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Our youth ministry program references the “Renewing the Vision: A Framework for Youth Ministry (RTV)” approved by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops as a guide.
The RTV guidelines are as follows:
Three Goals for Ministry with Adolescents
First, empowering young people to live as disciples of Jesus Christ;
Second, drawing them into responsible participation in the Catholic Church;
Third, fostering their personal and spiritual growth.
“For I know well the plans I have in mind for you…to give you a future full of hope” Jer 29:11
Seven Themes of a Comprehensive Vision – A comprehensive framework for youth ministry much be:
Developmentally appropriate,
Family friendly,
Intergenerational,
Multicultural,
Have community-wide collaboration,
Have strong leadership, and
Flexible and adaptable programming for young people.
Eight Components of a Comprehensive Ministry with Young People – An integrated approach to youth utilizes each of the Church’s ministries:
Advocacy,
Catechesis,
Community life,
Evangelization,
Justice and service,
Leadership development,
Pastoral care, and
Prayer and worship.
These ministry components describe the “essence” of ministry with adolescents and provide the Church with eight fundamental ways to minister effectively with adolescents.
Following these guidelines, it is our hope that your high school student will be committed to continue to grow their faith at college, trade schools, or upon entering the workforce.
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