Youth Programs

Boy Scouts - Dan Wilson
Troop 2 welcomes boys (ages 11 - 17) to outdoor adventure, leadership training, service projects and fun. Boy Scouts meet every Thursday night.www.troop2.org

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Cub Scouts - Carmel Bradley
Individual dens in Cub Scouts meet twice a month; the pack meets once a month and sponsors one pack event monthly. Pack 2

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CLE - Kathryn Thomas
Catholic Leadership Experience - High-school students in the parish who are enrolled in public school or who are home-schooled are invited to participate in four "field trips" during the academic year. Absence from school on these days is excused, as per Pennsylvania state law. Outings include a day of service and a retreat.

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CYO - Len Alansky
Catholic Youth Organization -This program offers athletic opportunities to boys and girls in grade school, middle school, and high school. All teams and coaches must abide by the guidelines set forth by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

Wish to direct your United Way contributions to CYO? Simply indicate St. Joseph CYO, Downingtown, No. 01636 on your United Way form.

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Girl Scouts - Maria McGill
Offers friendship, outdoor adventure, and new experiences to girls from Kindergarten through 8th grade.

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JAM - Ken Chrusch
Link to JAM WEBSITE
St Joseph's Adolescent Ministry - This group offers a broad selection of spiritual, service, and social opportunities for students in grades 7 - 8 from any school, parish, or faith. JAM youth nights are on most Wednesday’s from 7 PM to approx. 8:45 PM where we dive into our Faith in a way that is engaging and interactive.

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JP2CREW - Ken Chrusch
Link to JP2CREW WEBSITE
(Pope John Paul II-Our patron) Catholics Responding to the Eternal Word -This high-school ministry program is open to students in grades 9-12 from any school, parish, or faith. The group meets weekly on most Sundays after the 4 PM Mass until 7pm. JP2CREW also sponsors service projects, retreats, and socials throughout the year. Check us out any time!

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Little Flowers - Tresa Eells
This group of girls in grades 1 - 5 meet from 3 - 4:30 pm in the Parish Meeting Center on the first Monday of the month to discuss the lives of the saints. Meetings include crafts, games, snacks, and other activities.

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Squires (Columbian) - Bill McDonald
The Columbian Squires, the junior order of the Knights of Columbus, promotes leadership skills in boys in middle school and high school. The squires raise funds for charity, and support the Knights with some of their functions. Meetings are held one Monday night a month.

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Vacation Bible Adventure (VBA) - Kathryn Thomas
This program offered in June features Bible lessons, games, music, crafts, and snacks. It is open to students entering kindergarten through grade 7. Teens are invited to volunteer as aides.