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Youth ministry
Diocesan World Youth Day celebration
Thursday, July 21st, 2011 Description: Celebration will feature a live web broadcast of the World Youth Day celebration in Madrid, an open-air Mass with several priests of the diocese, and catechetical sessions with the Nashville Dominicans. Dinner and breakfast will be provided. Please register by Aug. 15. This event is open to high school students as well as young [...]... more
Youth ministry-Swimming for Seton Food Pantry
Thursday, June 16th, 2011 Description: There will be a pool party at Kingston Community Center for 8th through 12 grade youth benefitting the Seton Food Pantry. The admission price is a canned food item. Parish youth coordinators are asked to contact Ann Pio at Blessed Sacrament Church (865-882-9838) with a list of those attending the event no later than [...]... more
Tony Melendez concert at St. John Neumann
Thursday, April 28th, 2011 Description: Tony Melendez, a nationally known musician, will present a concert at St. John Neumann Church. Tickets are $5 in advance and $8 at the door. Please contact Al Forsythe, director of Youth Ministry for the Diocese of Knoxville, for more information. Place: St. John Neumann ChurchAddress: 645 St. John Court Knoxville, TN 37934 MapStart: Saturday, [...]... more
ENDOW high school girls retreat
Thursday, February 24th, 2011 Description: St. Mary Church in Oak Ridge is sponsoring and ENDOW high school girls retreat. Brigid Sweeney of ENDOW (Educating on the Nature and Dignity of Women) will be the presenter. Discussion topics will include foundational truths about personal dignity, Christian identity, and mission. Cost is $65 and includes meals, materials, and lodging. Please register [...]... more
God Camp-Dare to Dream
Wednesday, February 16th, 2011 Description: The Diocese of Knoxville offers a summer camp opportunity for rising 9th and 12th grade students at Harrison Bay State Park to meet youth their own age, explore nature, and discern what the will of God is for their lives. The camp will be at Harrison Bay State Park in the Chattanooga Deanery. This [...]... more
God Camp-Reach
Wednesday, February 16th, 2011 Description: The Diocese of Knoxville offers a summer camp opportunity for rising 7th and 8th grade students at Harrison Bay State Park to meet youth their own age, explore nature, and discern what the will of God is for their lives. The camp will be at Harrison Bay State Park in the Chattanooga Deanery. This [...]... more
God Camp-Discover
Wednesday, February 16th, 2011 Description: The Diocese of Knoxville offers a summer camp opportunity for rising 5th and 6th grade students at Harrison Bay State Park to meet youth their own age, explore nature, and discern what the will of God is for their lives. The camp will be at Harrison Bay State Park in the Chattanooga Deanery. This [...]... more
Let it Growl!
Wednesday, February 9th, 2011 Description: Let it Growl! is a 40-hour retreat for high school students involving fasting, praying, and service to homeless families. Youth will sleep in cardboard boxes on the OLPH property. A pancake breakfast by Knights of Columbus Council 6099 will be served after the 10 a.m. Mass at the close of the event. The cost [...]... more
Youth ministry–Spring music fest
Monday, January 24th, 2011 Description: St. Mary Church in Johnson City is sponsoring a Spring music fest featuring the music of Dante Schmitz. Proceeds from the concert will benefit both national and international mission work. The event will include a live concert, food, and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Families are welcome. Cost is $5 per person. Place: St. [...]... more
Sleepless! event for youth
Monday, January 24th, 2011 Description: The annual Sleepless! youth event will be held at the Pigeon Forge Community Center. Activities include swimming, ultimate Frisbee, bowling, racquetball, and as well as the opportunity for Mass and the sacrament of reconciliation. The event costs $25. Participants are asked to contact their parish youth ministers to register. Contact Deacon Dan Hosford for [...]... more
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