Senior High CREW

Welcome to SH CREW!

You belong here. We believe that every teen at HNOJ has a place in our community and is called to a fulfilling life as a disciple of Jesus Christ. It is our mission to walk with you through the ups and downs of high school life. Whether you have questions about the faith you need answered, want to grow deeper in your relationship with Jesus, or simply want a place to belong, we welcome you to SH CREW. 

All Faith Formation and Youth Ministry programs for high school teens (grades 9-12), including Confirmation prepartion, retreats and Teen Core Team make up what we call "SH CREW." Use the drop-down menu below to check out the many ways you can grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ through SH CREW.

Click the appropriate drop-down menu for links to registration. 

Contact Elliut with any questions pertaining to SH CREW: 763-746-8195.

SH CREW Programs and Events

Confirmation Year 1 participants will choose between two tracks when registering. 

Track A (Regular): 

Consists of attending the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the Month; plus their choice of retreats to help acheive their 2-retreat requirement by Spring of 2024.

Formation Sundays: Featuring Catholic youth speakers, transformational prayer, scripture, adoration, and small groups, the First and Third Sundays of (almost) every month will inspire our teens to enter into a deeper relationship with Christ. They are allowed to miss two of these Sundays per year without an emergency excuse. These dates are Oct. 2 and 16, Nov. 6 and 20, Dec.4 , Jan. 8 and 22, Feb. 5, Mar. 5 and 19, April 16, May 7. 

Introduction to Confirmation Parent Meeting (Required):

September 11, from 3:30 - 5:15 p.m. . This meeting is required for all First Year Confirmation students and their parents.

Retreat Options:

Fall Retreat: Nov 11 - 13, 2023 
Spring Retreat: April 21 - 23, 2023
Winter Faith Camp: Feb. 17 - 20, 2023
Passion Play: March 17, 2023
NPH Mission Trip: Aug. 1 - 7, 2022
Steubenville: July 15-17, 2022

Track B (Core Team):

The HNOJ Crew Teen Core Team is a community of high school teens who commit each year to serve as leaders in HNOJ Crew Youth ministry here at Holy Name of Jesus. While Core Team is open to all high schoolers, 9th graders who participate will learn the same things (and more) as those who are on the regular track for Confirmation prep. 

As a core team member, First Year Confirmation Candidates will:

  • Attend Formation Sundays Oct. 2 and 16, Nov. 6 and 20, Dec.4 , Jan. 8 and 22, Feb. 5, Mar. 5 and 19, April 16, May 7. 
  • Core Team Sundays: Oct. 9, Dec. 11,  Jan. 29, Feb. 26, Mar. 12, Mar. 26, Apr. 30, May 21
  • Attend the annual Fall Retreat Nov. 11-13
  • At least three planned middle school events
  • Grow in discipleship through regular prayer and study
  • Lead in planning and dreaming of events, especially for middle schoolers

Retreat Options:

Fall Retreat: Nov 11 - 13, 2022
Spring Retreat: April 21 - 23, 2023
Winter Faith Camp: Feb. 17 - 20, 2023
Passion Play: March 17, 2023
NPH Mission Trip: Aug. 1 - 7, 2022
Steubenville: July 15-17, 2022

Middle School Event Options:

  • Friday Night Alive 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Oct. 14, Nov. 18,  Jan. 13,  Feb. 3,  Apr. 14, May 19
  • Psalm 78 Retreat | Oct. 28-29, 2022
  • Luke 18 Retreat | Mar. 3-4, 2022
  • Winterblast | Dec. 9-10, 2022

Confirmation Year 1 Pricing
May 5-Aug. 1 > Early Bird Pricing $125

Aug. 1 – Sept. 10 > Normal Pricing $175

Questions? Contact Eve Anders

To register for Confirmation Year 1, please email Eve Anders.

Confirmation Year 2 participants will choose between two tracks when registering. 

Track A (Regular): 

Consists of attending the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the Month and another retreat experience!

Formation Sundays: Featuring Catholic youth speakers, transformational prayer, scripture, adoration, and small groups, the First and Third Sundays of (almost) every month will inspire our teens to enter into a deeper relationship with Christ. They are allowed to miss two of these Sundays per year without an emergency excuse. These dates are Oct. 2 and 16, Nov. 6 and 20, Dec.4 , Jan. 8 and 22, Feb. 5, Mar. 5 and 19, April 16, May 7. 

Parent/Sponsor/Candidate Meeting: September 11, from 7-8:30 p.m. This meeting is required for all Second Year Confirmation students and their parents; sponsors if available and chosen by the date of the meeting. 

Track B (Core Team):

The HNOJ Crew Teen Core Team is a community of high school teens who commit each year to serve as leaders in HNOJ Crew Youth ministry here at Holy Name of Jesus. While Core Team is open to all high schoolers, 9th graders who participate will learn the same things (and more) as those who are on the regular track for Confirmation prep. 

As a core team member, Second Year Confirmation candidates will:

  • Attend Formation Sundays Oct. 2 and 16, Nov. 6 and 20, Dec.4 , Jan. 8 and 22, Feb. 5, Mar. 5 and 19, April 16, May 7. 
  • Core Team Sundays: Oct. 9, Dec. 11,  Jan. 29, Feb. 26, Mar. 12, Mar. 26, Apr. 30, May 21
  • Attend the annual Fall Retreat Nov. 11-13
  • At least three planned middle school events
  • Grow in discipleship through regular prayer and study
  • Lead in planning and dreaming of events, especially for middle schoolers


Retreat Options:

Fall Retreat: Nov 11 - 13, 2022 

  • Spring Retreat: April 21 - 23, 2023
  • Winter Faith Camp: Feb. 17 - 20, 2023
  • Passion Play: March 17, 2023 (If you haven't done Passion Play in 9th grade)
  • NPH Mission Trip: Aug. 1 - 7, 2022
  • Steubenville: July 15-17, 2022


Middle School Event Options:

  • Friday Night Alive 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Oct. 14, Nov. 18,  Jan. 13,  Feb. 3,  Apr. 14, May 19
  • Psalm 78 Retreat | Oct. 28-29, 2022
  • Luke 18 Retreat | Mar. 3-4, 2022
  • Winterblast | Dec. 9-10, 2022


Confirmation Year 2 Pricing
May 5-Aug. 1 > Early Bird Pricing $125

Aug. 1 – Sept. 10 > Normal Pricing $175

Questions? Please contact Eve Anders.

For Confirmation Year 2 registration, please contact Eve Anders.

Track A (Regular): 

Consists of attending and serving during Formation Sundays (1st and 3rd Sundays of the month). Now that you have received the sacrament of Confirmation, it’s time to put those Confirmation graces into action! Not only will you continue your formation on Sunday nights, but you will help support, welcome, and encourage those who are preparing for Confirmation! Featuring Catholic youth speakers, transformational prayer, scripture, adoration, and small groups, Formation Sundays will inspire our teens to continue entering into a deeper relationship with Christ and living out the graces of Confirmation. These dates are Oct. 2 and 16, Nov. 6 and 20, Dec.4 , Jan. 8 and 22, Feb. 5, Mar. 5 and 19, April 16, May 7. 

Track B (Core Team):

The HNOJ Crew Teen Core Team is a community of high school teens who commit each year to serve as leaders in HNOJ Crew Youth ministry here at Holy Name of Jesus. While Core Team is open to all high schoolers, 11th and 12th graders who participate bring a leadership and maturity that is so important!!!

As a core team member, those who have received their Confirmation already will:

  • Attend weekly Sunday meetings, including Formation Sundays and Core Team Meetings.
    • Formation Sundays are Oct. 2 and 16, Nov. 6 and 20, Dec.4 , Jan. 8 and 22, Feb. 5, Mar. 5 and 19, April 16, May 7.  
    • Core Team Sundays are Oct. 9, Dec. 11,  Jan. 29, Feb. 26, Mar. 12, Mar. 26, Apr. 30, May 21
  • Attend the annual Fall Retreat, Nov. 11-13
  •  At least three planned middle school events. 
  • Grow in discipleship through regular prayer and study.
  • Lead in planning and dreaming of events, especially for middle schoolers. This will require some extra Tuesday meetings to plan.
  • Intentionally reach out to the under classmen and set a good example!

Retreat Options:

  • Fall Retreat: Nov 11 - 13, 2022 
  • Spring Retreat: April 21 - 23, 2023
  • Winter Faith Camp: Feb. 17 - 20, 2023
  • Passion Play: March 17, 2023 (If you haven't done Passion Play in 9th grade)
  • NPH Mission Trip: Aug. 1 - 7, 2022
  • Steubenville: July 15-17, 2022

Middle School Event Options:

  • Friday Night Alive 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Oct. 14, Nov. 18,  Jan. 13,  Feb. 3,  Apr. 14, May 19
  • Psalm 78 Retreat | Oct. 28-29, 2022
  • Luke 18 Retreat | Mar. 3-4, 2022
  • Winterblast | Dec. 9-10, 2022

After Confirmation Pricing
May 5-Aug. 1 > Early Bird Pricing $50

Aug. 1 – Sept. 10 > Normal Pricing $75

Questions? Contact Eve Anders.

For Post-Confirmation Registration, please contact Eve Anders.

The HNOJ CREW Teen Core Team is a community of high school teens who commit each year to serve as leaders in HNOJ CREWyouth ministry here at Holy Name of Jesus. 

Together they:

  • Grow in discipleship through prayer and study
  • Build community
  • Serve at youth ministry events
  • Lead in the planning and dreaming of events: giving talks, leading small groups, and helpings with other tasks
  • Attend the annual core team retreat, all Sunday events, and other planned middle school events 
  • Requirements for Teen Core Team are generally the same, but 9th and 10th grade Confirmation students have a few extra requirements. Click on the appropriate list below to view a complete list of dates:

Teen Core Team Requirements:

  • Have a deep love for Jesus Christ and His Church
  • Currently in grades 9-12.
  • Sign the volunteer code of conduct (distrubuted at first Teen Core Team meeting)
  • If 18, complete background check and virtus training

 

Questions about Teen Core Team (Track B), contact Eve Anders.