Important Documents
Renewing the Vision - this is the latest framework for Catholic Youth Ministry published by the USCCB.
Christus Vivit - Pope Francis’ latest exhortation on young people and the church.
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Paul Jarzembowski from the USCCB discussed "Christus Vivit" on the July 17, 2020 weekly PCL call. Watch his explanation here.
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Download a FREE Abbreviated Study Guide from OSV here
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Order the NFCYM Comprehensive Christus Vivit Study Guide here ($14.98)
The Youth Ministry Newsletter has news, resources and events that are pertinent to anyone working in youth ministry in parishes and middle and high schools.
Join us every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month when youth ministers gather together virtually to talk about the latest events, ask questions, and share ideas about how best to minister to their teens!
The latest notes from the meeting can be found here.
Any recorded presentations can be found here.
Youth must be under adult supervision at all times. Chaperones are expected to support the parish leadership in providing supervision of the youth.
It is recommended that parish Youth Ministers and Chaperones review the Code of Conduct and expectations in compliance with the Archdiocese of Atlanta’s safe environment policies to ensure safety and cooperation.
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Online Resources
Free games, online articles, and blogs
Social Media Suggestions for Today’s Digital Teen compiled by Holy Trinity Youth Ministry
If you are on retreat and need extra priests to hear confessions or say a mass, this is a list of who is willing to lend a hand.
Although it is not required, a small offering is usually given for their time.
Sometimes we need a speaker for an event or a retreat, but our budget is next to nothing. I know there are some youth ministers in the Archdiocese that have given talks in the past who would be happy to help you out!
If you are interested in offering to speak at an event or are looking for one, please fill out the Google Sheet with your information.
A list of retreat centers and camp sites which parishes have used in the Archdiocese of Atlanta over the years, compiled into a usable database.
Resources to use in multicultural ministry and multi-parish ministry.
Various scholarships and grants provided for qualifying youth events and additional areas of potential need.
To place a bulk order of YouCat at a discounted rate, please contact Ignatius Press and tell them you are a church with the Archdiocese of Atlanta.
Ignatius Press
www.ignatius.com – 1-800-651-1531
Discount amount: 20%
Each year, the Atlanta Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women (AACCW) hosts a recognition mass for both an outstanding youth and an outstanding woman from the parishes in the Archdiocese.
A reference guide for the different books and resources you can check out from the Office of Formation and Discipleship library.