Middle School Faith Formation
IGNITE (Grades 6-8)
IGNITE Grades 6-8
IGNITE is more than a class; it is a movement designed to spark a deeper love for Jesus Christ and His Church in the hearts of our 6th-8th graders. This is a unique and important season of life. Our young people are asking big questions: Who am I? Why am I here? Does God care about me? IGNITE will give them space to wrestle with those questions while being grounded in the truth of the Catholic faith. Using the YOUCAT (Youth Catechism) as our guide, students will not only learn what the Church teaches, but also why it matters in their lives today. Our hope is that IGNITE is a life-changing experience where our they encounter Jesus, grow in their Catholic faith and discover that they are called to live with purpose, joy and mission.
Each weekly session will include:
* Fellowship & Community - teens building real friendships rooted in faith.
* Engaging Teaching - thought-provoking lessons that challenge them to think deeply about their Catholic identity.
* Adoration & Prayer - time spent with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, learning to hear His voice.
* Small Groups - a safe space to discuss, question, and apply what they've learned.
* Mission Sending - challenges that inspire them to live their faith outside the parish walls.
Dates: We offer IGNITE in three trimesters on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00pm
* Session 1: September 10 - November 26
* Session 2: December 3 - March 11
* Session 3: March 18 - May 20
Cost: $30/session. You may sign up for one, two, or all three sessions. We recommend at least two sessions but would love to see your child for all three! Registration fee can be paid at attendance of first class or by going online to bit.ly/StBernardsIGNITE
Registration Link: bit.ly/StBIGNITERegistration
Contact:
tevia.strand@stbernardstrf.com
6th Grade: Studies the Encounter program - about the Bible Time Line
Meets every Wednesday from 6:30 - 7:30 pm
7th Grade: Studies the Ydisciple program from Formed.org & Connected by Ascension Press
8th Grade: Studies the Middle School Theology of the Body from Ascension Press
6:30 - 8:00 pm (7th & 8th grades alternate Wednesdays)
EXALT 6th through 8th graders and families are encouraged to attend EXALT monthly on Wednesday evenings. We begin supper at 5:45 pm, followed with an opportunity to spend time with Jesus in adoration and reconciliation. Small group discussions close the evening at 8:00pm. All are welcome!
Middle & High School Youth Group is open for students in grades 6-12. Click here for more information
Safe Environment
Safe Environment training program for our children and youth will be the program Circle of Grace. The goal of this program is to educate and empower children and young people to actively participate in a safe environment for themselves and others. Circle of Grace aims to equip children and young people by arming them with essential knowledge and skills grounded in the richness of our faith. This program helps them to understand their own (and other’s) dignity in mind, body, and spirit.
- Grade 6: Review Circle of Grace, Pieces of the Puzzle, Safe Relationships, Boundaries, Safety PLAAN
- Grade 7: Review Circle of Grace, Saying “No” to Disrespect: Honoring Everyone’s Circle of Grace, Honoring Relationships
- Grade 8: Review Circle of Grace, How to be Morally Responsible in Today’s Culture, Coping with Stress and Pressure
- Grades 6 & 7 will receive their Safe Environment training during their class times in October/November.
- Grade 8 will receive training on registration night. You will be emailed the presentation if your child is absent.
Please go over it with them and then contact Margaret Rasmussen when it is completed. If you have any questions on the Safe Environment or if you choose for your child to "opt out" from the training, please request and complete an "opt out" form.
Contact Margaret at margaret.rasmussen@stbernardstrf.com or (218) 681-3571.
Class Schedule
Remind for Grade 6
text @stb6gr to 218-631-8257
Remind for Grade 7
text @stb7gr to 218-631-8257
Remind for Grade 8
text @stb8gr to 218-631-8257