Youth Formation

Save the Date:

Epiphany’s Youth will be in Appalachia June 23 through June 26 to work with Hand in Hand Ministries on projects that help the rural poor with housing repair and other tasks. Interested adults should contact Therese by email or 245-9733, X-14. The fee is $250.00 per person.

As you clean and clear clutter for 2013, we are looking for your help. If you have any new or used Children’s Books for Elementary School children (K-5th) and would like to share them with local children who do not have the privilege of owning their own books, we will collect them at weekend liturgies from now until Jan. 27.

When the Furtado brothers first visited Epiphany, at ages 10 and 11, they were asked to carry up gifts at offertory. The young men were most appreciative of the honor and the welcome inclusion into the liturgy. Since that initial visit, they and their parents have joined the parish, developed a special appreciation for the community, and found unique ways to bestow their gifts and talents upon Epiphany.

Active in Boy Scouts, Winston and Wilfred, set their sights upon achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. In order to accomplish this, they worked with their leaders at Troop 321, each earning a minimum of 21 merit badges, demonstrating proficiency in areas ranging from first aid to citizenship to environmental science. As one aspect of the requirements for Eagle Scout, young men must perform a community project. Both Winston and Wilfred wished to perform such service at Epiphany.

The Church of Epiphany is seeking a full-time Youth Minister to lead the Junior and Senior High youth groups and confirmation. A successful candidate will be organized, creative & have excellent communication skills.  The candidate will preferably have experience with music ministry.  This is a full-time, church staff positiion with benefits.

Appalachia Mission Trip

In June, 28 members of Epiphany and Youth Group spent a week in Auxier, KY working with Hand In Hand helping in housing and community projects.  Tasks ranged from installing to metal roof, putting in new windows, plumbing, insulation, carpeting, drywalling, painting, framing, gardening, to water testing.  While the group spent the day either on a hot roof, un-air conditioned room, or under a trailer, they spent the evenings swimming, singing karaoke, and playing in the park across from the center.