Family of Parishes Youth Minister
By: Diana Devine
diana@stisidore.church
Hi everyone, my name is Diana Devine and I am thrilled to introduce myself as the FOP Youth Minister! I think There are a few fun things I think you should know about me. I love reading, spending time with my family and friends, doing pottery, and playing with my beautiful cat. Movies, music, and art are all a big part of my life. I am the youngest of three girls, and the daughter of some amazing people that I'm lucky to call my parents.
Before I moved to Shelby Township a year ago, I grew up in Canton, MI, where I attended St. Thomas a'Becket parish with my family. While at St. Thomas a'Becket, I was an active member of the youth group from sixth grade all the way up until I graduated from Salem High School. Upon graduation I attended University of Detroit Mercy, where I obtained my Bachelors of Social Work while also studying English. Throughout my time in college, I spent time each week going to St. Edith Parish in Livonia, MI, and volunteered my time to work with their youth group.
Growing up I was a member of a youth group for seven years where I had countless amazing opportunities come my way. In middle school I was asked to be part of the W.I.N.D. Conference planning team before eventually joining the C.Y.O. Youth Council, the group of young people who planned and executed the Rainbow conference. I had the opportunity to hold multiple leadership positions within the youth council, the most prominent being the Rainbow Coordinator.
Through my time in the Catholic community I found myself attending Catholic Heart Workcamp. I attended multiple times as a camper before joining St. Edith’s youth group as a chaperone. The following summer, I joined the summer staff of CHWC. I have attended camp almost every summer since I was a junior in high school, so some may say I love camp. This mission experience was one I have been honored to be a part of and I cannot wait to share the experience with even more teens.
I have always thought of the Catholic youth not the future of our church, but the present. I am looking forward to creating an environment for teens to feel comfortable to talk and grow in their faith with one another. I am so excited to begin this new adventure with Disciples Unleashed and cannot wait to get started!
RISE DETROIT - February 4 9:00 am - 7:15 pm Mercy High School, Farmington Hills
GENERAL REGISTRATION
All 9-12th graders are invited to attend RISE! Teens must be accompanied by an adult chaperone (youth minister, high school campus minister, teacher, pastor, parent, etc.)
The event will take place on Sunday, February 4, 2024, from 9:00 am -7:15 pm at Mercy High School in Farmington Hills. The speakers include Pat Millea, Bishop Quinn, and Fr. Mario Amore! Activities include keynotes, powerful music and worship experiences, two workshop opportunities, small group discussion, and Liturgy!
Standard Admission: $35 for all participants: teens and adults. Includes lunch and dinner!
Registration will remain open until 1/29/24.
For additional information contact Diana Divine at 586.745.9512 or diana@stisidore.church
GENERAL REGISTRATION
All 9-12th graders are invited to attend RISE! Teens must be accompanied by an adult chaperone (youth minister, high school campus minister, teacher, pastor, parent, etc.)
The event will take place on Sunday, February 4, 2024, from 9:00 am -7:15 pm at Mercy High School in Farmington Hills. The speakers include Pat Millea, Bishop Quinn, and Fr. Mario Amore! Activities include keynotes, powerful music and worship experiences, two workshop opportunities, small group discussion, and Liturgy!
Standard Admission: $35 for all participants: teens and adults. Includes lunch and dinner!
Registration will remain open until 1/29/24.
For additional information contact Diana Divine at 586.745.9512 or diana@stisidore.church