Saint Anthony’s Parish
Office of Youth Ministry
“GROWING IN FAITH TOGETHER”
301-855-0897
April 1, 2013
Dear Parents/Guardians,
The “Gift” Program is alive and well at St. Anthony’s Parish!!
The purpose of this letter is two-fold: to encourage 8th grade Faith Formation students to join our
''GIFT'' program or to re-register our current members.
This program provides an opportunity for high school students to continue to grow in the faith of the
Catholic Church and celebrate it with their peers.
Our program is curriculum based to cover areas of morality, prayer, Liturgy, Sacraments, service,
leadership and much more. This is shared through discussions, skits, prayer experiences, music and
social activities. Some of our events include Christmas Caroling in December for the senior citizens
and participating in our annual “Souper Bowl of Caring” to feed the hungry in our community. Our
biggest event and success is our annual weekend retreat the end of February.
Many teens are faithful to coming to sessions twice a month on Sunday evenings. Some have come
sporadically due to numerous conflicts. Whenever your teen can come, they are most welcomed. I
hope they will see this as an enjoyable commitment in their lives as so many of our teens do.
If you have a child being Confirmed this year, I hope you will encourage him/her to see that there is
life in their Church after Confirmation, just for them, by registering for “GIFT”.
Please fill out the Registration form and return by June 9th, as we need to plan for next school year.
The fees are the same as the Faith Formation Program. You may return this with your child when
they come to class, drop in Debbie’s box at the office or mail. We expect all registrations and
tuition to be turned in by June 9, 2013. After this date there will be a $30.00 late fee which will
be enforced. If you have a situation that may require help with these fees, please contact Debbie
Wheeler or Father Russell before June 9th to discuss options. At no time should any family not be part
of our programs because of financial situations.
 $ 80.00 for one child,
 $130.00 for two children
 $165.00 for three or more children
Please make checks payable to: St. Anthony’s Parish
Thank you for your support and encouragement as we strive to continuously form these young people
as Disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be holy people.
Sincerely,
Debbie Wheeler
Coordinator of Youth Ministry