Asking the Right Questions
By Brad Bursa As a melancholic prone to melancholic fits, I often found myself discouraged as I would leave the parish late each Sunday night. No matter how many “successes” I could point to following …
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9 Action Tips for Listening Success
By Lisa Salas Have you ever struggled with what to say when? Want to have more intentional conversations with teens, parents, friends, or strangers? Pick one or all of the tips to help you have …
Why Are Teenagers the Way They Are?
The teenage years are tumultuous. Would you want to do it again? Me either.
The Cure for the “Retreat High”
One of the most common struggles that I hear about from youth (and that I have experienced many times myself) is the after-effect of what is known as a retreat “high.”
Youth Ministry when you don’t have a youth minister
Youth ministers are an important part of the Church’s endeavors to evangelize and catechize teens today, but, according to a recent study, only 24% of Catholic parishes in the US have a youth minister (CARA, The Changing Landscape of Catholic Parishes).
Understanding Teenagers
If we are going to walk with teenagers, not just preach at them, we need to understand where they are coming from. David Rinaldi helps us take a closer look at everything from brain development to culture and how …
How to Lead a Small Group
Small groups are the recommended context for using YDisciple. But where to start? Matt Reiswig of NET Ministries will share practical advice on how to lead a small group well. Watch Now!
The Secrets to Success in Discipleship
Christina Serna teaches us about two essential secrets to effectively lead and disciple a small group of teenagers. Watch Now!
Loving with Jesus’ Heart – Pro Ecclesia Sancta Sisters
Do you ever feel insufficient when it comes to loving the teens the Lord has entrusted to you? Learn from the Pro Ecclesia Sancta Sisters (Peru) how a devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus can help …
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How to Talk to Middle Schoolers
Middle school is confusing both for the student and for the adults around them. At the same time it is a crucial time in their faith development and we have to engage them authentically in …