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OYM Hotwire |
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Latest news, events
and updates from the Office of Youth Ministry |
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Adult Formation and Certification |
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The formation of parish youth ministry
leadership is a major priority of the Archdiocesan Office of Youth
Ministry. Whether full-time, part-time paid, or volunteer, the formation
of individuals who work with youth, in particular early and older
adolescents is a critical component in the development of successful
parish programs and safe places for young people to gather and feel
welcomed.
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Advocacy for Youth Ministry Leaders
(Adults and Youth) |
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The Office of Youth Ministry is a primary
advocate of youth ministry leaders, both adults and youth. The
recognition and empowerment of these ministers is an important aspect of
formation. Additionally, the department focuses on empowering adults and
adolescents to use their gifts and resources to strengthen youth
programming throughout the Archdiocese.
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Youth Formation and Programming for
Early and Older Adolescents |
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The Office of Youth Ministry provides
formation through a variety of age specific programs geared to both the
Early Adolescent (grades 6th -8th) and Older Adolescent (9th-12th).
These programs help youth discover their gifts, talents and abilities to
help foster and promote leadership in the footsteps of Jesus Christ as a
Servant-Leader.
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Youth Ministry Archdiocesan
Gatherings and Special Events |
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The Office of Youth Ministry sponsors and
promotes a wide range of conference, gatherings, and special events for
youth and adults. These include participation in both regional and
national conferences.
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Youth Ministry Leader Support &
Spiritual Development |
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Providing opportunities
for continual support and spiritual growth of youth ministry leaders is
a main goal of the Office of Youth Ministry. Through personal visits,
retreats, and monthly gatherings these programs help Youth Ministry
leaders continue their own spiritual development.
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