Welcome To The Frontlines (With Snacks)
Be a Teen Catechist
What It’s About
Our small group model helps teens (grades 7–12) form authentic friendships and a real relationship with Jesus. Over two years, they prepare for Confirmation in weekly small groups and monthly large group sessions.
You’re considering the path of Teen Catechesis, that means two things:
You really love Jesus, and
You’re just the kind of brave soul we need.
Let’s be honest—working with teens is not for the faint of heart. But it is for the faithful, the fun, the flexible, and the wildly hopeful. You don’t have to be a Bible scholar. You don’t have to have all the answers. You just need to show up, be real, and let the Holy Spirit handle the rest.
These young people are facing a world full of questions, distractions, and noise—and you get to be a voice of truth, joy, and steady faith in the middle of it. You get to build real relationships, foster trust, and walk with them through one of the most formative seasons of their lives. That’s not just volunteering—that’s discipleship.
And yes, you’ll probably have to dodge a few awkward silences, a questionable meme reference, and at least one intense snack debate… but you’ll also witness holy moments that remind you exactly why you said yes in the first place.
In this small group model, your presence matters more than ever. You’re not just teaching lessons—you’re forming hearts, planting seeds, and maybe even making faith cool again (no pressure). The curriculum is solid, the team is here to support you, and the grace is abundant.
God has already equipped you for this. So step up, bring your coffee, and let’s get to work.
The teens are ready. And so are you.

Volunteer Details
- When: One evening per week (Mon–Thurs, 6–7 PM)
- Where: Community Life Center
- Monthly Group Sundays: 9:30–10:45 AM or 11:30 AM–12:45 PM
- Curriculum:
- Decision Point by Dynamic Catholic
- Purpose by LifeTeen
- Faith Fusion by Our Sunday Visitor
What You'll Bring
- A heart for mentorship
- A love for teens and the Church
- A willingness to show up and listen
“We are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them”
— Ephesians 2:10 (NASB)
Why Small Groups? Because Faith Grows Through Friendship
We believe real faith takes root in real relationships.
That’s why our teen program is built around small groups—places where trust grows, conversations go deep, and faith becomes personal. In a world filled with distractions, teens need more than just information. They need connection. They need to be known, heard, and loved.
Small groups create space for that. With a consistent adult leader and a tight-knit group of peers, teens are more likely to open up, ask tough questions, and build a faith that sticks.
This isn’t just about Confirmation. It’s about discipleship. It’s about forming a generation of young Catholics who know they belong—and who walk out of this program with a deeper relationship with Christ and a community that lasts.
If you’re ready to show up, listen, and walk alongside teens in their journey—this is where you’re needed most.
Important Dates for 2025-2026
Small Group Begin: Week of September 22, 2025
Large Group Sundays (Small groups will not meet the following week):
- September 14
- October 5
- November 16
- January 4
- February 8
- March 8
- April 19
No Classes or Small Groups the weeks of: Small Group Begin:
- October 12
- November 23 & 30
- All of December
- January 18
- February 15
- March 15
- April 5
Confirmation Mass
Date: April 25, 2026 (pending Diocesan approval)
Additional Activities
Catechists are not required or expected to attend retreats, Bible studies, or Service Saturdays though if you feel called to dedicate a bit of extra time and energy you would be welcomed and appreciated!
Retreats
- Parent Only Retreats:
- October 4, 2025
- February 7, 2026
- Confirmation Retreats (for students being Confirmed in 2026):
- October 11, 2025
- February 14, 2026
- Teen Retreats (Open to all 7th-12th grade students):
- October 25, 2025
- February 28, 2026
Service Saturdays
Held on the 3rd Saturday of each month:
- September 20, 2025
- October 18, 2025
- November 15, 2025
- December 20, 2025
- January 17, 2026
- February 21, 2025
- March 21, 2026
- April 18, 2025
Teen Bible Study
- Fall Series: ENCOUNTER- Exploring the Bible Timeline
- Fridays, 6:00–7:30 PM
- September 26 – December 19, 2025
- No session on November 28 for Thanksgiving
- Total: 12 Weeks
- Spring Series: TBD
- Fridays, 6:00–7:30
- January 9 – February 20, 2026
- Total: 6 Weeks