Youth


Youth group skating



Youth group skating

On Sunday 14 January, middle school members of Cathedral Youth Group — along with a smattering of friends, parents and younger siblings — took advantage of lovely winter conditions and went for an evening skate around Fredericton’s newest ice track at Officers’ Square. Warm apple cider and cookies were also enjoyed. Such a blessing and […]

Mess Makes Meaning Godly Play Podcast



Mess Makes Meaning Godly Play Podcast

Caring for young children’s spirituality is a delicate balance and can often be made more difficult when we grown-ups don’t care for ourselves.  Struggling through religious or church-related trauma or even feelings of inadequacy when it comes to answering our children’s big questions.  Mess Makes Meaning aims to equip parents/caregivers to remind them and their […]

Understanding the cultural realities of children and youth today



Understanding the cultural realities of children and youth today

Janet Craswell and Angela Pupino say ministries with children and youth were severely impacted by the pandemic and are still rebuilding in most churches. They say a truly intergenerational church must embrace the voices and concerns of younger people and acknowledge the unique cultural realities that shape the lives. There are very few intergenerational spaces […]

Diocese focuses lens on young adult formation



Diocese focuses lens on young adult formation

The Diocese of Fredericton is expanding the Special Ministries supported by the Synod. The position of Director of Young Adult Formation has recently been created, recognizing a need for support for teens and young adults in their faith journeys. Kurt Schmidt has been selected to fill this part-time role, providing leadership and pastoral care, with […]

Engaging Children Through Active Wondering



Engaging Children Through Active Wondering

Tanya Campen describes how engaging children through active wondering creates space for them to share freely and nurtures honest conversation. She equips teachers and guides to shepherd children in the holy work of active wondering.   https://www.churchleadership.com/leading-ideas/engaging-children-through-active-wondering/?utm_source=CC&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=LI20230607

Helping to ‘TP the Town’!



Helping to ‘TP the Town’!

Thank you to everyone at the Cathedral who donated toilet paper and hygiene supplies to the 7th annual TP The Town campaign! This spring, Fredericton High School students partnered partnered with community groups, churches, and other schools to collect toilet paper and as many feminine care and personal hygiene products as possible. Monetary donations were […]