Welcome to Saint Jude the Apostle EDGE!
EDGE is our Middle School Youth Group that seeks to provide all Middle School students a fun and supportive community, no matter which school they attend. EDGE provides a safe space for teens to encounter Christ, explore their faith, and develop an intentional relationship with God.
- Build Catholic friendships & community.
- Provide faith-filled mentorship from our Core Team.
- Have a personal encounter with Christ & begin to engage with God in prayer.
- Instill a desire to participate in the Sacraments & Life of the Church.
- Develop Catholic leaders that will continue their journey in faith & community through Confirmation & Life Teen.
Registration for the 2025-2026 EDGE year is now open!
Sacramental preparation for your middle school child
During the middle-school years, it is important for parents to understand the sacramental preparation necessary for their children to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation in high school.
In the Archdiocese of Atlanta, a teen can be prepared to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation in the 10th grade year of high school after completing two years of religious education. Each parish may set the parameters of the two-year formation period that best serves their parish community.
Saint Jude the Apostle’s Confirmation program provides formation during the 9th-grade year, with the Confirmation Mass celebrated at the beginning of the 10th-grade year. Therefore, for families who desire their child to receive Confirmation, the necessary sacramental preparation must occur during the 7th and 8th grade years.
At Saint Jude the Apostle, a teen candidate may register and participate in their 9th grade of high school if one of the following/or a combination of offerings is completed:
+ two years of participation in the Edge middle school program (offered to 6th, 7th, and 8th graders)
+ two years of enrollment at a Catholic school, archdiocesan, private, or homeschool hybrid
+ homeschool curriculum approved by Saint Jude the Apostle’s Director of Religious Education
Sacramental Preparation for Confirmation
Our Youth Ministry program is built on relationships, spiritual growth, and a sense of belonging. Regular attendance is essential for students to fully experience community, deepen their faith, and grow together in Christ. This attendance policy is designed to encourage consistency and commitment, while recognizing that occasional absences may happen.
Attendance at Edge
Students are expected to attend all regularly scheduled youth ministry meetings, events, and small group sessions.
Reporting Absences
To ensure accurate records and understanding, parents or guardians should notify the youth ministry leader before the missed session whenever possible. Notifications can be made via email or a quick call.
Our Commitment
We are committed to our youth ministry program being fun, meaningful, and a safe space where every student feels known and valued. We believe that consistency builds strong faith and lasting friendships—and we’re here to support your child on that journey.
Edge Youth are:
Respectful
“I will respect my peers, adult leaders, and the church space. I will listen when others are speaking and follow directions the first time they are given.”
Kind
“I will treat others the way I want to be treated—with compassion, patience, and care. I understand that bullying, teasing, or excluding others is not acceptable.”
Open
“I will come with a positive attitude, ready to grow in my faith. I will be open to learning, sharing, and trying new things, even if they are outside my comfort zone.”
Engaged
“I will participate in EDGE nights, small groups, games, prayer, and activities. I understand that my presence and participation matter to the group and help build our community.”