The Basic Certificate in Youth Ministry Formation
is a ministry-training program for those in
leadership
with youth. It equips youth ministers with the entry-level skills and
understanding needed for creative and comprehensive ministry with early
adolescents (11-13) or older adolescents (14-18). All sessions offer
sacred moments to nourish the spirituality of the minister.
A two to three page reflection paper is required
after each session due at the following session. One newly created
project on any topic presented in the program due one month after the
final session.
Under Archdiocesan policy all Youth Ministry
Leaders must complete the Basic Certificate Program before or during the
first year of ministry with the Archdiocese.
Registration
The program is open to all youth leaders, core team members, volunteers
who want to learn more about the skills for youth ministry.
Volunteers and parents involved in parish youth ministry may audit the Basic Certificate in Youth Ministry sessions without having to complete all requirements. Please refer to the registration form for the cost of auditing the nine-session series. The fee will include the nine sessions, handouts, and worksheets. The books that accompany the program will be optional and individually available for an additional fee.
leadership
with youth. It equips youth ministers with the entry-level skills and
understanding needed for creative and comprehensive ministry with early
adolescents (11-13) or older adolescents (14-18). All sessions offer
sacred moments to nourish the spirituality of the minister.