Hi-League (Grades 9-12)
Going deeper in our faith so that it shapes lives of meaning and purpose.
Update on In-Person Activities
Due to Covid-19, all in-person gatherings have been postponed. Please contact the Director of Youth Ministry, Geoff Arenson at 612.767.2212 or by email with questions.
Growing in Your Faith
Our youth are not the future of the church; they are the church now! There is no better time or place to instill a sense of Christian purpose, and no time when our youth need more support in navigating the transition to adulthood, than in high school. For this reason, our Hi-League groups offers significant opportunities to grow socially and spiritually in a safe and supportive environment. Our weekly events are held at both campuses and include fun social events, educational nights, service opportunities, and retreats. Our weekly meetings are places of deep learning, sharing, and lots of fun, and they end each night with devotions led by the Youth Staff. You do not need to sign up for events, you can simply show up. Bring your friends – everyone is welcome!
Circle of Friends
Circle of Friends is a social based program that partners special needs teenagers from around the metro with high school students from Mount Olivet. We do a variety of activities throughout the year both at Mount Olivet and around the community such as bowling, shopping, games, and dances. From October through April, Circle of Friends meets every Monday from 6:30-8:00pm at the Minneapolis campus. Program space is limited!
Click here to download the Circle of Friends Spring 2020 schedule.
Interested in joining or have questions about Circle of Friends contact Annie Moynihan at 612-767-2211 or by email.
MO United
MO United brings Mount Olivet West Hi-Leaguers and Mount Olivet Rolling Acres residents together for community and relationship building activities hosted at the Mount Olivet Rolling Acres Gym. MO United meets for two, 8-week sessions – Fall and Spring. MO United meets on Thursday evenings, 6:30-8:00pm in the Rolling Acres Gym by the West Campus. Regular attendance during the 8 week sessions is required. Volunteers may participate in one or both Fall/Spring sessions. Fall session: Oct/Nov. Spring session: Feb/Mar.
Click here to download the Spring 2020 schedule for MO United.
Interested in joining or have questions about MO United contact Kate Belschner at 952.767.1502 or by email.
Hands & Feet
Hands and Feet is a service project that helps others in the community by partnering with local non-profit organizations such as; Community Emergency Services(CES) and Our Saviour’s Housing. We provide monthly opportunities to volunteer with Hands & Feet. You determine your involvement! This a great way to become involved at Mount Olivet if you have a busy schedule.
Click here to download the Hands & Feet Schedule.
For questions about volunteering with Hands & Feet contact Geoff Arenson
MO Hoops
Mount Olivet students ages 9 – 12 grade are encouraged to join M.O. Hoops if you are looking for a fun and competitive intramural basketball league. Holy Hoops is the name of the league Mount Olivet belongs to. All games are played on Sunday afternoons from January – March. Typically we meet at church to travel to our game destination at 12noon and return to Mount Olivet at 4pm.
If you are interested in joining our church basketball team contact Geoff Arenson
COP Counselors/Workstaff
To receive an assignment in the Summer of 2020, all Counselor or Workstaffer are required to have earned 5 COP credits AND attend the COP informational meeting on Sunday, March 8 from 6:30-8:30pm.
Credits may be earned by attending 5 Hi-Leagues between September 9 and May 3
Any active participants in year-long activities will earn 2 credits for their participation. Other credit opportunities are available- reach out to us to inquire! We make these requirements because we want to see you and be in relationship with you!
In addition:
Each Counselor must attend a small group session and have an interview with Kristi Youngdahl.
Each Workstaffer is required to attend a Workstaff training.
If you have any Cathedral of the Pines related questions, please contact Camp Director, Kristi Youngdahl at 612.767.2215 or by email.