Middle School Youth Ministry

EDGE at St. Joseph Odenton

EDGE is part of LifeTeen, an international Catholic organization dedicated to leading teens closer to Christ through community. Our St. Joseph Odenton EDGE program is filled with incredible retreats, trips, Bible studies, EDGE Nights, and more!

Car Wash Fundraiser

Join us for our Car Wash Fundraiser—come get your car sparkling clean while helping our teens raise funds for upcoming retreats, service projects, and faith-filled events. Every donation makes a difference!

Sunday, June 1, 8am-1pm |

Youth Center

Lake Trip & BBQ

Get ready for a day of sun, water, and fun! Join us for our trip to Guppy Gulch—complete with inflatables, zip lines, swimming, and a delicious BBQ. Don’t miss this awesome summer adventure! Transportation is provided.

Thursday, July 10, 8:30am-4:30pm |

Guppy Gulch (Delta, PA)

Youth Center Clean Up & Pizza Party

Let’s roll up our sleeves and show some love to our youth center! We’ll clean, organize, and then celebrate with a well-earned pizza party. Community service has never been so tasty!

Sunday, August 3, 12:30pm-3:30pm |

Youth Center

Water Balloon Wars

Get ready to soak your friends and beat the heat! Join us for an epic Water Balloon War—full of laughs, splashes, and summer fun. Bring your game face (and maybe a towel)!

Sunday, July 20, 6pm-8pm |

Youth Center

Why EDGE?

Interested in what goes on at EDGE? Check out this awesome video with EDGE’s highlights!

Forms and Resources

Other Summer Trips

2025-2026 EDGE Registration Portal

2025- 2026 EDGE Night Calendar

Parent Life

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