers who share the same faith.  The youth are a vital part of our Parish and they are involved in many areas of ministry.  We are growing, learning and sharing as believers and witnesses of our faith.  Watch the weekly bulletin and fliers with upcoming events and outings. 

Worship Support

PRAYER MINISTRY - The prayer Ministry recognizes the power of prayer and praise to God. You will receive a list of petitions for prayer from the coordinator each month. You are encouraged to pray, in your own way, for these petitions.

Parish Support

ART PROJECTS - This ministry is great for youth with talents in art, sketching and design! Many of the ministries in the parish need your skills on posters and flyers for up-coming events.

OFFICE VOLUNTEER - Several times throughout the year the parish office staff needs help with large mail-outs and special projects! Join the action!

PARISH YARD WORK  - Middle and High School youth are invited to join with other parishioners for an occasional day of yard work! We have a great time "pitching-in" to make our parish grounds beautiful.  [top]

Worship

ALTAR SERVER - All youth in the 5th grade or older are invited to assist the priest at our weekend Liturgies! Altar Servers are scheduled for weekend Mass on a rotating basis and training sessions are held.

CHILDREN'S CHOIR - The Children's Choir is open to any youth up through 6th grade. You will have an exciting time learning to sing for Mass. Contact Brian Wood, Music Director for more information about rehearsal times.

CONTEMPORARY ENSEMBLE - This is a lively group of ALL ages who sings with guitars and drums! This group sings at Mass, Religious Education functions and special celebrations. 

INSTRUMENTALIST Any youth who plays a musical instrument is encouraged to share their talents with the parishioners of Nativity! The instrumentalists join the practice times with the children's choir and youth ensemble.

LECTOR  - High School youth who have been confirmed and enjoy public speaking are invited to proclaim the Word of God during Mass. This ministry is a sign of God's Presence in our world. Sign up now to attend the next training session!

MINISTER OF HOSPITALITY - Any High School youth who are outgoing and friendly are invited to become a Minister of Hospitality. Along with the responsibility of gathering the gifts at Mass you will have the opportunity to greet and share fellowship with the people as they enter church!

SOLOIST/CANTOR - Soloists are an important music ministry! As a soloist you lead the congregation in songs throughout the Mass!

YOUTH ENSEMBLE - The Youth Ensemble is open to youth in grades 7 to 12 who enjoy praising God in song.  Contact Brian Wood for details about rehearsal times. [top]

Service and Outreach

HOLIDAY FOOD BASKETS - During Thanksgiving and Christmas, Nativity distributes food baskets to the needy in our community. Volunteers are needed to assemble the baskets. Middle and High School youth can share the giving Spirit during the holidays!

SHARING CENTER VOLUNTEER  -The Christian Sharing Center is located at 600 N. Highway 17-92 in Longwood.  Volunteers are needed to help in the thrift store and sorting donations at their nearby warehouse.  This is a fantastic way to help the needy in our area by helping out at the center!

COOKIES FOR THE COALITION - As a community service projects, the Youth bakes cookies for the Coalition for the Homeless.  They coordinate with the ministry for the Coalition and bake these treats to complement the meal served to the homeless.  This project is worked on 3-4 times per year and we welcome all bakers!

FAITH WITNESS PROJECTS - Each year the Youth Group presents a Christmas play and the Stations of the Cross to our Parish.  These are opportunities for our young people to express their beliefs and share their talents with our Christian community.  There is always room for and a part for everyone!

SUMMER MISSION TRIP - Each summer our high-school-aged youth travel and participate in a weeklong summer mission trip at various locations throughout the US.  Preparation for this event begins in the late Fall.

PARISH SUPPORT - The Youth of our Parish have a great presence and add significantly to many of the events and programs that are held throughout the calendar year.  The youth cheerfully and willingly assist with such events as the Easter Egg Hunt, Halloween Party and Haunted House, Parish Picnic, and many other activities.  We cordially invite all Youth to accept the invitation and the challenge to serve their Parish community and enjoy fun and fellowship in the process!         [top]

Hospitality

COFFEE & DONUTS - Volunteers for this ministry have the responsibility of helping to serve the donuts after the Sunday Masses! This is a great ministry for service and fellowship! Youth can sign up to help serve the donuts and greet the parishioners as they come to the Parish Center! You can be scheduled on a rotating basis so you have the opportunity to meet a lot of wonderful people!

NEWCOMER WELCOMING COMMITTEE - High School youth are invited to join in the fellowship of welcoming teens to our parish! As a member of the Newcomer Welcoming Committee you will be invited to personally welcome other teens to our parish! This is an awesome way to make new friends!  [top]

Religious Education

HALL FACILITATOR - Volunteers from Middle and High school are needed to help out during Religious Education time on Sunday's in grades Pre-K to 3rd. This is a great opportunity to help the teachers!

R.C.I.A. ASSISTANT - Inviting and welcoming people into our church is a terrific way to meet new people on their journey of faith! Teens who have received the Sacrament of Confirmation and are willing to speak about their own faith journey are encouraged to serve as Sponsors for other teens!

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION - We all want to grow in our relationship with Jesus! Religious Education classes for Middle and High School are held on Sunday nights. What a great way to meet new people while you learn more about the Catholic Faith!

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION AIDE - This is a great opportunity for High School youth to help the pre-kindergarten to 3rd grade teachers in the classroom! Sign up to experience the excitement of teaching our faith to the younger children!

SUMMER BIBLE SCHOOL AIDE - Many hands are needed at this week long Bible School for the "little ones". Teens are needed to help with lessons, crafts, music, snacks and as hall monitors.  

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