Middle School Catholic Formation classes are offered on Sunday evenings from 6 - 7:30 PM approximately twice a month.
Middle School Camp 2026
When: November 7-8th
Where: Phantom Ranch Bible Camp, Mukwonago
Who: Current 6th, 7th, & 8th grade Lumen Christi Parish members
Cost: $80
Travel details: Meet at Lumen Christi at 7:30 AM on Saturday 11/7 & return between 2:30/3 PM on Sunday 11/8; carpool with approved drivers
MS Leaders: Sarah Labinski, Middle School Youth Minister & seeking 1 adult male team leader!
What is Camp all about? Middle School Camp is where faith meets adventure! This unforgettable overnight retreat is designed just for middle schoolers, blending the energy of summer camp with powerful encounters with Christ. From high-energy team-building games and a camp-wide parish vs. parish showdown, to inspiring witness talks, dynamic praise & worship, and life-changing moments in Adoration and Mass—every part of the weekend is built to ignite faith, build friendships, and create memories that last long after the campfire fades. Get ready to compete, connect, and encounter something bigger than yourself!
We are PUMPED for this adventure and hope you are too! Camp is $80/person and includes overnight lodging and three meals: Saturday lunch, dinner, and Sunday breakfast. Lumen Christi will cover the cost of travel, lunch on Sunday, and group t-shirts.
Catholic Formation in Middle School (6-8th grade) has 4 components
Mass attendance, Formation, Retreat and Service. Through these we hope to cultivate the opportunity for each student to encounter a personal relationship with our Lord, commit to that relationship with Him and live as His disciple.
1. Mass Attendance
Regular Sunday Mass attendance is expected of our teens and families.
Lumen Christi Mass Times: Saturday: 4:30 PM | Sunday: 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM
St. Francis Borgia Mass Times (Cedarburg): Saturday: 4:30 PM | Sunday. 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 5:00 PM
St. Joseph Mass Times (Grafton): Saturday: 4:00 PM | Sundays: 8:00 AM, 10:30 AM
Out of town? www.masstimes.org will help you find a local Catholic Mass!
2. Formation
Sundays | 6:00-7:30 PM (September - April) | Lumen Christi School Middle School Formation will follow along Loyola Press Finding God Curriculum. Our goal in Middle School Formation is to guide students to grow in prayer, recognize God in their every day life, and in the relevance of their faith through learning scripture, church teachings and the seasons of the Church.
3. Retreats
Retreats are an incredible opportunity to encounter the Lord in ways we haven't yet and hear His voice a bit clearer. We ask that students choose to attend at least 1 of the retreat opportunities we are providing this year. Details and registrations will be provided throughout the year. The retreats are listed in the Formation calendar for you to plan.
4. Service
Feed the hungry, give drink to the thirsty, shelter the homeless, visit the sick, visit the prisoners, bury the dead, give alms to the poor…love one another as I have loved you (John 13:35)
We encounter Christ through the persons we encounter when we serve. This is why we challenge our students to go beyond volunteering and look at how they can SERVE. We ask that middle school students focus less on hours and more on opportunities to serve their neighbor keeping in mind the Corporal Works of Mercy. Middle School students should participate in 6-8 opportunities of service in the year, at least 2 of which serve with or for Lumen Christi Parish. Families are encouraged to serve together. Please reference the service form & weekly flocknote emails for more details.
Middle School Youth Group
All middle schoolers are welcome & you do not have to be Catholic. Please feel free to bring a friend! Youth Group continues all year round! During the school year, it is typically the 2nd Friday of the month.
Upcoming Fall Dates:
Friday, October 2: 6-8 PM The Middle School Youth Group is hosting a night of fun! Come join us for a bonfire and smores. We have several fun games planned for the evening! Location: Northside Pillar Parking Lot