b'Yo u t hContact: Kyle Bomar, Youth & Young Adult Minister | kbomar@ghtc.orgGrace & Holy Trinitys Youth Ministry has included a variety of opportunities for our young people to engage their faith, the church, and the world. Along with the core programs below, a variety of special events and services are included throughout the year.ConfirmationA quarterly retreat model has become the heartbeat of our preparation for confirmation. Students meet with caring adults from the Parish to learn the fundamentals of Confirmation, Christianity, the Episcopal Church, and the meaning of becoming a part of the GHTC community. In 2022, twelve participants were confirmed, and there are more than a dozen in the process to be confirmed in the future.Parents Night OutIn partnership with the Childrens Ministry, these events provide opportunities for our youth to help lead and to have some time in fellowship.Service OpportunitiesThis year, GHTCs youth participated by assisting with the Red Door Ministry at key points throughout the year, and worked in partnership with Shood for three athletic shoe distribution projects.AcolytesThis year we have continued to equip our young people to assist with worship as acolytes, and have expanded the program from five to sixteen.ANNUAL REPORT 2022 | 13'