Click on this link (below) to get your forms for the Summer Retreat with TRUE~LIFE June 13th -15th

The 2014 Franciscan University Steubenville Youth Conference Form

Click Here to see our first podcast of our new youth ministry show called “The Now”. The title for the show was brought about as Justin and I discussed the way many adults will refer to the teens as “The Future” of The Church. which sadly allows us to put off until tomorrow the things that we need to address today. The youth and particularly teens are “The NOW!” of the The Church because if we do not “Get” them now…we will not have a future with them in it! So they are THE NOW of The Church. Hence the title of the new podcast. This is the first one where we talk to Justin about how he became involved in Youth Ministry and a little about his history before coming to St. Joan’s. We also talk about our hope for the Lenten Lock In we have scheduled for 3/21/14. Check out the show and let us know what you think!

Michael A. Barone

Director of Youth Ministry

St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church Powell, Ohio

The 2014 Lenten Lock-In<<<<Download this to obtain the Permission Slip for our Lenten Lock-In March 21st-22nd!

Tubing 2014 TRUELIFE

The 2014 March for Life

General Information

This is a pilgrimage which means there will be many opportunities for sacrifice.  We will be doing a ‘Red-Eye’ trip which means driving overnight and coming back immediately following the march.

Schedule

Tuesday, January 21                       Depart St. Joan of Arc 8:00 pm

Wednesday, January 22                 Arrive in DC early morning

Attend Youth Rally at Verizon Arena

http://youthrallyandmassforlife.org/2014-youth-rally/artist/

                                                          March for Life

Lunch at Union Station

Thursday, January 23                    Arrive back at St. Joan of Arc 3:00 am

Cost:

The trip will cost each individual $75. Meals are not included in the cost, so make sure to bring money with you.  Registration and payment are due by Sunday, December 15.  We need to provide the diocese with a list of names for the youth rally in order to secure our tickets.

What to Bring

Plenty of warm clothes you can layer

Hand and toe warmers

Hats, gloves and scarves

Blanket for sleeping on the bus

Rosary

Backpack for carrying items during the march

Cell phones for emergency use

MARCH FOR LIFE

CODE OF CONDUCT

BE COURAGEOUS, BE COURTEOUS, BE CATHOLIC, BE COOL!

Be Courageous

• This is a pilgrimage, not a vacation, not even a field trip.  When you are on a pilgrimage you never complain about anything.
• It takes real courage to practice virtue, to be obedient, to stay on task, especially on a trip like this.
• Because this is a pilgrimage, there will be many opportunities for sacrifices!  Accept them all with courage, and a smile. It is a chance to make reparation, and to offer up our sacrifices for the unborn, our loved ones, and for all the prayer intentions that we will take with us on the March.
• Be patient. There will be long lines, lots of people, waiting for the buses, waiting for the March to begin, waiting to get food.  Every time we wait, it is another sacrifice to offer up.

Be Courteous

• Be courteous and respectful, to everyone everywhere.  This March is about the dignity of the human person-Live that reality! Respect yourself and each other, especially the adult leaders on the trip.
• Follow directions, listen when an adult is talking, have a good attitude- even when you are tired and it is difficult!
• Say please and thank you EVERYWHERE!
• Clean up after yourself, everywhere, all the time.
• When it is lights out, respect each other and  the adults and be silent. It will be a long trip and we all will need some sleep. (especially those adults returning to work on Thursday)
• Stay with your assigned group at all times!
• The opportunity to charge phones will be limited, so keep your phone turned off as much as possible.

Be Catholic

• You represent St. Joan of Arc and are traveling with Father Black.  Others will know you are Catholic.  Represent the Church well.
• Be a witness of Christian irtue and holiness to your peers, adult leaders, Father and everyone else you meet!  Especially when you are tired, hungry or frustrated!
• This is a pilgrimage, so we will be praying a lot.  Always be reverent and do not goof off while we are praying, even on the bus. There will be time for fun too.

COLUMBUS Teens for Life Washington DC Rally

REGISTRATION FORM

Please print clearly; return with appropriate payment to your adult leader.  All incomplete forms will be returned to adult leaders.

Name of Participant                                                                                                                                                                          

Address                                                                                                                                                                                                 

City                                                                                                                         State                       Zip Code                             

Phone     (               )                                                                                                                                                                              

E-Mail                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Parish                                                                                                                                                                                                    

School                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Date of Birth                        /               /                               Male  o    Female  o          Grade                                                    

Name of Adult Leader                                                                                                                                                                       

EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION

Parent or Guardian                                                                                                                                                                             

Address                                                                                                                                                                                                 

Phone(s)                                                                                                                                                                                               

Chronic Conditions (e.g. Allergies, Epilepsy; Diabetes)                                                                                                               

Medications                                                                                                                                                                                         

Medical Insurance                                                                                               Policy Number                                                   

Address                                                                                                                   Phone    (               )                                              

Member’s Name                                                                                                   Phone    (               )                                              

Family Doctor                                                                                                       Phone    (               )                                              

RELEASE AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT

Name of Activity:  March for Life and Washington DC Youth for Life Rally

Location Washington DC / Catholic University/ National Shrine

Dates of Activity: January 22 – 23, 2014

A. As the above-named participant, I hereby register for and commit to attend                                                                                       
(the “activity”).  I further agree to the terms of this Release and Indemnification Agreement, and I agree to comply with the Code of Behavior set forth below.

B. As a parent or guardian of the above-named participant, I give my permission for my child or ward to register for and attend the activity.

C. The undersigned release from all liability, and indemnify and hold harmless                                                                                       parish/school, the Diocese of Columbus and any employee, agent or representative thereof from any and all liability, actions, causes of actions, claims, judgments, costs or expenses, arising out of or in any way related to injury, illness or loss incurred by the participant while participating in or traveling to or from this activity.

CODE OF BEHAVIOR

1. Participants must stay and participate in the entire event.  Participants may not leave the premises unless accompanied by an adult leader, parent, or legal guardian.

2. The possession or use of alcohol, tobacco, drugs, or weapons of any kind is not permitted.

3. Foul language is not tolerated.

4. Participants must heed any and all directions of activity staff.

5. Participants must respect the rights and property of others.  Damage to or defacing of property will be the financial responsibility of the participants involved and the participant’s parents/legal guardians…

6. Clothing must be modest a (no bare midriff’s, or shoulders) must be appropriate for attending Mass

7. Failure to abide by this Code of Behavior may result in a request to parents/legal guardians, to transport offending participants from the premises, and the parents/legal guardians shall immediately comply with the request.

I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL
CONTAINED IN THIS AGREEMENT

Participant’s Signature                                                                                                                         Date                                     

Parent/Legal Guardian Signature                                                                                                      Date                     

Use of Image Waiver

Attendee Form

Please carefully read and sign this form for the 2014 Youth Rally and Mass for Life.

‘Through my own and/or my child’s acceptance and use of the ticket to enter and attend the 2014 Youth Rally and Mass for Life, I hereby grant the Archdiocese of Washington permission to use my own and/or my child’s image and likeness in any television broadcast, photograph, video, internet site, audio-recording, and in any and all of its publications, including website entries (collectively “promotional materials”) without payment or any other consideration. I understand and agree that these promotional materials will become the property of the Archdiocese of Washington and will not be returned. I hereby irrevocably authorize the Archdiocese of Washington to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish or distribute my own/my child’s image or likeness for purposes of publicizing or promoting the Archdiocese of Washington’s programs or for any other lawful purpose. In addition, I waive the right to inspect or approve the finished product, including written or electronic copy, wherein my own/my child’s likeness appears. Additionally, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the promotional materials. I hereby hold harmless and release and forever discharge the Archdiocese of Washington from all claims, demands, and causes of action which I, my heirs, representatives, executors, administrators, or any other persons acting on my behalf, my child’s behalf, or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization.’

___________________________________________

Name/Child Name

___________________________________________

Signature/Parent-Guardian Signature

___________________________________________

Parish/Group Name

___________________________________________

(Arch)Diocese

__________________________

Date

There is no RollerChairBall this week 9/15/13! We are asking teens to go to St. Gabriel Radio to help answer phones for their Spirit Drive!

Hey TEENS!!!!

Would you be willing to help me with providing some feedback about the SJOA Youth Group? I want to include this survey in the weekly bulletin with your answers featured to help invite new teens to the programs. So whether you are a graduated member who is now in college or a current high school teen please take just a few minutes to seriously answer these questions. If your experience with SJOA YM means/meant anything to you then your witness will bring many other teens to Our Lord.

Here are the questions just answer the ones that apply to you. Please take this seriously and be “friendly and inviting” in your descriptions and answers. Thank you so much! It will take just a few minutes of your time but it could make an eternal difference to a teen at SJOA or in the Powell area. God bless you all!

Michael A. Barone

Director of Youth Ministry

SJOA Catholic Church

1.       What was/is your favorite thing about TrueLife or St. Joan of Arc Youth group?

2.       What was/is your favorite program and why? RCB, DTS, Teen Bible Study, Teen Eucharistic Adoration,  Bingo, Podcasting, Life Nights, Coffee Houses, Movie Nights, Parish Festival, Parish Picnic, Memorial Day Parade, Carey Ohio Pilgrimage, Other_____________.

3.       What would you say to a teen who might be skeptical about coming to the events?

4.       How would you invite a friend who was not Catholic? What would you say?

5.       Describe something that really meant a lot to you that you experience at SJOA YM_______

6.       What is your favorite memory of SJOA YM___________?

7.       How do you feel you grow/grew closer to Jesus Christ through SJOAYM?

8.       What would you say to a parent who has a teen who is resistant to come to our YM programs?

9.       What is one thing you learned about our faith that has really stuck with you?

10.       Do you think you are a happier person for being part of SJOAYM?

Please answer as many of these questions as you can and please email them back to me at

herringbone777@live.com or Herringbone@columbus.rr.com This will only take a few minutes of your time but it will be a huge help to me and the YM team. God bless you all for being a part of our lives!

Yours in Christ!

Michael A. Barone