Grow Your Faith (Youth)
Steubenville Youth Conference | June 25-27, 2027
SEEN
Calling all high schoolers! In our ever-changing world, Jesus is the answer to the longing of our hearts for meaning, fulfillment, security, and love. Join hundreds of Catholic teens at Steubenville Main Campus on June 25-27, 2027, to be transformed by the love of Christ.
All rising freshmen in high school through rising freshmen in college are invited to attend this retreat with our group.
Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/steubenville2027, or contact Jacie Lussetto, youth minister at Stella Maris, for more information at jlussetto@stellamarisfamily.org.
The conference costs $290 to attend, and a $50 down payment is due when you reserve your spot. We have 12 spots available, and registration closes on May 21, 2027.
A place For teens in 9th-12th grade
High School Youth Ministry
Teens in 9th-12th grade are invited to join us for our High School Youth Ministry nights! We gather on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month. Gather for fellowship, formation, and fun! Our kickoff event for the 2026/27 year will be on Sunday, August 30th, and run through Sunday, May 2nd.
Fellowship for 6th-8th graders
Jr. High Youth Ministry
Our Jr. High Youth Ministry invites all 6th-8th graders to join in fellowship and fun as we dive deeper into our relationships with the Lord. Each of our events will take place from 6:30-8:30 pm at Stievenard Hall on the St. Bernadette campus. Our first Jr. High night is on Saturday, October 24, 2026.
Confirmation Prep
IGNITE
IGNITE is a dynamic youth ministry approach to Confirmation formation for eighth graders. Candidates from the Family of Parishes will gather once per month for an evening session on a particular topic as they prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation. IGNITE will take place on the 2nd Sunday of the Month from 6–8 p.m. at St. Thomas More and starts on September 13, 2026. Confirmation will take place on Wednesday, April 21, 2027.
For Grades 9th-12th
Become Catholic for Teens
Become Catholic for Teens at Stella Maris prepares 9th-12th graders to receive the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation) at the Easter Vigil each year. This program is specifically designed for teens who have not yet been baptized or have been baptized in another Christian faith.
Register by September 1, 2026.
Have questions?
Contact Jacie Lussetto
Jacie Lussetto is our coordinator of youth ministry. You can reach her at jlussetto@stellamarisfamily.org.