Welcome to my blog for Merciful Redeemer Parish's Youth Group! Here you will find information about Edge and LifeTeen, as well as our calendar of events and some pretty awesome resources to help you grow in your faith and develop a closer relationship with Christ! Enjoy! - Miri

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"Tweet, Tag, Share" - Putting Social Media to Good Use
Edge - Friday, May 23rd (Block 5)

Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, texting... Ah, social media! It can be so much fun and a great way to connect with other people. It could also turn into a trap for procrastination and gossip... but in the same way, it can become an amazing tool to build others up, share the joy of your faith, and lead others to Christ! So, how can you put social media to good use? Come to Edge and find out!

When: Friday, May 23, 2014 - 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm 
Who: Grade 7-8 students
Where: Merciful Redeemer Parish - 2775 Erin Centre Blvd., Mississauga, ON
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"Social Edge Night" - Confirmation Celebration!
Friday, May 30th (NOT for Blocks)


So you have just received the Sacrament of Confirmation or are just about to? Then come and celebrate the power and wonder of this amazing Sacrament with us at Edge! Join us for a party with cake, games and lots of fun! :D

When: Friday, May 30, 2014 - 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm 
Who: Grade 7-8 students
Where: Merciful Redeemer Parish - 2775 Erin Centre Blvd., Mississauga, ON


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"Everywhere Man" - St. Paul and his Writings
Friday, June 6th


St. Paul is one of the greatest saints and evangelizers of all time. A great portion of our Scriptures were written by Him! But who was he? What was his conversion all about? What are his writings about, and what do they have to do with my life? Come to Edge to learn more about St. Paul and discover what God might want to say to you directly through his writings!

When: Friday, May 2, 2014 - 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm 
Who: Grade 7-8 students
Where: Merciful Redeemer Parish - 2775 Erin Centre Blvd., Mississauga, ON

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 "More than Horses and Dragons" - The Book of Revelation
Friday, June 13th


The Book of Revelation is one of the most intriguing books of the Bible. It is seldom understood and sometimes as a result it gives rise to either fear or indifference. In reality, the Book of Revelation is full with rich insights about God, his plan, and the Mass! Come discover the depths and wonder of this compelling piece of Scripture with us at Edge!

When: Friday, June 13, 2014 - 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm 
Who: Grade 7-8 students
Where: Merciful Redeemer Parish - 2775 Erin Centre Blvd., Mississauga, ON

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"A Father's Love" - The 'Our Father' and God's Fatherhood
Friday, June 20th

The prayer of the Our Father has an incredibly deep power and meaning. Yet, we are so used to reciting it that we might overlook what Jesus meant to teach us about our Father in Heaven through this beautiful prayer. Come and join us for this Edge night where we will discover more about the deep love of God the Father for each and every one of us!

When: Friday, June 20, 2014 - 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm 
Who: Grade 7-8 students
Where: Merciful Redeemer Parish - 2775 Erin Centre Blvd., Mississauga, ON

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 "Summer's Here!" - Edge End of Year Social
Friday, June 27th

It is the end of the year, but not the end of the fun! Join us for a crazy night of games, bonding, photos, and thankfulness to God for all the graces He poured out on us this year!

When: Friday, June 27, 2014 - 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm 
Who: Grade 7-8 students
Where: Merciful Redeemer Parish - 2775 Erin Centre Blvd., Mississauga, ON

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 Edge is HERE! Fridays from 6:45-9:00pm

Are you a grade 7 or 8 student? Tired of living an ordinary life? Looking for something more that will give your life meaning, purpose and that can be a lot of fun all at once? Then come to Edge!!

WHAT'S IT ABOUT?
 
1) Dynamic and inspiring talks and discussion on interesting and relevant issues that affect your life and faith journey, in a truth-focused but non-judgmental way. 
2) Enjoy entertaining dramas, videos, movies, skits, games and activities.   
3) Attend fantastic events, such as field-trips, parties/socials and retreats. 
4) Meet amazing people and building strong life-long friendships. 
5) Receive guidance and support from great role models you can trust. 
6) Work on our relationship with Christ through prayer, Adoration and the Sacraments!

WHO IS IT FOR?
Students in grades 7 and 8 It doesn't matter if you have never been to church or if you haven't been in a long time! No judgment, no worries. Just come, give it a try and have a great time!
WHERE IS IT?
 Merciful Redeemer Parish 2775 Erin Centre Blvd., Mississauga, ON
WHEN IS IT? Every Friday from 6:45-9:00 pm, EXCEPT for Long Weekends and Holidays.
  
DOES IT COST ANYTHING?
NOPE! NOTHING! :) Edge is completely FREE!
HOW DO I REGISTER?
Just fill a registration form, found on the link below or pick one up at the door:
http://bit.ly/14QlAfQ

QUESTIONS?
Contact Miri by fb or by email at ym@mercifulredeemer.org Join our Facebook group at: MRYM Facebook Group
Follow us on Twitter: @LifeTeenMR  Want more info about our youth ministry model? Visit:
http://edgeyouthministry.com/ and http://catholicyouthministry.com/about/

 
So what do you think? Will you give yourself the chance to come change your life??
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ATTENTION PARENTS:

Sign-ins and games begin at 6:45pm.

 For pick-up, please sign-out your child on the corresponding sheet and go right INSIDE the hall to pick up your child, and exit through the back door to help us keep the flow of people going. Thank you!


We also REMIND PARENTS THAT THEY MUST COME DOWNSTAIRS to drop off and pick-up their children unless they have given us written authorization for their children to walk/bike home.

2013-2014 UPDATED EDGE SCHEDULE 




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Trips and Events





DATE
THEME AND TOPIC
BLOCK
Crew Team
Sep-20
"Best Selling Book of All Time" - Intro Social
BLOCK 1
Bld. Pierre G.Frassati
Sep-27
"Fake Out" - The Battle for Popularity and Fitting In
BLOCK 1
St. Francis
Oct-04
Movie Night Social
N/A
A-Team
Oct-11
NO EDGE - Thanksgiving Weekend
N/A
N/A
Oct-18
"Story of a Saint" - Learning from the Lives of the Saints
BLOCK 1
Miri
Oct-25
"FAQ" - WHY and HOW to read the Bible
BLOCK 1
St. Maria Goretti
Nov-01
NO EDGE - LifeTeen Retreat in Progress
N/A
N/A
Nov-08
"Levi-What?" - Intro to Old Testament
BLOCK 1
St. Stephen
Nov-15
"The Garden" - Creation Narrative
BLOCK 2
St. Rose of Lima
Nov-22
"Temptation" - Fall of Man and Original Sin
BLOCK 2
St. Vincent de Paul
Nov-29
On The Way To Bethlehem - Field Trip (permission form required)
N/A
N/A
Dec-06
"A Promise is a Promise" - What's a Covenant?
BLOCK 2
St. Joan of Arc
Dec-13
"Thou Shalt Do!" - The Ten Commandments
BLOCK 2
St. Therese of Liseux
Dec-20
"Jesus Christ is Coming to Town" - Christmas
BLOCK 2
St. Augustine
Dec-27
NO EDGE - Christmas Break
N/A
N/A
Jan-03
NO EDGE - Christmas Break
N/A
N/A
Jan-10
"Old Made New" - Intro to New Testament
BLOCK 3
St. Ignatius of Loyola
Jan-17
Edge Talent Show (teens can audition to perform - contact Miri)
N/A
N/A
Jan-24
"Can I get an Amen?" - Gospels and Life of Christ
BLOCK 3
Bld. Pierre G.Frassati
Jan-31
"Fearless" - Hope in the Lord
BLOCK 3
St. Joan of Arc
Feb-07
"Stories of Old" - Jesus' Parables
BLOCK 3
St. Vincent de Paul
Feb-14
NO EDGE - Family Day Long Weekend
N/A
N/A
Feb-21
"Body Language" - Our Bodies and God's Plan
BLOCK 3
St. Therese of Liseux
Feb-28
"Heroic Virtue" - The Virtues in Scripture
BLOCK 4
St. Francis
Mar-07
"Prepare the Way" - Lent
BLOCK 4
St. Rose of Lima
Mar-14
March Break Social - Talent Show
N/A
St. Stephen
Mar-21
"The Way We Are Made" - Marriage, Same-Sex Attraction and the Church
BLOCK 4
St. Joan of Arc
Mar-28
"Ask Away" - Question and Answer Night - GENERATION LIFE SPEAKERS
BLOCK 4
St. Francis
Apr-04
"Crosswords" - Learning to Pray with Lectio Divina
BLOCK 4
St. Maria Goretti
Apr-11
"I Would Die for You" - Jesus' Sacrifice on the Cross
BLOCK 5
St. Augustine
Apr-18
NO EDGE - Good Friday, Easter Long Weekend
N/A
N/A
Apr-25
"He's Back!" - The Resurrection
BLOCK 5
St. Ignatius of Loyola
May-02
"Pentecost and Beyond!" - Acts of the Apostles and the Early Church
BLOCK 5
St. Augustine
May-09
"Who's Your Momma?" - Mother Mary
BLOCK 5
St. Stephen
May-16
NO EDGE - Victoria Day Long Weekend
N/A
N/A
May-23
"Tweet, Tag, Share" - Putting Social Media to Good Use
BLOCK 5
St. Vincent de Paul
May-30
Edge Social Night
N/A
St. Rose of Lima
Jun-06
"Everywhere Man" - St. Paul's Letters
N/A
Bld. Pierre G.Frassati
Jun-13
"Horses and Dragons" - The Book of Revelation
N/A
St. Maria Goretti
Jun-20
"A Father's Love" - God the Father and Fatherhood
N/A
St. Ignatius of Loyola
Jun-27
"Summer's Here!" - End of Year Social
N/A
St. Therese of Liseux
Jul 4-6
Steubenville Conference
N/A

Jul 28-Aug 1
EDGE CAMP for Students Entering Grades 5, 6 and 7 in September 2014
N/A

Aug 4-8
EDGE CAMP for Students Entering Grades 8 and 9 in September 2014
N/A




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