Early adolescence is a very critical and difficult time in a person’s life. The middle school years begin the process of transforming a child into an adult. They are not really children anymore, but they are not adults either. They are in a place we would call…The EDGE.
The EDGE is a Catholic centered youth ministry program aimed at these young adolescents. The EDGE is designed to meet their educational, spiritual, emotional, and social needs. As part of the Catholic Church’s mission to evangelize and spread the gospel message of Jesus Christ, middle school youth are encouraged to go out and bring their friends to The EDGE.
The large group youth ministry atmosphere of The EDGE creates an environment where the
youth are part of a large faith community. Their communal, spiritual, social and psychological
needs are met, along with catechesis and educating our middle school youth in the Catholic Faith.
The EDGE is offered on most Sunday evenings from 6:15-7:30pm, during the school year
immediately following the 5pm mass.
Many adults are needed to minister to these youths. Those who minister to middle school youth are in the seed planting business. The ministering adult has the opportunity to plant the seeds of Jesus’ love, hope, and peace. The adult has the chance to profoundly impact a middle school youngster’s spiritual and emotional development. This can leave a lasting and positive impression on the child that lasts well into adulthood. The opportunity for catechetical learning is woven throughout the program. Each session, including those focused on social and personal issues, provides an opportunity for Catholic teaching.
For further information, please contact Kelly Schreckenberger, Youth Minister, by email kschreck@saintlaw.org or by telephone, 770-963-8992, ext. 100.
No child is ever denied participation in any Youth Ministry program or event due to lack of funds. EDGERS are always welcome to bring friends to the program.
