Ignatian Teens
Call to Serve, Help to Grow
“Whatever you do for the least of my people, you do for me”
Download a brief survey about Ignatian Teens . Please email your responses to church@stignatiusloyola.org or print, fill out, and return the completed form to Ms. Pat Schneider at the Parish House.
MISSION STATEMENT
To involve teens in the community service that provides self-enrichment as well as service to the community.
OUR VALUES
- We honor the dignity inherent in all people
- Relationships with the disadvantaged bring mutual healing and growth.
- Service is a natural expression of self and defines our oneness with community.
- We are committed to the humble service of others.
- We recognize the value of partnerships in building social justice.
OUR GOALS
A Win/Win Situation
- To foster an understanding of service as a meaningful expression of the human spirit.
- To provide a supportive community where individuals can explore the meaning of spirituality of service.
- To create an environment where teens are passionate about their commitment to social change.
- To create a varied community service program that gives teens the opportunity to follow their personal call to serve.
- To develop inter-parish partnerships to overcome poverty and recognize the dignity of all people.
Calling All Teens: IT Meeting Fr. Anthony SooHoo, S.J., and Ms. Joanne Cunneen invite teens and their parents to a meeting on Sunday, September 12th from 9:30-10:30 AM (before Mass) in the Parish Lounge. Donuts and coffee will be provided. Bring a friend and learn about I-Teen plans for the upcoming year. Your input is welcome!
Please call 212-288-3588 x610 or email it@stignatiusloyola.org for more information or to register.
The first Ignatian Teens event of the fall season will be the Walk for the Poor on Saturday, September 25th. We will join other members of the Parish in this activity sponsored by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. This is a great family activity.
Fr. Anthony SooHoo will preside at a Mass following the walk.
Please call 212-288-3588 x610 or email it@stignatiusloyola.org for more information or to register for this event.