Component of Youth Ministry

Youth Ministry ... happens comprehensively

Youth ministry is more than programs and events. It is “the response of the Christian community to the needs of young people, and the sharing of the unique gifts of youth with the larger community.” (A Vision of Youth Ministry, p. 6, quoted in RTV 1). To be most effective, this is a ministry to, with, by, and for young people that involves their families, their parish community, and the larger community. At the heart of ministry with young people is the presence of caring, supportive relationships where youth experience the Good News in the flesh.

A comprehensive approach to youth ministry utilizes the eight components identified in Renewing the Vision: A Framework for Youth Ministry as a framework: advocacy, catechesis, community life, evangelization, justice and service, leadership development, pastoral care, and prayer and worship. These components guide our efforts in proclaiming the Good News, connecting young people with the faith community, and calling our young people to the challenge of discipleship. Learn More about Catholic Youth Ministry…

In responding to the needs of the Catholic youth ministry community, the NFCYM is developing and compiling resources for each of the component areas. Continue to check back with us as this effort and resource area grows.