Volunteers are needed for all Youth Activities. Take a look through the offerings for SJB Youth and if anything jumps out, contact Peter and volunteer. Otherwise, here is an overview of how you can volunteer with SJB Youth Ministry.

YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES

Youth Ministry Advisory Council
Develop leadership skills and help to guide the future of SJB Youth Ministry! Meets four times a year.

Peer Ministry: Youth to Youth
Help lead other young people in being a follower of Jesus! Whether it’s working with younger kids or your own age group, this is definitely an exciting group to volunteer for. Peer ministers include catechists for GOF and 7D8 and the Chat Room.

Justice and Service
Volunteering to help the poor and vulnerable is an important part of our faith. Join us for regular service opportunities around the Mankato community. Other regular service opportunities are also available at St. John’s.

Fundraising
Whether it’s selling hotdogs, running games for kids, clearing tables or being a part of the annual Follies Dinner Theater, we have a lot of fun ways to help raise funds for SJB Youth Ministry!

Prayer and Liturgy
At various times throughout the year, SJB Youth have special roles in parish liturgies, some of these include World Youth Sunday, Christmas Eve, Good Friday, and Graduation Masses. If you are interested in being involved in the planning of and/or the implementation of the liturgies please sign up. Roles can include Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, Musicians, Dancers, Actors, Ushers, etc.

Communication
Volunteer to help get the word out to your friends and peers! Whether you call, email, text message, or hang-up posters, you’re a communicator and this is a great place for you to volunteer!

LIT Band
This group is a new addition to our music ministry in the Fall of 2011. Young people grades 7-12 are invited to participate as singers or instrumentalists. Share Christ through the prayer of music.

ADULT OPPORTUNITIES

Youth Ministry Advisory Council
Help to guide the future of St. John’s Youth Ministry, be a part of changing the lives of young parishioners, and help youth in leadership development. Meets four times a year.

Small Group Leader 6th to 8th Grade
Lead young people in a special way by guiding them in their faith. Similar to the role of a catechist, small group leaders guide young people in discipleship through discussions of faith and unique experiences.

Small Group Leader 9th to 12th Grade
Small group leaders guide young people in discipleship through discussions of faith and unique experiences.

Adult Support
Be present at youth events providing support in the areas of safety, supervision, and discipline.

Chaperon
Join young people at events, conferences, mission trips, and more as a chaperon. Chaperons participate in the full experience of the event while caring for the safety and well-being of the youth participants. (Must be 21 to volunteer)

Young Adults (20-30’s)
Join in activity and event planning for young adults 20-30’s.

Transportation
Volunteer to help drive youth to and from events. Bus drivers are always needed as well. (Must be 21 to volunteer & have a valid driver’s license)

Communication
Volunteer to help make phone calls to youth about upcoming events. You may also volunteer to help with mailings, update the website, and other advertising of SJB Youth Activities.

Justice and Service
Help lead SJB Youth in monthly justice and service projects. Includes Rake the Town, Parish Service Day, VINE Spring Clean up, Souper Bowl of Caring, and more.

Fundraisers
Volunteer to coordinate and run fundraisers to support SJB Youth Ministry programs, trips to conferences and mission trips, and other opportunities for youth.