Get Involved with Youth Faith Formation!

Here at St. Francis, we are a community of disciples striving to accompany others on their journey with the Lord. This calling to share faith comes from our Baptism and from the love and joy that overflows in our own relationship with Jesus.

We EACH have a mission and a role to play. How might God be calling you to share your gifts in one of our youth programs?

Please know volunteers are expected to be compliant with the appropriate Diocesan Safe Environment guidelines (VIRTUS® online training, background screening and acknowledgement that you have reviewed the Diocesan Code of Conduct) prior to beginning their role.

Volunteer roles by program:

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

A Montessori approach to Faith Formation for children 3-years old-5th grade with sessions offered Tuesdays or Wednesdays. Contact Katie Robey, krobey@saintfrancischurch.org. 

Catechist

  • Guide atrium sessions, prepare presentations, help maintain the atrium and materials, communicate with parents of students, occasional catechist gathering
  • Time Commitment: 1.5 hours weekly (plus set up/clean up and looking over presentation ahead)
  • Formation required: Catechists must complete their formation through CGS USA (ask Katie about available courses nearby)
  • Tuition Discount: 100%

Assistant

  • Assist catechist with set up/clean up as able, assist children during session as needed (reminding them of expectations, reading to them, bathroom breaks, etc.)
  • Time Commitment: 1.5 hours weekly (plus set up/clean up as able)
  • Formation required: A 3-hour formation evening hosted at St. Francis in late August
  • Tuition Discount: 50%
Children's Faith Formation 

A traditional classroom approach to Faith Formation for children in Preschool–5th grade that meets Wednesdays 5:30-7:00 pm. Contact person: Katie Robey, krobey@saintfrancischurch.org.

Catechist

  • Catechists share their faith by guiding children in weekly Faith Formation. No teaching experience needed—just a love for the faith and a desire to make a difference!
  • Curriculum and materials, along with yearly schedule are provided.
  • Time Commitment: 1.5 hours weekly (with a little prep and set up as needed)
  • Tuition Discount: 100%

Classroom Assistant

  • Support the catechist and help create a welcoming, faith-filled space for kids on Wednesday evenings. No experience needed—just a willing heart!
  • Time Commitment: 1.5 hrs/week for class (occasional help with prep or setup)
  • Tuition Discount: 50%

Substitute Catechist

  • Substitute Catechists share their faith by stepping in to guide children during weekly Faith Formation sessions when needed. A monthly on-call substitute list is used to help substitute catechists see their assigned dates for CFF sessions. Flexibility is offered for monthly scheduling.
  • Time Commitment: Placed on a monthly on-call schedule with flexibility in scheduling. Typically help 10-15 sessions per year.
  • Tuition Discount: 50%
EDGE Middle School Youth Ministry

A youth ministry program for teens in 6th-8th grade that meets Wednesdays 5:30-7:00 pm. Contact person: Chris Smith, csmith@saintfrancischurch.org.

Small Group Leader

  • Leads a Small Group session of 5-10 middle school students each week. Resource materials are provided to assist you in weekly activities and small group discussion.
  • Time Commitment: 1.5 hr. weekly (plus set/clean up as able)
  • Tuition Discount: 100%

Kitchen Help

  • Assists with food/snack set up and clean up.
  • Time Commitment: 1 hour weekly
  • Tuition Discount: 50%

EDGE Substitute

  • EDGE Substitutes share their faith by stepping in to lead small groups during weekly EDGE sessions when needed. A monthly on-call substitute list is used to help substitute catechists see their assigned dates. Flexibility is offered for monthly scheduling.
  • Time Commitment: Placed on a monthly on-call schedule with flexibility in scheduling. Typically help 10-15 sessions per year.
  • Tuition Discount: 50%
Revive High School Youth Ministry

A youth ministry program for teens in 9th-12th grade that meets Wednesdays 7:00-9:00 pm (social time 7:00-7:30 pm). Contact person: Chris Smith, csmith@saintfrancischurch.org.

Core Team

  • A Core Team member helps plan and lead weekly youth nights by building relationships with teens, supporting their faith journey, and assisting with tasks like setup, cleanup, small group leadership, and occasional talks.
  • Time commitment: 2 hr. weekly (plus set/clean up as able)
  • Tuition discount: 100%
Confirmation Program

Program for teens preparing to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation that typically meets the first Wednesday of the month 7:30-9:00 pm. Contact person: Chris Smith, csmith@saintfrancischurch.org.

Core Team

  • A Core Team member helps plan and lead monthly Confirmation Prep Sessions by building relationships with teens, supporting their faith journey, and assisting with tasks like setup, cleanup, small group leadership, and occasional talks.
  • Time commitment: 1.5 hr. monthly (plus set/clean up as able)
  • Tuition discount: 100%

Confirmation Hall Monitor

  • Ensure safety and support by monitoring a designated area, guiding visitors, and helping students stay on track. Choose the sessions that fit your schedule. 
  • Time commitment: Flexible – Choose 3-4 sessions per year
  • Tuition discount: 50%

Retreat Leader

  • Assist with the Confirmation retreat during the fall.
  • Time commitment: TBD
Other Essential Roles

Roles that support multiple programs. Times vary by role. Contact person: Heather Rohe, hrohe@saintfrancischurch.org.

Nursery

  • Nursery volunteers care for and engage the young children of our catechists on Wednesday evenings. Volunteers will work alongside another adult to provide a safe, welcoming environment for up to 12 children. This is a great way to support families in our parish while sharing Christ's love with our youngest members in a fun and faith-filled setting.
  • Time commitment: 1.5 hr. weekly (plus set/clean up as able)
  • Tuition discount: 100%

Nursery Sub

  • A substitute nursery volunteer steps in to care for and engage the young children of our catechists on Wednesday evenings when one of our regular nursery volunteers is unavailable.
  • Time commitment: 1.5 hr. plus set/clean up as able as needed
  • Tuition discount: 50%

Wednesday Evening Office Volunteer

  • Be the welcoming face of our Faith Formation team, assisting with phone calls, visitor greeting, and office support. Help ensure everything runs smoothly each Wednesday evening.
  • Time commitment: 1.5 hr/week
  • Tuition discount: 100%

Wednesday Evening Hall Monitor

  • Ensure safety and support by monitoring a designated area, guiding visitors, and helping students stay on track. A monthly hall monitor list is used to help hall monitors see their assigned dates for Faith Formation sessions. Flexibility is offered for monthly scheduling.
  • Time commitment: Placed on a monthly schedule with flexibility in scheduling. Typically support 10-15 sessions per year.
  • Tuition discount: 50%

Workroom Volunteer

  • Assist with tasks like cutting, pasting, and event setup to help bring projects to life. Flexible scheduling lets you choose when to lend a hand as needed.
  • Time commitment: Flexible – Available as needed throughout the year.