Maybe it’s because these games immediately evoke a reaction – be it laughter or gagging – from a sometimes apathetic and lethargic group of teenagers. Maybe it’s because we are able to relate the caramel onion to the reality of sin; it may look good but it’s actually disgusting. Or maybe it’s just because after a week of parent phone calls, late permission slips, and teens texting through an entire teaching . . . a disgusting icebreaker is our way of saying, “I win.”
What do ketchup, spam, ho ho’s, peanut butter, eggs, soap, and pickles have in common? They make awesome games for youth ministry! Spring is fast approaching and for many in youth ministry that means (even more so now) teens will be away on vacation, involved in athletics, preparing for final exams and beginning their summer jobs. As always, families must coordinate schedules and get togethers. By the time it hits Sunday, most people are more likely to be found in bed rather than going to Mass. It is our job to get them there and to be excited about our faith. Why not spice up your life night with some wild and messy activities.
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The goal of this Edge Night is to have fun and build fellowship and community at Edge.
Goal for the Life Night: The goal of this night is to build community among the teens, and have fun playing games and eating cereal. Life Night at a Glance: Social Life Nights are an important part of semester planning. Not only do they break up the semester theme, they help build community within the group. Social Nights also give the Core Members and youth ministers an opportunity to practice relational ministry. This social night is easy to create and pull off, even those with limited funds. Who
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Objective: The goal of this Edge Night is to give the middle school youth a better understanding of the history of Halloween. This nightwill also give the middle school youth an opportunity to have an alternative “Holy-ween” party. Overview: Before Christianity came to Europe, the eve of November 1st was a common day of celebration for many Celtic tribes living in modern-day Great Britain. In preparation for the beginning of winter, the people of the land would ring in the new year by celebrating
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Objective: The goal for this session is to give the middle school youth an opportunity to grow in community and welcome all the sixth grade youth to the Edge family. Overview: Social Nights are a great way to engage the middle school youth. These nights not only break up the catechesis during the semester, but they give the Core an opportunity to practice relational ministry. Social nights also give each of the youth an opportunity to get to know others in their community. They are able to build