“You young people have in a special way the task of witnessing today to the faith; the commitment to bring the Gospel of Christ – the Way, the Truth and the Life – into the third Christian Millennium, to build a new civilization – a civilization of love, of justice and of peace.” – St. John Paul II
Youth Ministries
Register for Youth Group |
Youth Group
We have an awesome Youth Group that meets every Sunday from 5-7 pm, for both middle and high school. Due to COVID, for the 2020-2021 year youth group will look a bit different:
- Registration is required to attend
- Youth are asked to commit to regular attendance
- We are asking parents to donate money to buy meals for the throughgroup throughout the year
YG begins with a giant group meal until 5:45, after which middle school and high school split up for the remainder of the night, which features games, short talks, and small groups. We’d love to have you in our community.
Cost: Donation for meals
Mountain Madness 2020 |
Mountain Madness Middle School Retreat
When: February 12th-14th, 2021
Where: YMCA of the Rockies Estes Park
Grades 6th-8th
Steubenville of the Rockies |
Check back in December to register! |
Steubenville of the Rockies High School Retreat
When: July 2nd-4th, 2021
Where: Gaylord Rockies Resort
Grades 9th-12th (incoming freshmen to incoming seniors)
Check back in December for registration info.
Registration opens in December.
Totus Tuus 2021: Check Back in May |
Register |
Totus Tuus
When: Summer 2021
Check back in May when online registration begins for more details about this awesome opportunity for youth of all ages during the summer!
Children of Mary Sodality |
Children Of Mary Sodality
Sodalities were an integral part of parish life in Catholic Churches worldwide for over a century. They are a lay ministry intended to bring Marian devotion, community service & a social experience to practicing Catholics at every stage of life. Female sodalities were popular of various ages in which they gathered to learn about and become more involved in their faith, serve their parish community and possibly…
R.E. |
Religious Education (RE)
Religious Education (RE) is a traditional classroom program for students in grades K-12 that offers a 2 year sacramental prep program for those 2nd grade and older, as well as pre-sacramental and post-sacramental classes. For more information on our program and registration, please see the RE page under our Faith Formation section. Registration for the 2020-2021 school year begins in June 2020.
Cub Scouts |
Cub Scouts
Pack 65 is an active Cub Scout group welcoming all boys from Kindergarten to 5th grade. Cub Scouts participates in hands-on activities and adventures or outings that focus on fun, citizenship, respect, spiritual growth and community involvement.
MEETING TIMES
Twice a month, days and times vary by grade. Pack meetings or activities (all grades meet together) occur once a month.
WHO TO CONTACT
Matt Davis, Cubmaster: 631.682.2469 or mjdavis340@me.com
Boy Scouts |
Boy Scouts
For over 85 years Troop 65 has been part of St. John the Baptist Catholic Parish. We welcome all boys from the age of 11 to 18; Our mission is to build strong characters and strong leaders through citizenship, community service, and outdoor activities like camping, hiking, fishing, and many more.
Meeting Time
Every Monday at 7:00 p.m. in St. Michael room.
Who to contact
Mike Phelan, Committee Chair: 303.478.1860 or mnmphelan@msn.
CORE TEAM |
Core Team
The Core Team is the team that supports the youth group in a personal way. When we break down into smaller groups the Core Team helps to facilitate fruitful discussions and drawing them towards life-impacting resolution. They are expected to lead first through the example of their christian testimony and faith and then through the direction of youth group in activities logistics.
Called to Protect
Safe Environment Training
To create a safe environment within the Church for our kids, the Catholic community has instituted a safe environment program. To volunteer in our church with any young people, you must complete a two-hour seminar workshop.