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Welcome to Fall Registration for the New Youth Programs!
We are so excited to roll out a new Teen program this fall!
Our hope is that the changes being implemented reflect the many requests that we have received in recent years. We are moving all teen programming to Sunday nights. We are reducing the number of teen nights for freshmen and sophomores, so that the time we have with them will be very focused on the topics laid out in our new curriculum. We are also thrilled to guide our juniors as they begin their journey with a new curriculum towards receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Making the faith come alive and relevant to their life.
We know that our teens are well-rounded with many high academic goals and competitive extracurricular activities. With this in mind, it is our goal to work with them and to support them, and show them how their faith can help create the balance they need to successfully achieve their academic and extracurricular goals. We don’t aim to compete as just another activity, but we aim to offer them solid, Catholic teachings that will help them understand things such as who they are and why they were created; how to manage themselves and recognize the beauty in true, authentic friendships; and most importantly, how to deepen their relationship, and have a personal encounter with, our Lord. It is our aim to meet them where they are and to reveal to them all the beauty our Catholic faith holds and how they too, can share and grow within it.
Parents are the first educators of their children.
It is also our aim to support you, the parents, in passing along this treasure of faith. We believe ourselves to be a partner with you in this mission. We ask you to help us, by making sure your child commits to attending every class. Their presence at each class is invaluable to us, their leaders, as well as to the other students within their small groups. In addition, each class is solidly packed with awesome information and activities that would be difficult to recreate in a make-up setting.
We also aim to provide you with all the necessary tools to journey with us in your child's learning. Our new curriculum includes you! We have booklets and online videos so that you may also follow along with us in our lessons. Our hope is that the discussions we have in our groups will carry into your home and you will be well-equipped to take them deeper. You will have full access to everything your child will be learning and discussing.
Catholic High School
To the Catholic high school 9th & 10th grade families, we acknowledge and support your commitment to Catholic education and the absolute blessing that it is. While we are aware that your child is receiving a solid, faith education each day, we still invite you to commit to the 9th & 10th grade program as well. Their junior year they will be required to do their Confirmation prep with us.
Small Groups
The 9th grade YOU program will dive deep into the Theology of the Body. The Chosen program we are using begins sophomore year and will continue with Sacrament prep into their junior year. We can offer your child an opportunity to go even deeper within the small groups that they will be a part of, and to build friendships and connections within our parish communities helping them to realize the impact they have on others. We witness that when the teens break into their small groups they build strong relationships with each other, which naturally allows for them to grow personally as well as together as a group. The small groups that thrive and have fun are those that put in the time and make a commitment to themselves and their group.
To download and save a PDF of the program information on this page, please click here.
For the instructions on how to register online, click here.
Freshmen Program
Freshmen Curriculum: You. Life, Love, and the Theology of the Body (Ascension Press)
When: Sunday 6:30pm-8pm (12 classes)
Where: St. Monica Parish - Church/Donovan Hall
Important Dates: October 2, Mandatory Orientation for Parents/Students; October 16, First Class
Freshmen parents are highly encouraged to watch this video
9th & 10th Grade Teen Night Calendar (22-23)
Sophomore Program
Sophomore: Chosen - Part One of the Journey to Confirmation (Ascension Press)
When: Sunday 6:30pm-8pm (12 classes)
Where: St. Monica Parish - Church/Donovan Hall
Important Dates: October 2, Mandatory Orientation for Parents/Students; October 16, First Class
Sophomore & Junior parents are encouraged to watch this intro program to Chosen.
Parent Video
9th & 10th Grade Teen Night Calendar (22-23)
Junior Year Confirmation Program
When: Sunday 6:30pm-8pm
Where: St. Monica Parish - Church/Donovan Hall
Important Dates: October 9, Mandatory orientation for parents/students; October 23, First Class; December 4th, Sponsor Night; May 13, 2023, Confirmation at St. Monica’s
Junior parents are encouraged to watch the Chosen intro video.
Parent Video
Junior Year Confirmation Calendar (22-23)
Confirmation Requirements:
Candidates and at least one parent must attend our Orientation or make an appointment with Joyce Swietlik.
In the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, Confirmation is celebrated at approximately the age of 16 or when candidates are in the 11th grade. Summer Confirmation prepares the Sophomore to be Confirmed by the beginning of their Junior Year.
We ask that students (and their families) are striving to commit to their faith in an authentic way by developing regular prayer habits, attending Mass regularly, and have a desire to continue to grow within the Catholic Church.
Parents may decide for their children that they will be instructed for Confirmation, however, the decision to be Confirmed rests with the young person. The Candidate must be willing to take ownership of their faith and their commitment to the preparation and make the final YES to being Confirmed.
Candidates agree to be present and to be an active participant in their small group, during prayer, discussions, and talks.
Candidates agree to be ON TIME! They are expected to be present for the entire class. Arriving late or leaving early without prior consent from Joyce Swietlik will result in a forfeiture of the small group and require the class to be made up.
Candidates need to choose a Sponsor and commit to meeting with them at least three times.
Candidates agree to attend the STME Confirmation Retreat or an approved alternative.
Candidates agree to doing a minimum of 5 service events. At least 2 of these events must be in service of the Parishes.
YOUTH MINISTRY VOLUNTEERS AND SMALL GROUP LEADERS
Teens are awesome and amazing to work with and it is more important than ever to make ourselves available to them. If you are feeling called to help our Youth, please reach out to Joyce Swietlik to find out more information. The benefits are heavenly! Plus we have a lot of fun and share many laughs along the way. There are many ways you can help out. If you would like to become a Small Group Leader we have training videos and guides that are incredibly helpful and the curriculum is well laid out for you. As a Small Group Leader, you will also receive free tuition for all the children in your family!
SAFE ENVIRONMENT
St. Eugene and St. Monica Parishes are committed to providing a safe environment for all. In compliance with the Archdiocese of Milwaukee and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, all volunteers over the age of 18 MUST attend a (free, one-time) Safe Environment Education Session, pass a criminal background check and read and sign the Code of Ethical Standards for Church Leaders.
In addition, it is our goal to have ALL parents attend this class to increase awareness and safety. This would also qualify parents to volunteer with child and youth ministry in any capacity. To register for a class, please go to www.archmil.org/offices/safe-environment.htm
TUITION
Registration through September 15 - $225 per student with a maximum of $675 per parish family.
LATE FEE for Registration after September 15 - $250 per student with a maximum of $750 per parish family.
$350 per student for Non-Parish Families.
If you have more than three children enrolled in any of our STME Faith Formation programs (Sunday School, Middle School, Teen Night, and Confirmation) you are eligible for a discount. Please contact Annette O’Brien before making a payment if this applies to you.
Retreat Fees: St. Monica parishioners' retreat fees will be collected at a later date. St. Eugene parishioners will have their retreat fees paid by funds collected from the Faith in Our Future capital campaign in 2009.
** Small Group Leaders/Catechists receive free tuition for all children in their family! No need to fill out the payment form. This will be approved by Joyce Swietlik.
Please do not let inability to pay prevent you from participating. Payment plans and scholarships are available. If you need tuition assistance, please contact Joyce Swietlik.
For Instructions for How to Register for Classes, click here.
Parish Registration: If you are new to St. Eugene and St. Monica – Welcome! Please begin the parish registration process by filling out the online form. We will contact you to complete parish registration so you can then register for classes.
St. Eugene Parish New Membership Registration
St. Monica Parish New Membership Registration
Only AFTER you register your child for Parish Soft classes, please pay the tuition & fees using the button below.
We want you to know that we look forward to partnering with you in teaching your child(ren) the entire Catholic faith in all its richness and vitality. We encourage an open and honest dialog so we may all come to know the truth of Christ in all its richness and beauty.
QUESTIONS????
Joyce Swietlik, Associate Director of Christian Formation
414.420.6165 jswietlik@stme.church
Nick Dhein, Seminarian Advisor
414.420.6177 ndhein@stme.church
Annette O'Brien, CYM Administrative Assistant - Confirmation
414.420.6171 aobrien@stme.church
Juliette Anderson, CYM Administrative Assistant - Teen Nights
414.420.6168 janderson@stme.church
Youth Ministry Hub
STME Ministry Center
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Whitefish Bay, WI 53217
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