For further details about any of the events please contact Dawn Nicholson
| Date | Event |
| 2009 | |
| 23rd September | World Youth Day 2011. For all those 16+ (or will be 16+ by August 2011) who are interested in finding out more about what World Youth Day is? What they can expect? This meeting is an initial meeting to meet others who have been to WYD before or those who have an interest in what is going to happen. 7pm Our Lady's Hall, Addiscombe |
| 26th September | Come and See An open event for all those who volunteer within in Youth Ministry. This event is an opportunity to see what CDYP and SCYS can offer in regards to training regarding Youth Ministry, also further explore 'what is youth ministry' and also give volunteers an opportunity to say what training they feel they need. Please bring a packed lunch 10am - 4pm St. Andrew's Hall, Thornton Heath. |
| 1st October | Fashion Through The Ages Presented by Students of The University of Creative Arts, Epsom. The CWG will be hosting this evening to raise funds for the missionary work to be carried out in Africa in 2010. 8pm St. John the Baptist Parish Hall. Download poster here. |
| 2nd October | Young people making a difference This Harvest Fast Day, CAFOD are inviting you to join them to pray, reflect and fundraise. Encourage young people to get involved – use the excellent resources and help them to have fun, raise money and support CAFOD’s work around the world For more information click here |
| 3rd October | Young People and the life of the
Parish A day with CJM organised by SCYS. Please bring a packed lunch. 10am - 4pm Christian Education Centre, Tooting Bec. |
| Visit of her relics, The
Friars, Aylesford 9th – 11th October |
Celebrating the life and
spirituality of St. Thérèse of Lisieux The life of St. Thérèse can be an inspiration to young people as she was only 24 when she died. She brings encouragement and clarity to those seeking to discover what God is calling them to do with their lives. ‘My vocation, at last I have found it! My vocation is Love.’ St. Thérèse of Lisieux For more information click here |
| 18th October | CDYP AGM 7.30pm St. Andrew's Hall, Thornton Heath |
| 14th November | Altar Servers Day
There
will be an event for altar servers from parishes in the Croydon Deanery
on Saturday 14th November. The afternoon will begin at 2.30pm
and end after the vigil Mass which commences at 6.30pm. The
event is a wonderful opportunity for our young people aged 10 and above,
to meet with young people from other parishes and take part in an
enjoyable and informative programme. The theme will be presented in an
accessible and relevant way by Fr. Stephan Boyle who is the diocesan
chaplain for altar severs and is experienced in working with young
people in different settings. Good Shepherd, New Addington. |
| 21st November | Confirmation Retreat followed by a
Youth Mass Further information to follow |
| 2010 | |
| February 27th 2010 | Inspiration for those working with
Young People CONGRESS 2010 A day of brilliant input to inspire and support all those looking to connect young people with the Church - Youth Leaders, Parish Volunteers, Chaplains, Catechists and Priests. Speakers include: * Bob and Maggie McCarty, National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry, USA. * Fr Timothy Radcliffe, OP, Renowned writer and international speaker. * Abbot Christopher Jamison, OSB, Abbot of Worth and Author of “Finding Sanctuary” and “Seeking Happiness” * David Wells, Diocesan Education Adviser, Plymouth Diocese, and international speaker. * Archbishop Vincent Nichols, Archbishop of Westminster Saturday February 27th, Friends Meeting House, Euston, London. 11am - 6pm Arrivals and market place of resources from 10am For more information click here |