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2024 NDDI
Meet the NDDI Class of 2024! Last week, 14 new diocesan directors gathered in Baltimore, Maryland, from April 15 to 18, 2024, for the 2024 New Diocesan Directors Institute (NDDI),
Voices from The Field
Colleen Trevisani Organizational Leader | EducatorCatholic Lay Minister What does “accompany” mean to you? I am thinking that it means to come alongside someone and help lighten their load on
Walking, Encouraging, and Stirring Hearts
From the Episcopal Advisor Most Reverend Nelson J. Perez Archbishop of Philadelphia ACCOMPANY! ACCOMPANY! We hear this a lot in the Church today. But what is it? During his January
The Call to Accompany
From the Executive Director Christina Lamas Accompanying others is at the heart of ministry. It’s a call to walk alongside individuals as they grow in their relationship with Jesus. Jesus
Q&A with Marie Becker
Q&A with Marie Becker Membership Type: Diocesan Member Organization and Position: Office of Evangelization & Catechesis for the Diocese of Baker Tell us a bit about yourself. After a multi-decade
Q&A with Maria “Cooky” Perez-Eraci
Q&A with Maria “Cooky” Perez-Eraci Membership Type: Associate Member Organization and Position: Director of Youth Ministry at Parishes of Oak Park, IL Tell us a bit about yourself. My passion is
NFCYM’s Accompaniment Project Announces Partner Parishes
Forty-Three Parishes Selected to participate in NFCYM’s Accompaniment Project The National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM) is pleased to announce that it has invited forty-three parishes to participate in
Q&A with Sherine Green
Q&A with Sherine Green Membership Type: Associate Member Organization and Position: Director of Youth Faith Formation at Christ Our Light Parish in New Jersey Tell us a bit about yourself.
NFCYM Celebrates Launch of TenX10 and Updated First Things in Youth Ministry
NFCYM Celebrates the Official Launch of TenX10 and Announces an Updated “First Things” Curriculum Today marks a pivotal moment in the history of youth ministry as we proudly announce the
Q&A with Elliot Gualtiere
Q&A with Elliot Gualtiere Membership Type: Associate Member Organization and Position: Dean of Mission and Ministry ay Fairfield Prep (All boys – Catholic Jesuit High School) Tell us a bit
Q&A with Adrian Jackson
Q&A with Adrian Jackson Membership Type: Diocesan Member Organization and Position: Director of the CYO/Youth and Young Adult Ministry Office of the Archdiocese of New Orleans Tell us a bit about
Celebrating NFCYM’s Achievements in FY23
Celebrating NFCYM’s Achievements Another year of ministry and we have YOU to thank for what we accomplished together. As we prepare to enjoy the last few weeks of summer and
A Sunday in October: Uniting Catholic Spirituality and Mental Health
Catholic Parishes and Organizations Invited to Offer Mental Health Resources Recognizing the crucial importance of mental health, Catholic parishes and organizations are invited to host a seminar, resource session, or
Q&A with Center for FaithJustice
Q&A with Stephanie J. Peddicord of Center for FaithJustice Membership Type: Organizational Member Organization and Position: President of Center for Faith Justice Tell us a bit about yourself. A lifelong
Q&A with Pat Clasby
Q&A with Patrick “Pat” Clasby Membership Type: Associate Member Organization and Position: Director of Youth Ministry at St. Patrick Parish in the Diocese of San Diego Tell us a bit
Gratitude for Our Outgoing NFCYM Directors
Thank you! As we approach the conclusion of their term on June 30, 2023, we want to express our sincere gratitude to five directors serving on the NFCYM Board of
Q&A with Kent Schmitz
Q&A with Kent Schmitz Membership Type: Diocesan Member Organization and Position: Associate Director for Ministry with Youth and Young Adults in the Diocese of St. Cloud Tell us a bit
Q&A with Chris Miller
Q&A with Chris Miller Membership Type: Associate Member Organization and Position: Religious Studies Teacher at De La Salle High School in San Francisco, CA Tell us a bit about yourself.
Catholic Scouting is Youth Ministry
Catholic scouting is a dynamic form of youth ministry, blending spiritual growth with adventure, community, and character development. It fosters an environment where young individuals can explore their faith and
Q&A with Alma Leon
Q&A with Alma Leon, Engagement Manager Where are you based? I am based in Los Angeles County, California. How long have you worked for NFYCM? I have worked for NFCYM
2023 NDDI
“Time to break it open, and bring it back to the Diocese!” Last week, a group of 22 new diocesan directors gathered in Washington DC to engage in community and