Young people are an important and integral part of our parish community, and represent the future stewards of the faith and of our church.  The Saint Mary Middle Youth Program goals are:

• Promote maturation in the Catholic faith
• Encourage a sense of belonging in the parish community
• Aid the youth in discovering their own special gifts and talents
• Continue education about the Catholic faith and its practices
• Engage in service to reach out to help those less fortunate

We affirm the gifts of our youth and we foster opportunities for young people to share their gifts with the larger community. The spiritual and social needs of the youth are to be met with the committed guidance and support of our adult team. The adults and youth are therefore provided with the opportunity to grow together in our faith.

Through a variety of programs, events, and service projects, we seek to draw young people into responsible participation in the life, work, and mission of the parish community. We believe this ministry is to, with, by, and for young people and is a blessing for the entire community.

We typically meet on the first and third Sunday of the month throughout the school year from 7:00 to 8:30pm in Peace Hall. All youth in grades 6th, 7th, and 8th of the parish are encouraged to attend.
For a complete schedule of upcoming events or more information, please visit our webpage at: http://stmarymiddleschool.shutterfly.com/   Or contact Maureen at stmarys678@comcast.net or through the Youth Office at 304-599-1996.

“Do not let anyone look down on you because you are young,
but be an example for the believers in your speech,
your conduct, your love, faith, and purity.”
                                                                           1 Timothy 4:12