The Eighth Day begins the new creation. We are living in the Eighth Day; a phrase used to refer to God's ongoing work of redemption through Jesus Christ in the day that knows no evening (CCC 1166). Jesus came to teach us how to live, suffered and died for our sins, and conquered death through His Resurrection.

The summer of 2012, we will journey into the reality of Christ's redemption and what it means for our lives today! And as we enter into the many challenges we face as Christians today, Isaiah 43:1 reminds us to fear not! Our God, who created us, is calling us by name, offering us the gift of redemption, and claiming us for Himself to protect and love. Join us summer 2012 to dive deeper into this great love!

Steubenville East Youth Conference 2012

Registration is now open for an important event in our St. Rose youth ministry calendar. Each year we join 2500 teens and chaperones from across the northeast to explore our faith. It has been a strong witness to all of us how amazing our Catholic faith truly can be in helping to shape who we are and who we want to be. This will be my 12th trip with our group and each year I am inspired to reach out and encourage as many of our teens to go as possible. We have a great team of youth ministers at St. Rose who work hard each week to help our teens understand how our faith can help them in everyday life. This weekend can be a great start for someone exploring or a great "pick me up" for someone struggling. Please follow the instructions below to register for this weekend. I encourage you to discern this trip through prayer. Make this something you do because you want to experience our faith. I am sure that if you choose to be with us this weekend it will be fun and exciting! Should you have any questions or concerns just let me know. I pray God blesses you and your family as well as all who attend YG at St. Rose and all who are planning this wonderful event to lead teens closer to Christ. - Rodd Blessey - Youth Minister

Registration information:

1. Date: July 20-22, 2012. Approx. departure time July 20th is 7:00am and approx. return time is July 22nd at 6:00pm.
2. Location: University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI
3. Cost: $262 per person
Deposits: $62/person, final balance due by May 1st, 2012. No deposits accepted after May 1st, full payment required on registration. Registration is accepted on a first come, first served basis.
Due to the overwhelming interest in the conference and the need for accurate planning, all deposits are non-refundable after May 1st, 2012. There will be no refunds given on any payments after May 1st. Make checks payable to St. Rose Youth Group and note Steubenville East 2012 on your check.
Scholarships are available to those families that can show a need. It has always been our policy to help any family who has a teen that would like to participate in this conference but needs financial assistance. Each individual should include a note to request a scholarship with their registration form. Each of those families needing assistance are encouraged to pay as much as they can afford.
4. The following form must be completed and turned in with your payment:
a. Steubenville East Youth Conference Registration Form 2012
(This form must be turned in with deposit)

Steubenville East  has recently changed to an online process for registration.  I will update this site as more information becomes available.  To secure your spot fill out the Registration form above and turn in with your payment. 

b. 2012 Liability/ Medical Release Form for Steubenville East (Over 18 must complete adult form)
c. Steubenville Diocese of Bridgeport Parish Sponsored Activity Permission & Medical Release Form
d. Steubenville East 2012 Participant Expectations (Code of Conduct) - Teen or Chaperone
5. If a participant will be over the age of 18 prior to the conference he/she must participate in the Protecting God's Children for Adults course. Dates and times are published in the bulletin weekly. This course must be completed by May 1st, 2012.
6. Each participant and an adult must attend our informational meeting prior to the conference. This mandatory meeting will be Tuesday July 17th, 2012 at 7:00pm in the Parish Hall. At this meeting we will give detailed information regarding the conference as well as cover all items needed prior to the trip.
7. Participants and chaperones stay in dorm rooms on campus and the main sessions of the conference will take place in the Ryan Center.
8. Registration includes transportation, housing, all meals except lunch Friday, an Pre-Rally with our CT group, a St. Rose Youth Group t-shirt, a conference t-shirt and a water bottle.
9. Any special dietary needs must be noted with your registration form.

10.  The Conference is open to all teens entering high school through Senior year.  Those entering 9th grade wishing to attend willl be required to meet with a youth minister prior to acceptance on the trip.  Due to the size of the St. Rose group there will be a limited number of teens entering 9th grade attending with our group. 

10. A copy of these instructions can be downloaded here: Registration Instructions 2012.