NFCYM In Services Presents…

Weaving Together Youth Ministry
in Culturally Diverse Parishes

Overview

An overview of pastoral principles and helpful steps that parishes with diverse cultures can use in order to weave together a youth ministry which both celebrates and respects the many young faces in God’s house.

Program Overview

Full Day Model (6 hours total)
Gathering and Opening Prayer
PART 1: A Look at Cultural Diversity in the Church in the United States
  • Historical context and immigration patterns
  • Ministry model of Ecclesial Integration
  • Inculturation of the gospel
PART 2: Nine Steps for Ecclesial Integration (steps 1-3): Strengthen Catholic Identity
  • Meet young people where they are
  • Welcome young people by providing ecclesial space
  • Develop ministers and ministries
PART 3: Nine Steps for Ecclesial Integration (steps 4-9): Developing a Sense of Belonging and Ownership
  • Foster relationships across cultures and groupings
  • Champion leadership development and formation
  • Open wide the doors to the decision-making process
  • Strengthen a sense of ownership
  • Sow and reap full stewardship
  • Achieve commitment to discipleship in mission
PART 4: Pastoral Principles for Effective Youth Ministry in Culturally Diverse Parishes
  • Articulate a clear vision for ministry based on Ecclesial Integration
  • Foster the inculturation of the Gospel in all cultures
  • Plan with people not for people
  • Cast a bigger net: broaden your understanding of ministry
  • Empower culturally diverse young people and their families into leadership positions
Closing Comments, Evaluation, and Prayer