Upcoming Youth Events
Young men entering 7th-12th grades, join Fr. Doug and seminarians for three days packed with fishing, swimming, frisbee, kickball, confession, Mass, Adoration, lots of bacon, and much more.
Draw closer to Jesus and learn to live a new life, saying with St. Paul, “It is no longer I who live but Christ who lives in me.”
Check-in: 9:00-9:30 a.m.
NOTE: Camp families are welcome to join for Mass
on June 12 at 11 a.m. with a potluck lunch to follow.
COST: $50 – Scholarship available
Questions: Please contact Julie Jacobs at
Julie.Jacobs@gw.stcdio.org or call (320) 251-5001.
Deadline: June 4.
Register at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2025VocationCamp
OUR MISSION
We seek to provide an engaging environment where young Catholic men are able to listen to the voice of Jesus Christ. We desire to instill in their lives the faith and trust to follow Him no matter where He may lead.
WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP:
Tent, sleeping bag, camp clothes, lawn chair, bug spray, flashlight, swimsuit, towel, shampoo, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, sunscreen, rosary. (please label items, so owner can be found)
WHAT NOT TO BRING:
Cell phones.
(The vocations director and the seminarians helping with the camp will be giving out their cell phone number in case of emergency.)
Renew Youth Pickleball, June 28
Enjoy a night of playing Pickleball on Saturday, June 28th. Join the Renew Youth Group in a rain or shine event, inside The Blind Squirrel Pickleball Club in Alexandria.
Pickleball runs from 7:00-9:00pm at 2310 Hwy 29 South (Entrance to BSPC is on the north side of the former Kmart Building (currently owned by Aagard)
Bring a paddle, water bottle, and friend.
Event is for 9th-12th grade.
Totus Tuus is a fun and energetic Catholic youth program taught by seminarians and college students throughout the Diocese of Saint Cloud. From catechetical sessions, Sacraments, and Mass to songs, games, and skits – your child is sure to have fun while learning more about their faith!
Enjoy one of the most fun places to be in the Upper Midwest - VALLEYFAIR in Shakopee!!
All Come to the Water ACC and Disciples of the Mission ACC students in Grades 7-12 are invited to sign up. There is a total of 45 spots available on a first come basis, so sign up NOW!
COST is $60/each (includes entry and bus). Friends are welcome!
The trip is August 5th.
Pick up starts in Parkers Prairie at 7:15 am at St. Williams Church (return @ 7:45 pm).
The next pick up is in Alexandria at 7:45 am at St. Marys (on 4th Ave. East) (return @ 7:15 pm)
Deadline to sign up is JULY 15th!
Bring breakfast, lunch and snacks, or money for food (outside of Valleyfair) Valleyfair is a cashless venue.
To register for NCYC 2025 in Indianapolis November 19-23, 2025, complete the registration form with a $335 downpayment.
Are You Interested?
Youth Ministry Staff
Alexandria, MN
420 Irving St., Alexandria MN
320-763-5781
stmary@stmaryalexandria.org
Weekend Mass:
Saturday 5:00 PM
Sunday 8:00 & 10:00 AM
Weekday Mass:
Monday 5:30 PM
Tuesday 8:30 AM
Wednesday 8:30 AM
Thursday 5:30 PM
Friday 8:30 AM
Osakis, MN
306 West Oak St., Osakis, MN
320-859-2390
info@icosakis.org
Weekend Mass:
Saturday 4:00 PM
Sunday 10:30 AM
Weekday Mass:
Thursday 9:00 AM
First Friday of the Month 8:00 AM
Carlos, MN
9473 Co Rd 3 NE, Carlos, MN
320-852-7041
stnickbelleriver@gmail.com
Weekend Mass:
Sunday 8:30 AM
Weekday Mass:
Wednesday 8:30 AM