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Youth & Families Volunteer Inquiry - Youth
Dear young brother or sister in Christ, thank you for your interest in volunteering with our youth and family programs! Our ministry is growing and we need you!
Because our ministries are entrusted with the formation of young people and families in the faith, many of our volunteer positions require that our volunteers be practicing baptized Catholics in good standing with the Church, who can profess belief in all the official teachings of the Catholic Church. If this description does not fit you, still reach out! We might be able to find a volunteering position that fits both your gifts and the needs of our ministries.
Please note all of our youth and family ministry volunteering positions for youth require filling out Diocesan Safety Protocol documentation and a brief conversation to determine which position is the best match.
Catechism classes are held Sundays 10 am to 11 am at Sr. Catherine Steele Center. We also have a variety of groups, as well as events happening throughout the year.
Please tell us about yourself and what areas of ministry you would like to help out with.
Would you be interested in sharing your time and talent to serve the Lord and community in any of the following youth volunteer capacities? Training can be provided for all positions, after a suitability assessment. "The Lord does not call the qualified, He qualifies the called."
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Lector at Mass (proficiency and fluency in reading required)
Usher at Mass
Altar Server
Special events - catering / hospitality / receptions for Sacraments
Special events - set up / decorating / flowers
Special events - music for liturgy / retreats / events
Special events - recreation / crafts / activities
Special events - liturgy ushering
Special events - child minding (for parents to be able to attend)
Prayer team (dedicated to praying for the youth and volunteers)
For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." Ephesians 2:10
First Name
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Middle Name(s)
Last Name
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Preferred Name or Nickname
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Age Range
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6 - 8
10 - 12
13 - 14
15 - 17
A well-grounded volunteering team is comprised of people all ages! Everyone has gifts to contribute!
Gender
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Male
Female
What grade are you in?
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Select an option
Gr 1
Gr 2
Gr 3
Gr 4
Gr 5
Gr 6
Gr 7
Gr 8
Gr 9
Gr 10
Gr 11
Gr 12
Please select from the drop-down menu.
Please check off the sacraments that you have ALREADY received
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Baptism
1st Reconciliation
1st Holy Communion
Confirmation
None of the above
Please check off the sacraments that you are preparing to receive THIS LITURGICAL YEAR, if any
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Baptism
1st Reconciliation
1st Holy Communion
Confirmation
None of the above
Special Notes (allergies, medical concerns, or other special considerations)
Please select if you will be registering for Catechism/Religious Education this year.
Home Address
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City/Town/Village
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Province
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Postal Code
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Home Phone
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Cell Phone
Email of Parent/Guardian Email
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Which Sunday Mass do you regularly attend?
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Saturday night Vigil
Sunday 9 am
Sunday 11:10 am
I attend Sunday Mass at a different Catholic Church
None of the above
Please tell us a little about yourself and why you would like to volunteer with us.
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Tell us a little about your prayer life and your relationship with God.
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Please fill the contact information below for your parents or guardians. You must enter the contact information for at least one, and obtain their consent below to participate.
Parent 1 First & Last Name (Preferred Name in parenthesis, if desired)
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Parent 1 Relationship to Child
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Parent 1 Religious Denomination
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Parent 1 Home Phone
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Parent 1 Cell Phone
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Parent 1 Email
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Parent 2 First & Last Name (Preferred Name in parenthesis, if desired)
Parent 2 Relationship to Child
Parent 2 Religious Denomination
Parent 2 Home Phone
Parent 2 Cell Phone
Parent 2 Email
Photos & Videos Permission
Occasionally photos and videos may be taken during events and be used or published on Our Lady of Lourdes promotional material, including our website and Facebook page. Please indicate if you give permission for photos or videos taken of your child to be published as stated above.
Parents/Guardians - Please indicate your consent
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I consent to photos and videos of my child being published on the parish communications.
I DO NOT consent to photos and videos of my child being published on the parish communications.
Attendance and Faith Life at Home
As Catholic volunteers helping people grow closer to Christ, we are held to a high standard of faith, morality and practice, as we are the face of Christ to others. As such, it is vital for us to continue to grow in our relationship with the Lord and practice our Faith on a day-to-day basis. We are here to help, and are happy to provide you with resources to assist you and your family to grow closer to God. Most importantly, though, daily prayer and Scripture reading, weekly Mass attendance, and monthly confession are vital for you and your family to grow in your relationship with God and to be good witnesses to those we serve. If you have any questions or if there is any way in which we can help, please let us know!
I acknowledge that as as a Catholic volunteer, it is my responsibility to grow and maintain a close relationship with God. As such, I commit to praying daily, attending Mass on Sundays, seeking the Sacrament of Confession regularly (monthly is suggested), giving exemplary moral witness inside and outside the church, and faithfully fulfilling my duties as a volunteer.
Parents/Guardians - I acknowledge that as as a Catholic volunteer, it is my child's responsibility to grow and maintain a close relationship with God, and that as his/her primary educator, it is my responsibility to take the lead and assist him/her in this endeavor. As such, I commit to praying daily individually and as a family, ensuring my child is able to attend Mass on Sundays, bringing him/her to receive the Sacrament of Confession regularly (monthly is suggested), ensuring he/she is giving exemplary moral witness inside and outside the church, and helping him/her to faithfully fulfill his/her duties as a volunteer.
Rules and Liability Agreement
I agree to abide by the rules & regulations stated by Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, including the stipulation that bullying, gossip, and speaking against Church Teaching are NOT permitted. I understand that if I fail to comply with these rules & regulations, it may result in dismissal from any and all volunteering positions, events, and programs.
I also agree to release Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, all volunteers, chaperones and staff of any liability in the case of any accident that may occur as a result of my participation in its programs and events.
Parents/Guardians - My ratify that child agrees to abide by the rules & regulations stated by Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, including the stipulation that bullying, gossip, and speaking against Church Teaching are NOT permitted. I understand that if my child fails to comply with these rules & regulations, it may result in dismissal from any and all volunteering positions, events, and programs.
Parents/Guardians - I also agree to release Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, all volunteers, chaperones and staff of any liability in the case of any accident that may occur as a result of my child's participation in its programs and events.
Thank you! After submitting this form you will be redirected to our youth and family ministries page, in case you would like to submit a form for another member of your family. God bless!
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First Saturday Mass at 9 am this week
Come honour Our Lady and participate in the First Saturdays devotion.
Registration for Children and Youth Catechesis now available!
Classes will begin Sunday, October 26, 2025. Click here to visit our Children, Youth & Families page and register online!
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