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H.S. Peer Ministry 2023-2024 Year

- Faith Formation
Program Information for The Flock, GS H.S. Youth Ministry and J.H. Youth Ministry

Printable copy of the Archdiocese
Permission form for H.S. & J.H. on campus programs/events for June 1, 2023 to May 31, 2024.
Staff Contact
- Grace Curtis
  
  Coordinator of Youth Ministry
  
  513-489-8815 x737
  grace.curtisgood-shepherd.org

Peer Ministry Information
WHAT IS PEER MINISTRY?

It is a chance for you to:
- Take a next step in your relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church
- Use your gifts to plan and lead experiences for other teens
- Help make Good Shepherd a place where young people can encounter the Kingdom of God
WHO CAN BE A PEER MINISTER?

Anyone entering grades 11 and 12. Every applicant may not be accepted.

WHAT WILL THE PEER MINISTRY TEAM DO AT GOOD SHEPHERD?
- Plan and lead the annual Junior High retreat.
- Collaborate with the Jesuit Spiritual Center to lead the Confirmation retreats.
- Lead at least one Junior High 648 Night.
- Facilitate activities and prayer at H.S. Flock events throughout the year.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR A PEER MINISTER
- Attend at least two Peer Ministry Trainings (August 4, 2023; November 10, 2023; January 19, 2024; May 10, 2024).
- Attend planning meetings for retreats and events, as scheduled by the team.
- Commitment to deepening your personal relationship with God.
- Motivation to serve your peers out of heartfelt compassion and concern for God's people.
- A willingness to respectfully support and engage with all students.
- Be a positive role-model and witness to a life of faith inside and outside of Youth Ministry.
- Desire to grow in faith and/or discern a call to ministry.
Peer Ministry Application Form 2023-2024
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- High Schoolers...
  The form below should be completed by the high schooler who is applying to become a Peer Minister. The Peer Ministry Application form below.
  
  Parents...
  Parents of the high schooler applying should complete our year-long permission form.
- Students: LAST Name, FIRST Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
- Applicants Email REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter an email address.
- Grade Level (as of fall of 2023) REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
- School District REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
- T-Shirt Size REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
- Why do you want to join the Peer Ministry team? REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
- What skills or gifts do you bring to the team? (It’s not bragging, this is to see where you might best lead.) REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
- What do you think will be your biggest challenge being on the team? (You can’t say there won’t be any!) REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
- What are your other commitments this year (academic, social, etc.)? Will you realistically be able to commit to the Peer Ministry team alongside the other activities you’re involved in this year? REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
- Briefly describe your current relationship with God and your Catholic faith. Has a relationship with God made a difference in your life so far? If so, how? REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
- CODE OF BEHAVIOR
  
  As a Peer Minister, you are representing our parish throughout the school year and we expect you will represent us well. We expect that you will display mature and responsible behavior, which for many years has been the trademark of Catholic youth and adults of our diocese.
  
  Expectations:
  
  All participants are expected to demonstrate common courtesy and respect at all times. Inappropriate language/behavior will not be tolerated.
  
  Dress should reflect the value of modesty. Writing on clothing should reflect Christian values.
  
  The possession or consumption of any alcoholic beverage and/or possession/use of any illegal drug is not permitted.
  
  Smoking is not permitted.
  
  All participants are expected to fully participate in activities, be punctual for meetings and events, and communicate when they cannot attend something.
- I understand and agree to this Code of Behavior. I also understand and agree that at the time of an infraction requiring dismissal, I am responsible for my removal from the premises and any costs involved. If under the age of 18, I also understand and agree that my parents or guardian will be notified at the time of an infraction requiring my dismissal. My parents or guardian will be responsible for my removal from the premises and any costs involved.
- I have read and understand the Code of Behavior listed above. REQUIRED Yes, I agree No, I don't agree Please fill out this field.
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