What is it?

​Spend the day serving the community. We will have a few different projects that we will be working on. Attend 5:00 PM Mass. Spend the night outside in a cardboard box with other teens for a glimpse of what homelessness might be like from the inside out.

Who is it for?
High School teens (Freshman to Senior) are encouraged to participate in the Mission Box Experiece.  Meet teens from other areas while growing in your faith through service to others.  

What should you bring? 
  • Bring Your Own Box to sleep in
  • Sleeping bag/blanket
  • Warm clothing, lawn chair, water bottle, and bagged lunch and food for dinner
  • Registration form due October 15
  • Bring your pledge sheet and money to the event
     ***No alternative shelter provided - a bonfire will be provided for warmth

When and Where?
Please arrive at St. Joseph Church, Apple Creek by 9:00 am on October 19th.  You will be transported to a nearby home for our service project. You will return to the church in time to wash up and attend 5:00 PM Mass. You will spend the night at the church grounds and will need to be picked up by 9:00 am on October 20th.  If you have any questions, you can contact Alex Hermann or Mike Giasi at (573) 883-7200.

Youth Testimony: 

"While this is fun for all of us, in reality I know many people sleep like this daily. It makes me sad to know people are living on streets, while I have life so good. In some ways I see how I take it for granted." 

-Katie, VMY SEMO member 
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  • Click here for the flyer.
  • Click here for the "Teen" liability form.
  • ​Clich here for the "Adult" liability form.
  • Click here for the pledge sheet.​
Begging Tips: 
  • Ask family members, friends, co-workers, teachers, etc.
  • Go with a friend.
  • Ask after Masses on Sunday.
  • Talk with fans at football and volleyball games. 
New Adults
In order to participate in a VMY SEMO event all adults must complete Protecting God's Children education program, as well as a background check.  If you are interested in participating please click on the following link to schedule your training.  Protecting God's Training classes are offered on an on-going basis through the diocese of St. Louis.  Please notify a VMY Director (Alex or Mike) at 573-883-7200 prior to attending class to assist us in making sure your information is properly listed with VMY's ministry.   

Diocese of St. Louis Protecting God's Children Schedule