St. Francis Xavier CYO 2009-2010
This is a Catholic Youth Organization for St. Francis
Xavier Parish in Metairie, LA.
The organization is open to all young adults ages 13 - 22 years old.
Mission
1. The CYO/Youth Ministry
Office of the Archdiocese of New Orleans is called to respect and minister
to the young Catholic Church of today by seeking to nurture and develop its
faith life.
2. Our office exists to
train and form competent adult leadership to further the mission of the
Church with young people. We do this by providing consultation, expertise,
strategies and resources.
3. Our model
for this ministry is Jesus, who prepared, trained and sent His disciples for
their mission in the world (cf. Matt. 28:19). Our office empowers adults to
promote active Christian discipleship and growth in Catholic identity.
Goals
o To enable and assist parish and Catholic school leadership in the development of quality youth and young adult ministry.
o To support adult leadership by providing opportunities for gathering, developing and nurturing young leaders in the Archdiocese of New Orleans.
o To continue our efforts as a part of the Department of Christian Formation, and to collaborate with other diocesan offices and outside agencies and institutions.
o To be a leading advocate for youth and young adults in the Catholic Church and society, assuring that their voices are heard.
CYO members participate in social activities, service programs and spiritual
activities.
Additionally, members can participate in CYO flag
football and CYO co-ed volleyball.
For additional information please contact the St. Francis Xavier Parish Center
at 504-834-0340 and leave a message for the CYO directors: Maria, Elois,
or Kevin.
You may also send an email to: sfxcyo-subscribe@yahoogroups.com
Please include your name, age, school you are currently attending & grade.
We look forward to a GREAT year!