YOUTH MINISTRY

St. Michael’s Youth & Family Ministry welcomes and supports our students and their families. Students in 6th — 12th grade meet for youth group (EYC), small groups, Confirmation, Sunday School, fellowship and special events.

Email our general EYC mailbox with any questions about programming or to be added to our Youth & Family email list.

We Welcome Volunteers!

We are always looking for volunteers to help out with your youth and family activities! We’d love to have you join us. Reach out to Ashley or Brett to find out how to get involved.

2024-25 REGISTRATION FORM

To participate in any Youth Ministry programming, please complete the registration form below. Youth must be registered every year.

Youth & Family Ministry Form 4

STUDENT INFORMATION

Name

Student's Name

First Name

Last Name

Grade 2024-2025

School Attending

Date of Birth

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Address

Address 1

Address 2

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal Code

Country

Student Phone

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Student's email

T-shirt Size (adult)

PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION

Parent/Guardian 1

First Name

Last Name

Parent/Guardian 1 Phone

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Parent/Guardian 1 Email

Parent/Guardian 2

First Name

Last Name

Parent/Guardian 2 Phone

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Parent/Guardian 2 Email

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Photo/Media Usage Permission

I give my consent for St. Michael's Church to use photos and other media formats on the church website and other forms of communication and publication.

I do not give my consent for St. Michael's Church to use photos and other media formats on the church website and other forms of communication and publication.

Signature for Photo/Media Permission

Please type your name as your signature.

Today's Date

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Emergency Contact Name

Cannot be a parent.

First Name

Last Name

Emergency Contact Phone

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Special Dietary Notes

Please note any dietary restrictions or allergies.

Medications

Please note any medications your student is currently taking.

Health/Medical Conditions

Please share any health/medical conditions of which you feel we should be aware.

Feedback

Do you have any feedback that will help us provide a better classroom/group experience for your student?

Permission

I hereby give permission for my child to attend and participate in Youth Ministry events sponsored by St. Michael's Episcopal Church, Raleigh, NC. In consideration of my child being allowed to participate in St. Michael's Episcopal Church activities (youth events, mission trips, etc), I hereby assume all risks and release St. Michael's Episcopal Church, its employees and volunteers from all liability whatsoever for any injuries or accidents in connection with my child's participation. I intend this release to be binding not only for myself, but also on my family and all legal successors in interest. In the event that my child is injured, I hereby give permission to the physician or medical personnel selected by St. Michael's Episcopal Church staff or volunteers to hospitalize, secure proper treatment or medication for, and to take whatever medical actions are necessary to treat my child, and I authorize the physician or medical personnel to provide treatment deemed necessary to them. I give permission for my child to receive approved Over the Counter medication from adult supervisors unless specified above. For the safe enjoyment of this program by all participants, rules and regulations have been established and I agree that my child has read, understands these rules, and will abide by them. Should it be necessary for my child to return home due to medical reason, disciplinary action or otherwise, I shall assume all transportation costs and responsibility.

Signature

Please type your full name as your signature.

Today's Date

YYYY

ST. MICHAEL'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH YOUTH COMMUNITY COVENANT

NON-NEGOTIABLE REGULATIONS AND EXPECTATIONS:

REGULATIONS I understand that I will be removed from the community and sent home for the following: 1. Use or possession of alcohol, illegal drugs or tobacco products of any kind. 2. Inappropriate sexual misbehavior. 3. Possession of firearms, knives or fireworks. 4. Unauthorized use or mistreatment/destruction of the facilities and/or grounds of the church or site visited. 5. Leaving the designated areas or grounds without permission of an adult volunteer. EXPECTATIONS Prior to each Youth Trip, specific expectations will be given. I undestand that I am living in a community setting and that boundaries will be expected. Disruptive behavior to the community, as well as property, will not be tolerated. I will respect all youth and adult volunteers at youth events/trips with St. Michael's Episcopal Church. I will abide by curfews, quiet times and physical boundaries (inside, outside, including equipment use of any kind). I will also be expected to check in with designated chaperones (on specific trips). Cell phones/electronic devices are NOT permitted on youth trips and/or events, no exceptions. Cell phones/devices will be collected and returned at the end of each trip. Prior to each trip/event, parents will be given emergency contact information.

Student Signature

This is an agreement I have made, and I promise to adhere to these guidelines and expectations while I am a participant at St. Michael's Episcopal Church. I understand that if I choose to break the non-negotiable regulations at any time during the event, my parent/legal guardian will be expected to arrange my transportation home immediately. I understand that failure to abide by this covenant will result in disciplinary actions and consequences deemed appropriate by the Director of Youth Ministry. Please type your full name as your signature.

Parent Signature

Please type your full name as your signature.

2024-25 YOUTH CALENDAR

Episcopal Youth Community (EYC) is a student-led group that provides fun and fellowship, exploring relationships between ourselves, the world around us and with God.

Meets on Sunday evenings

Jr EYC (Grades 6-8) | 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.

Sr EYC (Grades 9-12) | 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Dinner for all | 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.

Parents: Sign up to help with EYC Dinners!

EVENTS, ACTIVITIES AND RITES

Events and Trips

Offered yearly, trips and events provide fellowship and strengthen relationships within the youth community. Previous offerings have included; Welcome Back/EYC Info Nights, Fall Retreat, Lock-In, the Parish Picnic, EYC Advent Party, Winter Ski Trip and service projects.

Youth and Leadership Committee

High school students serve on this committee to provide leadership, direction and planning for Youth Ministry at St. Michael’s.

Confirmation

St. Michael’s Confirmation curriculum is available for students beginning in the 8th grade and for anyone older wanting to make a mature commitment to Christ.

Preparation for Confirmation will help students discover the meaning of Christian commitment in their lives by learning about prayer, the Episcopal faith tradition and the Church.

Confirmation Education classes begin in January 2025. For more information contact our Youth leaders, Ashley, Brett and Andrew.

The Duff/Capps Higher Education Scholarship

High school seniors seeking higher education opportunities are encouraged to apply for The Duff/Capps Higher Education Scholarship. The scholarship was created by Claire Duff Capps as a project when she was a student at Broughton High School. The scholarship is named in honor of her later father, Bill Duff, a long-time parishioner of St. Michael’s.

The scholarship application will be available in February 2025.

Service Projects

Youth are encouraged to participate in service days throughout the school year and summer. Past projects have included working with local organizations like the Diaper Train, The Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC, StepUp Ministry, College Care Packages, Inter-faith Food Shuttle and more.

Summer Mission and Outreach

Our mission and outreach programs provide an opportunity for youth to experience service and the impact it has on a community’s needs during the summer break. Examples include serving meals at Step Up Ministry and volunteering for Vacation Bible School.

Acolytes

Acolytes are an integral part of Sunday worship and offer students the opportunity to experience worship by working with clergy close at hand. Students in the 6th-12th grades serve as torch bearers, jr. and sr. crucifers, Gospel bearers and flag bearers. Depending on the position, they also assist with Holy Communion.

If you’re interested in serving as an Acolyte or learning more, contact our Verger, Chip Chase.