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Welcome to the EDGE Family!
We are so excited for you to join us. EDGE is an opportunity for middle school students (7th-8th grade) to gather and explore their relationship with Christ and others. EDGE facilitates this through large group activities, praise, and teachings that are followed by small groups to discuss what the students just heard. 
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At EDGE, students gather together to hangout, meet new people, worship with some awesome music, play some of the most ridiculous games you've ever seen, listen to life-changing messages, get connected with caring teen and adult leaders, and get to know God in the process. EDGE is open to ALL Middle School Students, grades 7-8 of any denomination who are interested in learning more about the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Every night is different. Every night is fun. But most importantly every night gives you the opportunity to be in an open honest atmosphere where people will discuss the truth on REAL issues middle schoolers are wondering about today. Come, check it out -- see what everyone’s talking about!
What is EDGE?​

Our faith is not meant to be limited to classroom sessions and memorization. Our faith is meant to be more - to be alive. Through EDGE, our goal is to help your students meet Christ - to have an encounter with God who loves them, cherishes them and desires to have a relationship with them. We want to encourage them to invest in their faith, to form meaningful relationships with peers and to encounter Jesus through the sacraments, through Scripture, through games and activities and through prayer - so that their faith may become truly alive!
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​As the parents, we appreciate and value your support of EDGE and are grateful to be able to partner with you in helping your children meet, know, love and serve Christ!

2018 Spring Schedule (subject to change)

CHOICES (January 07 - April 29, 2018)
All of our decisions in life lead us in one direction or another. Even choosing not to choose is making a decision. Choices dives into the very beginning of decision making and morality. It will cover what it means to make a good decision and why humanity has the ability to make decisions. The youth will learn about the consequences of actions as well as what it looks like to live a life of virtue and how the way we live affects society as a whole.

Date
Topic
Type
Host//Speaker
Parent Letter
07 Jan.
EDGE Winter Kick-Off!
Social
​Jordan//Jordan
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14 Jan.
Black and White (Introduction to Theme)
Social
​​Jordan//Jordan
​.pdf
21 Jan.
Road Map: On Morality
Catechetical
​Jordan//Jordan
.pdf
28 Jan.
Build Up or Break Down: On Virtue and Sin
Catechetical
​​Jordan//Jordan
.pdf
04 Feb.
NO EDGE (February Confirmation Retreat)
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11 Feb.
Desert Wanderer: ​On the Season of Lent
Catechetical
​Jordan//Jordan
.pdf
25 Feb.
Boundaries: On the Law
Catechetical
​Jordan//Erika
​.pdf
04 Mar.
Power Up: Grace, Justification & the Church
Catechetical
Jordan//Bruce
.pdf
11 Mar.
Working Together: On Society
Catechetical
Andrew//TBD
.pdf
18 Mar.
EDGE - WI Catholic Youth Rally, MS Edition
Retreat
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25 Mar.
The Great Three Days: ​On the Holy Triduum
Catechetical
Bruce//Andrew
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08 Apr.
Divine Mercy XLT (2:00-4:00 pm)
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15 Apr.
​Facetime: Social Media
Issue
Andrew//Karri
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22 Apr.
Healthy, Happy, & Holy
Issue
Bruce//Andrew
​​.pdf
29 Apr.
I Wanna be Like Christ
Issue
Andrew//Bruce
.pdf
06 May
4:00pm EDGE & Life Teen Spaghetti Dinner 
Social
Andrew
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

I keep hearing about large group.  What is that?
EDGE impacts your middle schooler through two avenues: large group and small group gatherings. The large group gatherings are held in the Life Teen Cafe, where students first meet to interact in games and vibrant worship, as well as learn from an inspirational speaker. The goal of large group is to set up fun and meaningful discussions that take place in small group gatherings.
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What is a small group?
Small groups provide the fuel that drives students to make good choices during the week. Ideally led by an adult leader and a high school mentor. Each small group includes students from the same school grade and gender. This gives them the opportunity to develop a group of Christian friends close to home, which leads to further encouragement and accountability. Our goal is that each small group remains together for the whole school year. On occasion, a group that grows too large will be split.
How do I volunteer to become part of EDGE?
Becoming a small group leader is a fun and exciting way to stay engaged with your own middle school student. We absolutely encourage parents to become small group leaders—and, with our rapidly expanding student ranks, we need you—but we do not permit parents to lead their own children during EDGE. Some students need more space than others and are far more likely to be candid in small group discussions when parents are not present. We’ll help find the best fit for you, as well as the right place to maximize your student’s experience in EDGE.
How can I, as a parent, get involved with EDGE?
We’re glad you asked! There are a lot of ways to participate in the fun as you experience your own spiritual growth through serving. You can start by asking your student’s small group leader how you can support him or her. If you want to do more, consider becoming a small group leader. For more information, click on "Support" in the top menu.
How is my child's small group leader or group chosen?
Small group leaders volunteer to participate and then go through an interview/approval process before being selected to lead students. This process includes completion of the Archdiocesan "Safe Environment Training" and a background check every five years.
Can my child bring a friend to EDGE?
Absolutely! In fact, we encourage it. EDGE is designed to be fun and inspirational for every middle school student. We’re thrilled when your student is excited to share what he or she is experiencing at church. Middle school is a critical time when relationships can begin to get messy and emotionally challenging. Developing spiritual strength now will influence critical choices in the future and help to form friendships upon a foundation of faith in Christ.
What if my child doesn't have a small group yet?
After large group, your student will go to On-Deck in the Life Teen Cafe to learn more about EDGE and how we operate. After on-deck, they will be assigned to a small group.
What is On-Deck?
We all know how it feels to be a first-timer who is not quite at ease. On-Deck takes the “awkward” out of “trying to fit in.” Designed specifically for students who do not yet have a small group of their own, it is a transitional environment that bridges the gap. When large group dismisses to small groups, your student will go to On-Deck for two weeks. Then, based on grade, gender, and school, he or she will be introduced to a permanent small group.