Celebrate Outstanding Youth and Youth Ministry Leaders
through NFCYM’s New Youth Ministry Recognitions

For Adults—Companions on the Journey

Formerly: For God and Youth Award

Criteria

Highest recognition from the NFCYM for a diocese to confer to adults who demonstrate:

• Excellence in youth ministry as reflected in Renewing the Vision
• Commitment to on-going education and formation
• Longevity in ministry
• Commitment to young people
• Outstanding leadership at the local and/or diocesan level

Details

• Scriptural Text: Romans 10:14-15
• Etched Acrylic
• Selling Price: $15.95 per award
• Purchased through authorized diocesan leader only

For Youth—St. Timothy Award

Formerly: Eagle of the Cross Award

Criteria

Highest recognition from the NFCYM for a diocese to confer to a junior or senior high school youth who:

• Lives as a disciple of Christ, setting a positive example for other youth
• Witnesses to their faith by exhibiting Catholic morals and integrity
• Demonstrates Gospel values through service to others
• Exhibits Christian leadership in parish, school, and/or community settings

Details

• Etched Acrylic
• Scriptural Text: 1 Tim 4:12
• Selling Price: $15.95 per award
• Purchased through authorized diocesan leader only

For Adults—Light of the World

Formerly: Adult Recognition Pin

Definition and Criteria

The Parish/School Adult Award is presented to express appreciation and gratitude to adults who have demonstrated a commitment to young people and youth ministry as reflected in Renewing the Vision.

 

 

Details

• Enamel Pin
• Selling Price: $3.95 per pin
• May be purchased by parish or diocesan leaders

For Youth—Discipleship

Formerly: Youth Recognition Pin

Definition and Criteria

The Parish/School Youth Award is presented to youth who respond to the call to discipleship through service or ministry to their parish or school community.

 

 

Details

• Enamel Pin
• Selling Price: $3.95 per pin
• May be purchased by parish or diocesan leaders