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Forge<\/h2>\n

Saint Matthew Middle School Ministry<\/h3>\n

Kick-Off Event on Sunday, Oct. 26<\/h4>\n

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The middle school years are crucial for spiritual development, identity, and connection to the Church. That is why Saint Matthew is creating Forge, a middle school youth ministry program to help our youth. Through Forge, we aspire to cultivate a space where pre-teens and young teens are formed, known, and loved<\/strong> in the person of Jesus Christ and strengthened in their Catholic<\/span> identity. Join Forge for interactive activities, special speakers, group discussion, sacraments, prayer, and more!<\/p>\n

Forge Mission Statement<\/strong><\/span>
\nForge welcomes all 6th\u20138th graders into a personal relationship with Christ through fellowship and fortification in the Catholic Church\u2019s tradition and Biblical truth.<\/em><\/p>\n

Forge seeks to:<\/span><\/p>\n

\ud83d\udd28 Provide Catholic apologetics<\/strong> in an age-appropriate, engaging way
\ud83d\udd28 Foster virtuous relationships<\/strong> among middle school youth
\ud83d\udd28 Help teens apply Biblical truths<\/strong> in everyday situations
\ud83d\udd28 Build a lasting connection<\/strong> with their home parish
\ud83d\udd28 Fulfill the deep need for community and belonging<\/strong> in middle school years<\/p>\n

Get Involved<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Join Forge for their kick-off event on Sunday, October 26,<\/strong> at 4:30 p.m. in the Cohan-Hansom Building. All 6th\u20138th graders are invited to come for food, fun, and games. The evening includes a special speaker panel, and concludes in the gym by attending the parish-wide Awake event as a group.<\/p>\n

In registering your child with Forge below you can stay up to date as the ministry grows. If you are interested in volunteering, have any questions, or for more information, email forge@stmatthewtn.org<\/span><\/a>.
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Forge Schedule<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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