National Conference on Catholic Youth Ministry
New Orleans • December 9-12, 2010
Meetings and Related Group Events
A number of Special Groups will be hosting focused programs/events for their members. Check back for additional information on these groups and their activities.
Diocesan Leaders and Collaborating Members Luncheon
Friday, December 10, 12:45-2:15 pm
Join together with diocesan colleagues, collaborating members, and national leaders as we examine which factors appear most to influence the faith lives of youth between the teenage and emerging adult years.
National Catholic Committee for Girl Scouts and Camp Fire (NCCGSCF)
The NCCGSCF serves Catholic youth and adults in National youth serving organizations and parish youth settings by promoting spiritual growth through quality faith-based programs.The Catholic religious recognition programs administered by the National Catholic Committee for Girl Scouts and Camp Fire, under the auspices of the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry, allow young people to explore and become more involved in their Catholic faith through Scouting programs.
As a youth ministry or Scouting leader, many opportunities are available through the NCCYM to learn more about these Catholic formation programs. Check out these informative opportunities . . .
Catholic Youth Foundation USA
Catholic Youth Foundation USA (CYFUSA) serves the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry by providing financial resources at the local, diocesan, regional, and national levels to promote effective and innovative youth ministry to assure a faithful future.
In addition to the CYFUSA exhibit booth and collection during the closing liturgy, the Archdiocese of New Orleans is hosting a “Taste of New Orleans,” an evening of unending New Orleans food, entertainment, and Mardi Gras decor that will also serve as a benefit for the Catholic Youth Foundation USA.
View the details of this Extraordinary event!
Sponsored by Archdiocese of New Orleans to benefit the Catholic Youth Foundation USA.
National Assoc. of Catholic Youth Ministry Leaders
The National Association of Catholic Youth Ministry Leaders is a
- professional organization of ordained and lay ecclesial ministers dedicated to the field of youth ministry
- open to adults who:
- view their role in youth ministry as a vocation
- are committed to ongoing professional development and ministry formation
- are connected to a Catholic parish, school, diocese, or youth serving agency
- dedicated to strengthening and supporting its members in their ministerial practice and professional development
- a member-driven organization
National
CYO Sports
National CYO Sports, a service of the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry, educates leaders about opportunities in sports for evangelization, catechesis, and growth in their knowledge of intimacy with Jesus Christ. We achieve this by providing:
Quality resources and services- Training and consultation for leadership
- A network of individuals and organizations committed to excellence in Catholic youth programs
- Advocacy for Gospel values in youth sports programs
- Mission effectiveness assessments
View the details of the special track for adults who work in Catholic youth sports . . .
National Catholic Young Adult ministry Association
NCYAMA's mission is to drive excellence and growth in the ministry to and evangelization of young adults in their late teens, twenties, and thirties, married and single, in the Catholic Church.
NCYAMA does this by developing and delivering resources for, providing ministry training of, and networking those who minister to and work with young adults in parishes, dioceses, and Catholic organizations across the country. On a national level, NCYAMA advocates for the full integration of young adults in the life of the Catholic faith community and for the expansion and professional growth of young adult ministry.
Learn more about NCYAMA and their preconference during the NCCYM . . .