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EDGE Middle School Youth Ministry
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EDGE is a Catholic youth ministry designed specifically for youth in grades 6-8. It provides a safe and fun place for youth to find a solid Catholic community, to get answers to their questions about faith, and to experience Jesus in a profound and personal way.
The purpose of EDGE is to:
Anyone in grades 6-8 is welcome to attend EDGE Nights. We welcome everyone from Archangel Gabriel Parish and Archangel Gabriel School, along with anyone from the surrounding community.- Help your child have a fun time at church!
- Teach them why being Catholic is so important!
- Show them how to pray and have a personal relationship with Jesus!
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EDGE 2024-2025 Calendar
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EDGE takes place September through May from 6:30-8:00 PM in the Youth Ministry Center (formerly Saint Malachy Gymnasium)*During the month of May, eighth graders will attend Life Teen in lieu of EDGE.
on the first & third Wednesday of every month for the Saint Maria Goretti (SMG) Group and the second & fourth Wednesday of the month for the Blessed Carlo Acutis (BCA) Group. Please note: teens may only attend the section for which they are registered and cannot switch back and forth.Date Edge Night Topic August 28 Parent Night All EDGE parents are invited to learn more about EDGE, its format, and expectations. This meeting is particularly important for parents who are new to EDGE. September 4/11 Semester Kickoff - September 18/25 The Coach Sacraments of Healing October 2/9 Running Backwards Sacrament of Reconciliation October 16/23 The Final Mile Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick November 6/13 Confession Confession November 20/27 No EDGE - December 4/11 Covenant Fulfilled Why did God become man? December 18/25 No EDGE - January 1/8 No EDGE - January 15/22 Running Lanes Sacraments at the Service of Communion February 5/12 Passing the Baton Sacrament of Holy Orders February 19/26 Running Partners Sacrament of Matrimony March 5/12 Confirmation What is Confirmation? March 19/26 What is Lent? / Confession Lent / Confession April 2/9 Confession / What is Lent? Confession / Lent April 16/23 No EDGE - April 30 Spring Celebration! All 6th, 7th, and 8th graders are invited to join us for a night filled with dinner, games, and so much fun! May 7/14 Sacramentals* What are sacramentals? (6th & 7th Grade) May 21/28 End of the Year Party* (for 6th & 7th Grade) -
EDGE Calendar 2024-2025 (Printable)
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Core & Support Teams
EDGE Core Team
The Core Team is a group of adults who make EDGE possible by taking an active role in being present to and in relationship with our middle school youth. Core Team members volunteer much of their time in creating EDGE Nights and leading youth closer to our Lord by walking with them in their faith journey. Time commitment is about 2-3 hours a week.
GET MORE INFO AND APPLY FOR CORE TEAM HERE
EDGE Support Team
The EDGE Support Team is a group of adults who support EDGE nights in various ways. The primary service will be to plan, prepare, and serve the food for EDGE Nights. Other support needs may include taking photos of EDGE Nights and aiding with setup and cleanup. Time commitment is about 4 hours a month. -
Safe Environment information
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For more information, please contact:
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ihinelinearchangelgabrielparish.orgCoordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministries
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