Edge With Purpose
Middle School Youth Ministry (Grades 6-8)
“Life with Christ is a wonderful adventure”
- Pope St. John Paul II
The goal of the Our Lady of the Assumption Middle School Youth Ministry is to provide a place where all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders feel welcome and lloved so they can grow in their faith, deepen their relationship with Christ, and build community with their peers.
What is Edge with Purpose?
Our offering for Middle School Youth Ministry is Edge with Purpose. In Edge with Purpose, we strive to create an environment where our middle schoolers can deepen their knowledge of the faith, grow in relationship with Christ, and build community with their peers. Using Life Teen’s middle school program, Edge, along with their confirmation program Purpose, the teens will receive the foundational preparation they need to move to the next step in their faith journey of confirmation.
Edge with Purpose meets weekly on Sunday evenings from 6:30 to 8pm, after the 5:30 Mass. We also have opportunities for retreats, service projects, and other activities and fun events offered throughout the year!
Registration for the 2025-26 Year
Upcoming
October 19th - Heaven Meets Earth
A night diving deeper into the Sacraments and how they are vessels of grace.
October 26th - Halloween Party
Join us for a fun Halloween themed night! Wear your costume and get ready for games, candy, and community—plus a look into the Catholic roots behind All Hallows' Eve!
November 2nd: Alive in Christ
Join us for a night of deeper reflection on the Sacraments of Baptism and Reconciliation. Together, we’ll explore how the graces of these sacraments are at work in our lives and how they empower us to boldly live the new life Christ won for us through His death and resurrection.
November 9th: Source and Summit
Come spend an evening diving into the beauty of the Mass! Join Fr. Nick as he guides us through a step-by-step exploration of the Mass, helping us understand how and why the Eucharist is truly the source and summit of our Catholic faith.
Volunteers Needed
If you are interested in volunteering with our Edge with Purpose program contact our Middle School Youth Minister, Nick Ables.
Archdiocesan Safe Environment Training
The Archdiocese of Atlanta is committed to helping children and young people learn and grow in a healthy and safe environment. OLA Parish complies with diocesan safe environment policies and procedures.
Training for Children
In accordance with the U.S. Bishop’s Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People, the program Protecting God’s Children – Teaching Touching Safety (commonly referred to as “Virtus”) is used in the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Students in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade participate in a safety lesson in their first year and once they move up to the next grade group.
Before registering your child for Edge it is required that you read the VIRTUS information that can be found by clicking here.
Training for Adults
The Safe Environment training for Adults of the Archdiocese of Atlanta includes training in how to recognize, prevent and report abuse. All employees, and volunteers who regularly work with minors, receive this initial training, as well as ongoing training and background screening. The Code of Conduct, Sexual Abuse Policy, Ministerial Standards for Clergy, Educators and all Working with Children and Vulnerable Individuals, Social Media Policy as well as the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People are available at the diocesan website at www.archatl.com. An overview of the children’s training, parent guide, and lesson plans are also available on the diocesan website. Click here for VIRTUS safe environment information.
Contact Us
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Maria Thomas
Family and Youth Formation Ministries Pastoral Council Commission Head