'Sir, we would like to see Jesus.'"
John 12:21
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Growing Strong in Faith, Giving Glory to God
Welcome to SPY (St. Philip Youth) – we’re glad you’re here! The mission of SPY is to help the young people of our parish (grades 6th through 12th) encounter Christ and become lifelong disciples . In a world that's constantly changing, we put our trust and hope in Christ, who is "the Way, the Truth, and the Life." (Jn 14:6) Can we let the TRUTH set us free? Can we DARE to live for Him? Absolutely. With God, we can!
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6th-8th
[SPY MS Formation]
- SPY MS sessions are held in-person and take place on most Wednesday evenings during the school year from 5:15PM-6:15PM downstairs in St. Joseph's Hall. Each session includes fellowship, activities, and an encouraging lesson applicable to middle school youth.
FALL 2022 SPY MS Sessions: 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/19, 10/26, 11/9, 11/16, 11/30, 12/14
SPRING 2023 SPY MS Sessions: 1/11, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 3/1, 3/8, 3/22, 3/29, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17
If your middle school child has not received Baptism, First Penance, and/or First Communion, please contact Matt Gill.
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9th-12th
SPY has various opportunites for high school youth to encounter Christ on a weekly basis, as listed below.
[SPY HS Formation]- SPY HS is held downstairs in St. Joseph's Hall from 7:15PM-8:15PM on Wednesday evenings. Each meeting includes time for fellowship, activities, and an encouraging lesson for high school teens.
FALL 2022 SPY HS Sessions: 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/19, 10/26, 11/9, 11/16, 11/30, 12/14
SPRING 2023 SPY HS Sessions: 1/11, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 3/1, 3/8, 3/22, 3/29, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17
[SMALL GROUP FORMAT]
- HS Discipleship Groups are for high school teens who desire to dive deeper in faith. These groups are ideal for HS teens who are open to being mentored by adult leaders in a small community of faith with like-minded peers. Discipleship Groups meet weekly year-round and schedules vary based on each Discipleship Group. For information on joining a Discipleship Group, contact Victoria.
If your high school teen has not received Baptism, First Penance, and/or First Communion, please contact Matt Gill.
**Ages 13 & younger are taught a similar lesson by their parent/guardian. Contact Carolyn for more information.**Looking for HS Confirmation? Click here!
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Home Study Options
For SPY families who would like their children to receive Formation exclusively at home, we have two options to consider. If you'd like to discuss these two options to determine the best choice for your child, please contact Victoria Hamaty.
[Home Study Options]
- Chosen: This is Your Catholic Faith is an excellent curriculum produced by Ascension Press. It features many of the top Catholic speakers in the world today and has engaging videos filmed in over 50 locations! Chosen presents topics from the existence of God to the communion of Saints. You may learn more by clicking here.
- My Catholic Faith Delivered is reasonably priced and offers a multitude of various topics and courses for grades 1-12. Each lesson includes an introduction, a video, and short quiz to help students retain what they've learned. You may learn more by clicking here.
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Giving Back
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Youth Volunteers (7th-12th)
HELP WITH MASS
Youth can help serve Mass in one of these awesome ways...as an usher, lector, altar server, or extraordinary minister of Holy Communion (if you've received Confirmation).
PRESCHOOL/ELEMENTARY HELPER
Youth can share their faith while serving as volunteers for Elementary Formation or Catholic Camp.
SHARE YOUR MUSICAL GIFTS
Youth can join the choir! No experience is necessary, just a willingness to learn and the commitment to be at choir rehearsals and Mass.
ADDITIONAL SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
Throughout the year, there are various service opportunites that present themselves. Each service oportunity will be shared with registered SPY families to notify those interested in participating.
**SAFE ENVIRONMENT POLICIES**
Any youth in grades 7th-12th, having contact with children and/or other youth through these various volunteer roles are required to fulfill the Diocese of Fort Worth's Safe Environment program for teens, Teen Leadership. This includes a Volunteer Ministry Application and attendance of their respective Safe Environment Awareness Session for their formation grade.
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SPY Adult Volunteers
INTERESTED IN SERVING MS YOUTH?
SPY MS sessions require the help of a Core Team group of adult volunteers. If you're interested in helping, here are the different roles you can serve in...
- Greeting Team: Welcome the youth to SPY MS with a friendly face and warm ‘hello!’ You will keep attendance and, at times, receive paperwork.
- Activity Team: Help plan and lead with other members of Core Team an interactive and fun activity to help the youth build relationships and enjoy their time.
- Devotional Team: If you have a special devotion, i.e., the Rosary, St. Joseph, etc., we invite you to share it with the youth. You will speak briefly on what your devotion is and why it’s meaningful to you.
INTERESTED IN SERVING HS YOUTH?
SPY HS sessions require the help of a Core Team group of adult volunteers. If you're interested in helping, here are the different roles you can serve in...
- Greeting Team: Welcome the youth to SPY HS with a friendly face and warm ‘hello!’ You will keep attendance and, at times, receive paperwork.
- Activity Team: Help plan and lead with other members of Core Team an interactive and fun activity to help the youth build relationships and enjoy their time.
- Devotional Team: If you have a special devotion, i.e., the Rosary, St. Joseph, etc., we invite you to share it with the youth. You will speak briefly on what your devotion is and why it’s meaningful to you.
HS Discipleship Groups are lead by two adult mentors. Scheduling dates and times for each group are unique and based on the schedule of that specific group's participants. If you are interested in mentoring high school teens in this unique and moving way, contact our Director of Discipleship, Victoria Hamaty.
**SAFE ENVIRONMENT POLICIES**
Anyone having contact with our children and youth in Formation is required to fulfill the Diocese of Fort Worth's Safe Environment program. This includes a Volunteer Ministry Application with references, a criminal background check, and attendance of a Safe Environment Awareness Session. After the initial session, volunteers must attend a renewal session every two years. Visit our Safe Environment page for more information.
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Contact Us
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Victoria Hamatyvictoriahstphilipcc.orgDirector of Discipleship (SPY) -
Maria Carreramcarrerastphilipcc.orgFormation Assistant (SPY)
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