Faith Sharing
Middle School and High School youth meet the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month to discuss their faith. We gather together but
separate into grade specific groups to discuss topics.
Our topics are based on the Liturgical calendar which means we focus on the readings
and Gospel each time we meet. We also cover current events and specific church teachings during the year.
Sacrament Preparation
Teens may also prepare for sacraments in our Youth Ministry program including Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation. Teens preparing for
things sacraments meet during regularly scheduled Faith Formation sessions. Teens preparing for Reconciliation and Eucharist participate in
additional educational sessions.
Youth interested in preparing for any Sacrament must be active in Youth Ministry or our Parish School of
Religion for at least one year prior to preparing. Confirmation normally takes place during the sophomore year at St. Mark’s.
Trips
St. Mark’s teens participate in two semiannual conferences – the Kansas City Youth Conference (KCYC) and the National Catholic Youth Conference
(NCYC). Middle School and High School students can also participate in summer mission trips.
Service Projects
We participate in a wide variety of service projects including but not limited to St. James Soup Kitchen, Habitat for Humanity, Spofford House,
Sisters of St. Francis and Harvesters. Teens also participate in ministries at St. Mark’s like the choir, ushering and helping with PSR.
Social Activities
We gather for a number of social activities including an annual Lock-In, bowling, comedy clubs, Worlds of Fun, Royals games, laser tag and many
other activities.
Youth Sponsored Parish Activities
Youth Ministry is also active at St. Mark’s by sponsoring activities throughout the year. Some of those activities include Shadow Stations of
the Cross, a golf tournament, a business Expo, and a Rummage Sale.