Youth Ministry


Faith Formation for youth in grades 6-12 happens in three subgroups. Below, you will find details on our Middle School and High School Formation programs, including class schedules and a link to register on WeShare.


We will have a middle school & high school retreat day

on Saturday March 29, 2025!

Please put this date on your family calendar.

Youth will be invited to attend a prayerful day of reflection and engaging activities -

intended to deeply connect them with God, self and one another.


Middle School Formation is for youth in grades 6-8. They will gather once monthly in the Adult Formation Room from 9 -10:15 am. 
In these sessions, we will focus on biblical knowledge, highlight Catholic traditions, and be attentive to the liturgical calendar regularly. These sessions will take place on the following dates: 

  • September 29
  • October 6
  • November 3
  • January 5
  • February 2
  • March 2
  • May 18

If your child is not a student at St. Sebastian School, but participates in the Formation program, they are then eligible to particpate on the school's athletic teams. If this is something of interest to your child, please contact Dillon Ambrose at dillonambrose@hotmail.com


Participation in Faith Formation includes family formation sessions. We request that families attend the six sessions found on the calendar. Parents are the first models of faith for their children. The ministry of parish Faith Formation is to serve families by providing fruitful opportunities for faith development as a whole family. Whole family catechesis benefits families and has the ability to connect parish and school families together. Thus, these events are open to all parish and school families. Look for details and directions to RSVP in the weeks ahead of each session.

  • Saturday, November 23 - Gratitude Family Event (10 am - Noon)

  • Monday, December 2 - Advent Family Event (5:30 - 7 pm)

  • Wednesday, February 5 - Wisdom in the Bible Family Event (5:30 - 7 pm)

  • Ash Wednesday, March 5th - Preparing for Lent Family Event (5 - 6:30 pm)

  • Palm Sunday, April 13th - Holy Week Family Event (11:30 am - 1:00 pm)

  • Sunday, May 11th - Mary, Praying the Rosary Family Event (9 - 10:15 am)

High School Faith Formation is for high Schoolers in grades 9-10 and they meet as one group. They gather once monthly in the Adult Formation Room from 4 - 5:30 pm. In these sessions, we will focus on biblical knowledge, highlight Catholic Social Teaching, reflect on their personal journeys of discipleship, and pay attention to the liturgical calendar regularly. These sessions will take place on the following dates:

  • September 29

  • October 6

  • November 3

  • January 5

  • February 2

  • March 2

  • May 18

Please note that it is MANDATORY that youth hoping to receive the sacrament of Confirmation in 11th or 12th grade, who do not attend a Catholic high school, to attend Faith Formation for two years prior, so they are able to participate in the sacramental preparation program.

Participation in Faith Formation includes family formation session. We request  that families attend the six sessions found on the calendar. Parents are the first models of faith for their children. The ministry of parish Faith Formation is to serve families by providing fruitful opportunities for faith development as a family. Whole family catechesis benefits families and has the ability to connect parish and school families together. Thus, these events are open to all parish and school families. Look for details and directions to RSVP in the weeks ahead of each session. 

Youth who are participating in High School Formation are expected to help implement these sessions. 

  • Saturday, November 23 - Gratitude Family Event (10am - Noon)

  • Monday, December 2 - Advent Family Event (5:30 - 7 pm)

  • Wednesday, February 5 - Wisdom in the Bible Family Event (5:30 - 7 pm)

  • Ash Wednesday, March 5 - Preparing for Lent Family Event (5 - 6:30 pm)

  • Palm Sunday, April 13 - Holy Week Family Event (11:30 am - 1 pm)

  • Sunday, May 11 - Mary, Praying the Rosary Family Event (9 - 10:15 am)


Please note!! High Schoolers in grades 11-12 are encouraged to journey through the program of sacramental preparation for Confirmation. Please note that this is a separate registration. 


NEW THIS YEAR!!

All youth in grades 6-12 will gather together once a month for Youth Liturgy of the Word. We will gather from 4 - 5:30pm in the Adult Formation Room. The group will then attend the 6 pm Mass, following formation of the Sunday’s readings. This Mass will be tailored to youth and they will be expected to participate in the various Mass ministries. 

This gathering will include a meal. We will use SignUpGenius for potluck for a few of the sessions, however, most often the meal will be provided. The youth will be asked to bring a personal beverage. These sessions require regular attendance by all youth in grades 6-12 for the successful completion of each catechetical program. Please contact Fr. Peter Patrick or Margaret Lee if you have any questions. Parents and siblings are encouraged to attend the 6 pm Mass. We encourage you to join us to witness the youth leadership during these Masses. Here are the dates for these sessions:

  • October 13

  • November 10

  • December 8

  • January 12

  • February 9

  • March 9

Rest assured, these sessions will not not interfere with watching the Packers.


Comprehensive youth ministry involves more than prayerful catechesis sessions. It involves the time, talent and treasure of the whole community. Please prayerfully consider helping serve the needs of our parish's youth. Here are the complete schedules for Middle School Formation and High School Formation.  


Middle School Formation Schedule


High School Formation Schedule


Contact Margaret Lee (414-453-1061 x 123 mlee@saintsebs.org), Minister for Faith Formation.


Register for Classes 

YOUTH MINISTRY


St. Sebastian & St. Catherine’s joint youth ministry program currently serves families with young people in grades 6-12. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive program that will empower them with an intellectual and relational understanding of Catholic discipleship, with the goal of helping teens have an intentional spirituality that grows their personal and communal relationship with God. Our parishes encourage ALL youth to participate in the catechesis program. We hope families take advantage of the ongoing faith formation through which adolescents and their families can live out their baptismal call within the life of the Church.

    • DISCIPLESHIP: to empower young people to live as disciples of Jesus Christ in our world today.
    • CONNECTION: to draw young people to responsible participation in the life, mission, and work of the Catholic faith community.
    • GIFTS AND GROWTH: to foster the total personal and spiritual growth of each young person.

    A comprehensive approach to these ministries employs eight components: Evangelization, Community Life, Justice & Service, Prayer & Worship, Leadership Development, Catechesis, Advocacy, and Pastoral Care. These components guide our efforts in proclaiming the Good News and living out the Mission to be the Body of Christ. When our ministry to youth and their families incorporates all eight of these components, we are effectively reaching the 3 Goals of Comprehensive Ministry.  


    September through May, we offer catechetical sessions for middle schoolers and high schoolers, as well as family formation sessions. In addition, as we look to expand the program, we are hoping to provide social and service activities, along with an annual retreat for both the middle school and high school groups.  


    We strive to offer faith formation, as an extension of formation happening within family. The vision of our formation program is that every family in the parish would attend the four family sessions that happen during the catechetical year. Each family program involves a fun activity, sharing in community, take-home resources for continued family engagement and learning.



  • The Middle School Youth Ministry for St. Catherine and St. Sebastian Parishes is focused on helping students in grades 6-8 grow intellectually in their faith. Catechesis for this age will be based on helping the youth understand the two foundations of all Catholic teachings, scripture and tradition.


    2024-25 Middle School Program Information



  • High School Youth Ministry for St. Catherine and St. Sebastian Parishes is focused on helping students in grades 9-10 grow spiritually in their faith. Through catechesis, participation in mass, socializing and community engagement, we strive to provide opportunities for young people to encounter and serve Jesus Christ. High School ministry will focus on teaching young people concrete ways to live out their faith, while guiding them to an understanding of how God is present in all things. We are committed to fostering a sense of self, by encouraging them to cultivate a personal relationship with God.


    2024-25 High School Program Information