Peer Missionaries

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Peer Missionaries

Teens walking with teens.
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What is a Peer Missionary?
- What is a Peer Missionary?
  
  Peer Missionaries are teens who are committed to sharing the gospel with other teens in the parish and beyond.
  
  Peer Missionaries commit to helping with our OCIT program (sacramental preparation) each week as small group assistants. They walk with the teens in their group and share the gospel with them through friendship, example, and testimony.
  
  In this program, teens are formed in leadership and evangelization, and prepared to go out and share the light of Christ with the world.
Why Be a Missionary?
- Why Be a Peer Missionary?
  
  The number one reason is to bring people to life in Christ! Jesus calls each and every one of us to go out and share the good news of his salvation with others; however, many people are intimidated by this commission. Through the peer leadership program, teens will learn how to walk with other teens and evangelize through relationship and love for others.
  
  While sharing the love of Christ is, by far, the most important thing we do, there are a few other benefits to becoming a peer missionary:
  Development of leadership skills
  Volunteer hours
  Leadership role for resumes and college applications
  Partial Steubenville scholarships
Requirements
- Requirements
  
  To serve as a Peer Missionary, you must meet the below requirements:
  Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior in high school
  Must have received all sacraments of initiation (baptism, confirmation, Eucharist)
  Must attend Mass every Sunday and Holy Day and receive reconciliation at least once a year
  Must be a good role model and set a good example
Commitment
- Commitment
  
  Peer Missionaries must be committed to showing up for OCIT every week (barring illness, family emergencies, important school functions) on their scheduled day, from 6:15-8:15pm. We will also have a few team meetings/trainings throughout the year.
Expectations/Code of Conduct
- Expectations/Code of Conduct
  
  I will do my best to show up every week and be on time. If I am not able to make it, I will let Katelyn or Dan know.
  I will behave respectfully and will set a good example for my peers
  I will have a positive, joyful, and humble attitude, and avoid gossiping, judging, and complaining
  I will be welcoming and make by best effort to befriend the teens in RCIT
  I will not ignore the participants to talk to the other peer leaders
  I will follow the no cell-phone policy during program time
  I will be helpful and do the tasks assigned to me by adult leaders
  I will work on growing in my own relationship with God
  I understand that if I am not following these expectations, I will be given a warning. After two warnings, I will be asked to step down.
Apply
- Apply Here!
  
  Peer Missionary applications for 2026-2027 will open in May of 2026! The deadline to apply is July 31, 2026.
  
  After you apply, we will reach out to schedule an interview. This process is in place to help develop your life and leadership skills. It is nothing to be scared or nervous about.
  
  We look forward to hearing from you!
  
  Applications closed