The Youth Ministry Institute is a two-year training program for adults interested in becoming involved in Youth Ministry at the parish and/or regional level. Sponsored by the Diocesan Office for Comprehensive Youth Ministry, the program provides adult students with the information and skills necessary to effectively communicate with, and minister to today’s adolescents. Through both theory and practical application, adults learn to cultivate their spiritual awareness, develop their personal communication skills, and expand their knowledge and understanding of Church doctrine.

Youth Ministry Institute
Course and Events Calendar
2009-2010 (Year I)

Saturday, October 3
(Mother of Hope Camp: 10:00-3:00pm)
Renewing the Vision

Thursday, November 5
(Rejoice in Hope Youth Center: 6:15-9:30pm)
The Youth Minister

Thursday, November 12
(Rejoice in Hope Youth Center: 6:15-9:30pm)
The Adolescent

Friday, Dec. 4
(Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul: 6:00pm)
“Youth Gathering" (formerly 'Cogress')
Diocesan High School Conference

Thursday, December 10
(Rejoice in Hope Youth Center: 6:15-9:30pm)
Faith and Catholic Identity Formation

Thursday, January 7
(Rejoice in Hope Youth Center: 6:15-9:30pm)
Evangelization

Thursday, February 4
(Rejoice in Hope Youth Center: 6:15-9:30pm)
Adolescent Catechesis

Saturday, March 13
(Bryant University: 8:30am)
Religious Ed Workshop Day

Thursday, March 25
(Rejoice in Hope Youth Center: 6:15-9:30pm)
Program Planning

Thursday, April 8
(Rejoice in Hope Youth Center: 6:15-9:30pm)
Strategies for Ministry with Youth