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Off the Top of my Head...
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Our guest columnist this week is the Middle School (Grades 6-9) Youth Minister for the Anderson parishes, Mariela de Chellis de Salas.
Parents: Sowers of Faith in Our Children's Hearts
Adolescence is a time of great change, questions, and discovery. Amidst all this, our children need to find in their parents not only a guide but also a living witness of faith, love, and hope. The family is the first place where our young people learn to know God, live out Christian values, and discover that faith is not merely something taught, but something lived.
As parents, we have the beautiful responsibility of accompanying and encouraging them, and opening paths for their spiritual growth. It is not always about forcing them to participate, but rather awakening in them a desire to belong, to serve, and to discover their own gifts. An invitation made with love—sharing a parish activity, accompanying them to a youth gathering, or simply talking about faith—can become a seed that bears fruit when least expected.
Our parishes offer various opportunities for adolescents to build community, make new friends, serve others, and deepen their relationship with Christ. Youth groups, gatherings, service activities, celebrations, retreats, and other spaces can help them discover that the Church is their home, too, and that they have an important place within it.
Parents, let us not be afraid to walk alongside our children on this journey of faith. Let us encourage them with patience, joy, and creativity. Our commitment today can profoundly shape their spiritual lives tomorrow.
If you are interested in having your adolescent child actively participate in our Pastorate parishes, I can help guide you and find the right opportunities for them. Please contact me via email at: [email protected]
Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it. ~ Proverbs 22:6
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Catholic Ministry Appeal 2026
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Pastorate Events & Encounters
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Thursday, August 27, 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM
Join us for silent prayer and reflection in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament. This is a wonderful opportunity to deepen your faith and spend quiet time with the Lord.Read More -
Thursday, August 27, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
St. Joseph’s Helpers is a men’s group within our pastorate dedicated to fostering fellowship, spiritual growth, and community service. All men, 18 years and older, are invited to join us in Zimmer Hall at St. Mary Alexandria at our meeting to learn more about us and how we carry out our mission of faith, honor, brotherhood, and service through our motto: Through Him, With Him, In Him.Read More -
Monday, August 31, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Tuesday, September 1, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
The Faith Sharing Group at Primrose Senior Living is welcoming new participants, and we’d love to have you join us! Come check us out!Read More - There are no upcoming events.
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The Catholic Moment: August 2, 2026
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