This fall, Blessed Sacrament is launching three new groups for our children, inspired by Schoenstatt spirituality — building on what we've already begun exploring together through the Our Lady of Schoenstatt Project. These groups give our boys and girls a place to grow closer to God and Mary, build real friendships, learn about their faith, and serve others — all while having fun together.
Groups:
Boys' Group — 5th through 7th grade
Boys' Group — 8th grade through sophomore year
Girls' Group — 5th through 8th grade
What to Expect at a Meeting
Each gathering runs about two hours and includes:
Fun time — games, activities, and time to just be kids together
Sharing time — a chance to talk about how the week has gone, the highs and the lows
Faith topic — a short, discussion-based presentation led by an adult volunteer
Discussion & activities — working through the topic together, as a group and individually
Personal resolution — each child sets a small, concrete goal to carry into the next two weeks
Closing prayer — praying together and sharing intentions for one another
Our Inspiration
These groups draw on the Schoenstatt Movement's long tradition of boys' and girls' branches — small communities where children grow together in friendship with God and devotion to Mary. Madison is home to the first Schoenstatt Founder Shrine built in the United States, dedicated in 1953, making this spirituality a meaningful part of our own local Catholic heritage.