Welcome to the Office of Youth Ministries in the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts!
We are here to support the young people of the Diocese of Massachusetts and the Episcopal Church through formation, fellowship and resource sharing. Our mission not only extends to Episcopal youth, but also to their mentors, families, congregations and communities. Our seeking of God in Christ is impossible without the energy and creativity of the young people in our parish families, and our goal is to support those who support and love the young people around them. We believe in the sacred witness of the transforming power of this love, and the hope which surrounds all of our children and youth.
What does the Office for Youth Ministry do?
We provide fellowship gatherings four times a year for youth (Jr. High, High School and Pre-Confirmation Retreats). We run the Diocesan Youth Council, the youth body from all over the diocese that represents youth at Diocesan Convention and runs the youth retreats. We provide training and support for parishes and individuals who work with youth. We offer a 14-month Youth Leadership Academy for rising 9th and 10th graders during the school year. We support and run programs through the Barbara C. Harris Camp and Conference Center in Greenfield, N.H., every summer.
What's Going On In the Diocese?
Diocesan Youth Council Applications for 2010-2011!
Below, please find the applications and program details for the Diocesan Youth Council. More information about the Diocesan Youth Council can be found under 'Diocesan Youth Programs' above. Applications are DUE into the Office of Youth Ministries by SEPTEMBER 7, 2010. If you have any questions, feel free to be in touch with the Rev. Kit Lonergan, Director of Youth Ministries.
Youth Leadership Academy 2010-2011!
Youth Leadership Academy is open for rising 9th and 10th graders this year who were not able to attend the Barbara C. Harris Camp YLA Week this summer. You can find a description of the program under 'Diocesan Youth Programs' above, and applications for NON-CAMP YLA, as well as a description of the program, are below!
2010-2011 YLA NON-CAMP Application
If you have any questions, feel free to be in touch with the Rev. Kit Lonergan: klonergan@diomass.org (emails are easier for her to be in touch with you this summer)
