Middle School

Makenzie Conner
Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Minstry
 (616) 935-8739
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Middle school faith formation offers opportunities to foster personal relationships with Jesus Christ in ways that best relate to 7th & 8th grade youth. This ministry is relational in nature, as teens are beginning to understand, question, and take ownership of their faith. There are a variety of activities available for participation, including: faith formation, retreats, social events, & First Priority at their school. 

If you have any questions, please reach out to Makenzie.

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7th & 8th Grade

Confirmation Preparation
Confirmation Preparation Tuesday Nights 7:00 – 8:30 PM in Youth Center

At. St. Patrick – St. Anthony Parish Confirmation preparation is a two year journey starting in 7th grade. If your student is seeking Confirmation after 8th grade please contact Makenzie Conner, Confirmation Coordinator, mconner@stpatsgh.org

Off Campus Permission Form
Registration Form
Faith Formation Payment Link
Parish Database Form
7th & 8th Grade Registration Letter.docxDownload

7th & 8th Grade Confirmation Prep

Confirmation Name Worksheet
Sponsor (Parishioner) Info Form
Sponsor (Visitor) Info Form
Confirmation Guidebook for Parents

8th Grade Confirmation Retreat: January 13, 2023

Shine Youth Rally: 5th-8th Grade: March 24, 2023

Sign Up to Volunteers
Safe Environment Training (Virtus) for Volunteers
Standards of Ministerial Behavior

Faith Formation Adult Volunteer

Adult volunteers attend faith formation on a regular basis and can help in various ways. The most common role is that of a small group leader. Small group leaders are assigned to a group of students and facilitate conversation about the topic of the night. Small group leaders are also asked to build meaningful, Christ centered relationships and invest in the lives of the middle schoolers. Other ways adult volunteers can help is by assisting with check-in, arranging and setting up snacks, and lending an extra hand during social activities and events.

Please fill out the registration form if you are interested in volunteering part-time for 7th & 8th grade or the substitute list in case we need small group leaders. There are also sign-up links for part-time positions such as sign up helpers, parking lot attendants, snack providers, and prayer team. Without your help we can’t do what we do so I really appreciate it! 

If you haven’t already, please use the Safe Environment Training for Volunteers button to make sure you are certified by the Diocese, and then follow up with Mellan Hansen at mellanhansen@stpatsgh.org.

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Here are some highlights from our Faith Formation events this year.