The Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields is an Episcopal parish in the Diocese of Pennsylvania that is centered on the worship of God, the ministry of all baptized persons, and the call to be agents of Christ’s love in the world.
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Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields
8000 St. Martin’s Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19118
215.247.7466

The Rev. Louis H. Temme

OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE: Grades 6-12

Building on the foundation acquired in the church school program, St Martin’s adolescents begin to engage reason as they attempt to live with Christian moral values in a culture that does not always support that. To aid that process, we use the ‘Journey to Adulthood’ program for students in grades 6 and 7 and are beginning a new class for those in eighth grade and above.

In addition to Sunday mornings, there will be periodic gatherings for other activities including overnights, movies, opportunities for community service, and events with other young people from around the Diocese.

Grades 6 & 7 - Rite 13
The Rite 13 curriculum assists young people as they take the first steps of passage away from their families and into their own lives. During these two years, the community acknowledges the gift of gender, celebrates the amazing crea- tive power and potential for these young people, and creates a safe haven for young people to explore and question their beliefs. The Rite 13 leaders are Susan Davis, Cheryl Irving, and Jim Sicks.

Grades 8 - 12 - Youth Forum
The Youth Forum, a new venture beginning this year, takes the baptismal covenant as its framework, inviting partici- pant s to explore the ethical and faith dimensions of current issues facing both the world as a whole and students’ lives in particular. The Youth Forum leaders are Dick Dupuis, Pam Hill, and Anita Kinsley.

Confirmation (This class meets during Lent and Eastertide, 2010)
The Rite of Confirmation is reserved for those who have demonstrated their commitment to engage actively and faith- fully the Christian life within the community of faith. Young people active in the parish youth program may apply to be confirmed at any time, but this usually reserved for those sixteen years or older. Michael Prell, members of the staff, and other parishioners will lead the class.

Acolytes
To serve as an Acolyte is an important ministry that young people can offer in the worship and fellowship at St Martin’s. Young people 3rd or 4th grade and above who are interested in serving as acolytes should contact the Reverend Beth Hixon, Associate Rector. Training is offered on an as-needed basis for new acolytes.