Scouting Program
St. St. Elizabeth hosts various scouting groups based on age and interests of our young parishioners. Contact Mary Spieker at 610-266-0695 ext 208
- 618 Fullerton Avenue • Whitehall, PA 18052
- info@sercc.org
- 610-266-0695
Youth Group
Our youth group focuses on the three themes of service, spirituality, and social. Activities are planned twice a month on Sundays for students in 6th through 11th grades. The youth group has made fudge with the pastor; hosted Seder suppers; held game nights; gone on outings and retreats. Call the office for more information.
The P.R.E.P. Program is for all parishioners Kindergarten through 8th grade enrolled in public schools who desire to continue learning and celebrating the Sacraments. Children are instructed in the beliefs, traditions, practices, and teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
Through the Prep program, children will receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation, First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Call Mrs. Spieker for registration info. 610-266-0695 x208
Vacation Bible school comes every June with kid-centered activities. Join us for a week of learning, snacks, and fun as we deepen our faith.
Children from Kindergarten to age 8, are invited to the Chapel to participate in “C.L.O.W.” during the 10:00 Mass on Sundays. Children hear and talk about age appropriate Bible readings, and are invited to pray for their special needs as well as those of the church and community. The children are invited up as a group before the first reading and return to their parents in the main church after the Prayer of the Faithful.
The purpose of C.L.O.W. is threefold:
To have an adapted liturgical celebration centered on the Sunday readings which the main congregation will hear, but which has been simplified in wording and enhanced in symbol
to lead the children into the Liturgy of the Word
and to gradually lead the children to full, conscious, and active participation in the Sunday Mass
Children’s Liturgy of the Word is held weekly from September to June.
Sports Activities
St Elizabeth provides our youth with ample opportunities for parishioners to participate in C.Y.O. (Catholic Youth Organization) and seasonal sports. We have cheer leading, volleyball, cross country, basketball, baseball, softball, and track & field. Come be a participant or cheer on your favorite team. For information on C.Y.O., contact the school office at 610-264-0143.
Trunk or Treat at St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth annual Halloween "Trunk-or-Treat" is typically held after the Saturday, 4:30 Mass in the large parking lot on Pershing Blvd across from the parish hall. All parish families are invited - both the young and the young at heart!
Decorate your cars with Halloween fun and treats for the kiddies!!
The benefits of "Trunk-or-Treat" are numerous: less walking for little ones, a safer environment for Halloween, celebrating with the community, and fun for everyone! Need ideas? Click here!
Plan on participating next Halloween season.
Volunteer Opportunities
St Elizabeth also has multiple opportunities for our young people to volunteer. Depending on the age of your child, we have Altar Servers and weekend Sacristans, children's bell and singing choirs, as well as many opportunities to work on specific activities such as the monthly Parish Breakfast, annual Basket Social and Parish Festival.
The Diocese of Allentown requires all adult volunteers and employees to fulfill Pennsylvania state and local training and clearances. Church staff is available to help with this simple process. Please contact the Church at 610-266-0695 ext 208 if you are interested in helping.
