St. Augustine Parish Ministries
Youth Ministry Commission

The mission of Youth Ministry in the Catholic Community of Jeffersonville is to empower our young people to understand and explore a personal relationship with Jesus Christ within their Catholic Faith through * Enablement * Shared Leadership * Prayer Service and * Spirituality. The Youth Ministry Commission currently has ten discerned, selected or appointed members. The Youth Ministry Commission meets monthly on the first Wednesday of the month. Contacts: Abby Weber Shunnarah, Chris Creagh and Maggie Stovall

Deanery Youth Ministry Commission

The New Albany Deanery Catholic Youth Ministry Commission is to promote and advance the mission of the New Albany Deanery Catholic Youth Ministries and for the providing of resources to, and leadership formation for all Youth Ministry programs in the Deanery. The Deanery Youth Ministry Commission meets on the third Tuesday of each month from August - May. Meetings are held at the Aquinas Center and run from 7:00-9:00 pm. There is a representative from each parish who advises and works with the Director of Youth.

Boy Scouts

The Mission of Boy Scouts of America (BSA) is to prepare young men to make ethical choices over their lifetime by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Currently Boy Scout Troop 89 consists of 20 boys and 10 adult leaders. The boy scouts stay active year round with activities and projects including hiking, camping, attending summer camp, working on merit badges, etc. The Troop does not receive direct financial assistance from the Catholic Community of Jeffersonville, however, Sacred Heart makes meeting space and storage space available and both St. Augustine and Sacred Heart support scout fundraising efforts. Contacts: Bob Hoyland - Scoutmaster, Bill Payne - Committee Chairman  and Tom Hughes - Charter Organization Rep

Steamboat Stroll

The Steamboat Stroll is our annual community building fundraiser. It began in 1991. We secure sponsors who receive advertisement in our brochures and on our t-shirts for their sponsorship fee. Then we invite parishioners to serve on our Steamboat Stroll committee: Sponsorship, Publicity, Refreshments, Door Prizes, Registration and Course Volunteers. Everyone in the parish community and community at large is invited to participate as a Steamboat Stroll participates either as a walker, runner or prayer. The Steamboat Stroll is a scenic 5K river walk or run. It takes place on the first Wednesday in September. Contact: Maggie Stovall

Youth Ministry Planning Team

Plan events for junior and senior high youth ministry, learn leadership skills and share and grow in the faith. The Youth Ministry planning team is comprised of youth and adults who meet once a month on Thursday evenings from 6-7pm. There is a youth ministry section/page on the parish website and bulletin board where youth ministry events are publicized. The Youth Ministry Commission is also consulted in the planning of the youth ministry program. Contact: Maggie Stovall

Drop-In

An opportunity for junior high youth to spend time with their peers and adult leaders engaged in conversation, playing games, doing homework if one chooses, participating in service projects when available, etc. Open to all junior high youth in grades 6, 7 & 8 in the Catholic Community of Jeffersonville-Sacred Heart-St. Augustine. Adult leaders are needed for Drop-In sessions which take place on two - three Mondays during the months of September-April. Contacts: Maggie Stovall and Teresea Oberhausen

College Ministry

Getting involved in college ministry will allow you to see God in new friends you meet and new places you travel. Some of the adventures being offered this year are: college campus visits, a winter retreat, a ski trip, service experiences in Campton, Kentucky and more. Ages 18-22 Contact: Maggie Stovall

Summer Daze

Summer Daze is a program offered to Junior High Youth providing them with an opportunity to do Christian service, be with friends, learn about their faith as well as participate in fun activities. Summer Daze usually takes place on four Tuesdays in the summer (July or July/August). High school youth and adults serve on our Summer Daze Team. Team leaders help plan, set up/clean up and assist with prayer, activities, and service experiences while supporting and supervising our young people. Leaders are asked to be a role model and good example to others, have a positive attitude, demonstrate patience and respect, work hard along with our participants, follow through with responsibilities and have fun participating. Contact: Maggie Stovall

Young Adult Ministry

Young Adult Ministry is for young adults ages 23-39 years of age. There are a variety of ways to meet people, grow in faith and get involved in your parish and deanery community. To name a few ... River Bats Game, Theology on Tap, Pasta with The Pastor, Campton Mission Trip, Advent Reflection, Marriage Retreats, Young Adult Conference and more. Contact: Maggie Stovall

Athletic Committee

To serve the youth of our parish and help them grow and develop to their full potential as Catholic Christians, teammates, leaders and athletes. To administer and oversee all year round athletic programs for 3-12 graders provided by the Catholic Community of Jeffersonville. The Athletic Committee is comprised of 9-11 members and the Youth Ministry Coordinator, who shall have an active commitment to the sports program in the Catholic Community of Jeffersonville. The Athletic Committee meets monthly July-June. Contact: Eddie Terkhorn

Confirmation

To provide high school youth a closer connection to the parish community and prepare them for the reception of the Sacrament of Confirmation. This is in collaboration with Faith Formation. Contact: Maggie Stovall and Ann Northam

TYRO (Teen Youth Reaching Out)

TYRO is a high school service club designed to aid our high school aged parishioners in their quest to be of service for others. TYRO meets monthly and plans both service and social activities. Contact: Maggie Stovall