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  • Home
  • Who We Are
    • Community Leadership
    • Community Life
    • Contact Us
    • Faith Formation
    • Friends of Saint Bonaventure
    • New Here?
    • Our History
    • Our Patron Saint
    • Parish Staff
    • Safe Environment
    • Youth Ministry
  • Liturgy & Sacraments
    • Funerals
    • Homilies
    • Mass Schedule
    • Music at Mass
    • Sacraments
    • Serving at Mass
    • Weddings
  • Care & Support
    • Adoration
    • Church Environment
    • Community Resources
    • Health and Wellness
    • Hospitality
    • Justice & Charity
    • Pastoral Care
    • Prayer
  • Events
    • ALIVE! Events
    • Craft Boutique
    • Fall Festival
    • Farewell to the Friars
    • Feast of St. Bonaventure Picnic
    • Fish Dinners
    • Garage Sale
    • Seniors' Christmas Luncheon
    • Synod
    • Volunteer Appreciation Dinner

Youth Ministry


Youth Minister: 
Jenna Pepka
952-297-8414

jennap@saintbonaventure.org 

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CORE Team
CORE team is a group of high school teens (8th-12th) & adults who come together to serve our community. We hold monthly meetings to discuss and execute events for Youth Ministry. CORE Team is a chance to grow as a leader, establish strong friendships, and how to authentically live out the Catholic faith. CORE team members must complete Essential 3 (E3) Requirements before serving.

When: First Sunday of the month, 5:30-7 p.m. (September– May)
Where: Youth Room 
Application

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Catholic Youth Summer Camp 2022
Catholic Youth Summer Camp  is a summer camp with lots of fun activities and games in addition to many opportunities to encounter our Catholic faith. There are a limited number of spots expected to fill up fast, so coordinate the best date with your friend and get registered. Learn more through their Frequently Asked Questions for CYSC Northwoods 2022 document.
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​Cost: $495, $248 for parishioners
Through the financial generosity of our parishioners, we can cover 50% of the cost of attending camp for our parish families. Our community offers this discount to encourage as many kids as possible to experience the blessings of attending camp. Please register with the $150 down payment to secure your spot and contact Rebecca Northup, 952-297-8424, rebeccan@saintbonaventure.org no later than May 15 so we can credit your account with Damascus.

When: High School Youth (completed 9th-12th grade): July 3-8 
                 Middle School Youth (completed 6th-8th grade): Dates available from mid-June through the beginning of August.
Where: Trego, WI
Register
For more registration assistance or scholarships, contact Damascus Catholic Mission Campus: 740-480-1288, info@damascus.net
Monday-Friday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. or Saturday-Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday Night Alive
Saturday Night Alive is a night of fun and faith for youth grades 6th-12th led by our CORE Team. These nights include pizza and beverages, games, teaching, and prayer. Bring friends!

When: Saturday, June 4, 6-9 p.m. 
Mass at 4:30 p.m., Pizza, Games, and Adoration from 6-9 p.m.
Sign Up

Summer Youth Group
Summer Youth Group is a weekly event for our youth to come together and have fun during the summer! There will be snacks, games, fun, and community. Grades 6-12 are welcome to come and have a good time! Please fill out our permission form before attending - you only need to fill out the form once.
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When: Tuesdays, 5-7 p.m.  (Not meeting on June 21 and July 5)
Where: Youth Room 
Permission Form

Teen Summer Bible Study
Teen Summer Bible Study is an event for high schoolers to come together to build a relationship with the Lord by reading scripture. This event is a time to envelop yourself in the bible to better understand God's word. Grades 9-12 are welcome to come and have a good time! Please fill out our permission form before attending - you only need to fill out the form once.

When: Thursdays, 6-7 p.m. (Not meeting on June 23 and July 7)
Where: Youth Room
Permission Form

Archdiocesan Youth Day  
Archdiocesan Youth Day (AYD) is an annual gathering of High School Youth in the St. Paul & Minneapolis Archdiocese. Youth have the opportunity to hear from nationally-renowned speakers, participate in the sacraments, and grow in faith and connection with young people from across the diocese. 

When: October
Where: Mary Mother of the Church, Burnsville MN​

Middle School Archdiocesan Youth Day  
Archdiocesan Youth Day (AYD) is an annual gathering of Middle School Youth in the St. Paul & Minneapolis Archdiocese. Youth have the opportunity to hear from nationally-renowned speakers, participate in the sacraments, and grow in faith and connection with young people from across the diocese. 

When: April
Where: Mary Mother of the Church, Burnsville MN​

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Saint Bonaventure Scholarship
The Saint Bonaventure Scholarship honors high school seniors for their academic excellence and their contributions to our parish and the community. Our scholarship program was founded by an endowment from former parishioners Ed and Rita Pidde in 2000 and has continued to grow through the generosity of our community at Saint Bonaventure. 

Each year two $1,000 scholarships are awarded to graduating high school senior parishioners. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA or higher, be a senior in High School, and an active member of Saint Bonaventure and in the community. Scholarships will be awarded in June and may be used for college, university, or technical college. Applications are to be completed and returned to the Parish Office by Friday, May 27.
Application

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Saint Bonaventure Catholic Community
901 East 90th Street
Bloomington, MN 55420-3801
Phone: 952-854-4733

Email: office@saintbonaventure.org