What is Totus Tuus?
Totus Tuus (Latin for "totally yours") is a Catholic youth program dedicated to sharing the Gospel and promoting the Catholic faith through catechesis, evangelization, Christian witness, and Eucharistic worship. Totus Tuus is very similar to what we've done in the past for VBS, including lots of fun and games for all involved! The goal of Totus Tuus is to help young people grow in their understanding of, and strengthen their faith in, Jesus Christ. This goal is accomplished through 5 essential elements:
1. Proclamation of the Gospel--to stir up faith
2. Apologetics--examining the reasons for our beliefs
3. Christian Witness--an experience of Christian living
4. Celebration of the Sacraments--especially the Holy Eucharist and Confession
5. Active Witness of the Missionary Nature of the Catholic Church
When is it?
Save the Dates: Sunday, July 16 - Friday, July 21, 2023
This year we are offering two sessions:
- Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. for students going into grades 1-5
- (Note: please have the students bring their own lunch!)
- For Catholic children going into 1st through 5th grades. The program strives to: Help students be clear and consistent in their faith and shows the children that the humble yet courageous seeking of all believers is to
be based upon the Word of God.
- Sunday (6pm to 9pm – includes dinner), Monday thru Thursday (6:30pm to 9pm) for students going into grades 6-12
- For Catholic youth going into 6th through 12th grades, and includes instruction,
large and small group discussions, quiet meditation, skits, subject related activities,
and prayer and fellowship - Note: dinner will only be provided on Sunday; we will provide snacks the rest of the week.
- For Catholic youth going into 6th through 12th grades, and includes instruction,
How much does it cost?
The total cost is $65 per child. Summer care is available at Good Shepherd for an additional fee, please contact Emma at the school office to register: 763-545-4285. Any parent or adult who volunteers for the whole week will receive one free student registration!
Meal Help Needed!
We are in need of help to provide meals for our Totus Tuus Missionary Team! Please see HERE to sign up!
Where do I sign up?
Register your child for the Morning Program for Grades 1 through 5 HERE.
Register for teens in Grades 6 through 12 for the Evening Program HERE.
Interested in Volunteering? Register HERE. THANK YOU!
For more information or questions, please contact Alex Erickson at [email protected] or call (763) 544-0416 ext. 857.
