The current transition period in the Office for Youth and Young Adult Ministry is making more difficult our attempts at the “regional model” of supporting youth and young adult ministry in the Archdiocese. This being the case, we are moving away from that model at this time. As we move forward, we will continue to support your efforts in youth and young adult ministry within a different structure.
If you have feedback about how we can do that, please utilize the survey that was sent out recently to do so.
Thanks in advance for sharing your thoughts.
Blessings to you this summer.
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Great time at Youth & Young Adult Ministers Retreat
Far Away Retreat Center was a real TREAT! Great seeing so many Region III folks represented!!!
Priscilla McKinney, St Olaf
Barbara Zick, Prince of Peace
Felix Fabellano, Our Lady Star of the Sea
Danny Bailey, St Nicholas
Chad Hill, Our Lady Queen of Heaven
Ryan Flannery, honorary St Andrew
Rich Shively lead the reflection on Wednesday. He is truly gifted in presenting a prayerful environment. Here are the reflection questions he shared:
1) How is your love relationship with the Lord?
- Do you spend time alone?
- Do you share this with others
- Love: do you receive and offer ?
- How do you deal with differences?
- How do you know the Lord more intimately/ mature in your relationship?
2) What about your sense of call?
- Are you open to continuing discernment?
- How do you pay attention to open and closed doors?
- In what new ways are you being called?
3) Being Renewed in Faith
- Can you think of a time when your heart really burned inside you?
- Does your heart still burn? Why or why not?
- If there are obstacles, what are they and what do you do about it?
We hope to see you all again next year! In the meantime, feel free to share your reflections on the blog!
Priscilla McKinney, St Olaf
Barbara Zick, Prince of Peace
Felix Fabellano, Our Lady Star of the Sea
Danny Bailey, St Nicholas
Chad Hill, Our Lady Queen of Heaven
Ryan Flannery, honorary St Andrew
Rich Shively lead the reflection on Wednesday. He is truly gifted in presenting a prayerful environment. Here are the reflection questions he shared:
1) How is your love relationship with the Lord?
- Do you spend time alone?
- Do you share this with others
- Love: do you receive and offer ?
- How do you deal with differences?
- How do you know the Lord more intimately/ mature in your relationship?
2) What about your sense of call?
- Are you open to continuing discernment?
- How do you pay attention to open and closed doors?
- In what new ways are you being called?
3) Being Renewed in Faith
- Can you think of a time when your heart really burned inside you?
- Does your heart still burn? Why or why not?
- If there are obstacles, what are they and what do you do about it?
We hope to see you all again next year! In the meantime, feel free to share your reflections on the blog!
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
CMD Youth Ministry Studies Certificate Programs
Here are the dates for CMD Youth Ministry Studies Certificate Program for Year One, and the first half of Year Two. Remember you can take these courses when ever you have time or need.
March 12-13, 2011~~~Evangelization & Catechesis~~~Tom East
April 9-10, 2011~~~Prayer & Worship~~~Susan Searle
September 24-25, 2011~~~Justice & Service~~~Joan Weber
November 19-20, 2011~~~Pastoral Care~~~Sr. Carolyn Coll, RSM
For more information,OYYAM Contact: Britta Folden @ (206) 382-2010 or britta.folden@seattlearch.orgInformation from the Center for Ministry Development
March 12-13, 2011~~~Evangelization & Catechesis~~~Tom East
April 9-10, 2011~~~Prayer & Worship~~~Susan Searle
September 24-25, 2011~~~Justice & Service~~~Joan Weber
November 19-20, 2011~~~Pastoral Care~~~Sr. Carolyn Coll, RSM
For more information,OYYAM Contact: Britta Folden @ (206) 382-2010 or britta.folden@seattlearch.orgInformation from the Center for Ministry Development
FREE Webinar: Youth & Young Adults and Mental Illness - JUNE 10th
Free Webinar for NFCYM and NACYML Members: Advanced Conversations-Youth and Young Adults and Mental Illness—The webinar, sponsored by the National Catholic Partnership on Disability (NCPD) and the NFCYM, will be devoted to the topic of youth/young adults and mental illness. It is scheduled for June 10, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. There is no charge for members of NFCYM, NACYML, NCPD, and NCCL. Download the information flyer here (273 KB). More information is also available on the NACYML website and the NCPD website.
Monday, May 24, 2010
Resource Highlight: Partnership for Adolscent Catchesis
As another youth ministry year draws to an end, below are articles that might provide a refreshed view on youth ministy. Some light summer reading! Enjoy!
To further the comprehensive approach to adolescent catechesis, the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM), the National Conference for Catechetical Leadership (NCCL), and the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) with the support of the USCCB are collaborating together on the Partnership for Adolescent Catechesis (PAC). The collective goal of the Partnership is to promote a comprehensive and contemporary understanding of adolescent catechesis and to develop and support effective approaches to Catholic faith formation in parishes and schools.
The Monograph Series on Adolescent Catechesis
These monographs form a series of ten articles on adolescent catechesis which are sponsored by the Partnership for Adolescent Catechesis.
Adolescent Catechesis: An Unfinished Agenda (153 KB) by Dr. Michael P. Horan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles
Adolescent Catechesis in a Culturally Diverse Context (151 KB)by Michael G. Lee, SJ, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles
Forming Disciples of Jesus in Parish and School (151 KB)by Laura Henning, Boise, Idaho
The American Cultural Context for Adolescent Catechesis (149 KB) by Dr. William Dinges, Catholic University of America, Washington D.C.
Adolescent Catechesis Today: On the Road to Transformation (211 KB) by Michael Theisen, National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry, Washington D.C.
Reflections on Parish and Adolescent Catechesis (55 KB)by Dr. Michael Warren, St John’s University, New York.
The State of Adolescent Catechesis Today: A Review of the Literature (77 KB)by Jeffrey Kaster, Saint John’s University, Collegeville, Minnesota
What the Church Has Been Telling Us about Adolescent Catechesis (41 KB)by Maura Thompson Hagarty, St. Mary's Press, Winona MN
The State of Adolescent Catechesis: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (56 KB)by Paul Henderson, USCCB Department of Printing and Publishing, Washington D.C.
Adolescent Catechesis and the National Directory for Catechesis: It's About Discipleship (89 KB) by Dan Mulhall, USCCB Department of Education, Washington D.C.
NFCYM's Partners in Adolescent Catechesis
NFCYM eagerly partners with the National Catholic Educational Association and the National Conference for Catechetical Leadership to advance a comprehensive approach to adolescent catechesis.
© 1999-2007 National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry.
To further the comprehensive approach to adolescent catechesis, the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM), the National Conference for Catechetical Leadership (NCCL), and the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) with the support of the USCCB are collaborating together on the Partnership for Adolescent Catechesis (PAC). The collective goal of the Partnership is to promote a comprehensive and contemporary understanding of adolescent catechesis and to develop and support effective approaches to Catholic faith formation in parishes and schools.
The Monograph Series on Adolescent Catechesis
These monographs form a series of ten articles on adolescent catechesis which are sponsored by the Partnership for Adolescent Catechesis.
Adolescent Catechesis: An Unfinished Agenda (153 KB) by Dr. Michael P. Horan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles
Adolescent Catechesis in a Culturally Diverse Context (151 KB)by Michael G. Lee, SJ, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles
Forming Disciples of Jesus in Parish and School (151 KB)by Laura Henning, Boise, Idaho
The American Cultural Context for Adolescent Catechesis (149 KB) by Dr. William Dinges, Catholic University of America, Washington D.C.
Adolescent Catechesis Today: On the Road to Transformation (211 KB) by Michael Theisen, National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry, Washington D.C.
Reflections on Parish and Adolescent Catechesis (55 KB)by Dr. Michael Warren, St John’s University, New York.
The State of Adolescent Catechesis Today: A Review of the Literature (77 KB)by Jeffrey Kaster, Saint John’s University, Collegeville, Minnesota
What the Church Has Been Telling Us about Adolescent Catechesis (41 KB)by Maura Thompson Hagarty, St. Mary's Press, Winona MN
The State of Adolescent Catechesis: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (56 KB)by Paul Henderson, USCCB Department of Printing and Publishing, Washington D.C.
Adolescent Catechesis and the National Directory for Catechesis: It's About Discipleship (89 KB) by Dan Mulhall, USCCB Department of Education, Washington D.C.
NFCYM's Partners in Adolescent Catechesis
NFCYM eagerly partners with the National Catholic Educational Association and the National Conference for Catechetical Leadership to advance a comprehensive approach to adolescent catechesis.
© 1999-2007 National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Youth & Young Adult Ministers Retreat...Registration Info
We are excited to invite you to our Youth and Young Adult Ministers' Retreat! Any paid or volunteer youth or young adult minister is welcome to attend. We hope you can make it for the entirety of the retreat. You may also attend solely on Wednesday for the guest presentation, but please make plans to stay from the morning until dinner.
Schedule
Tuesday, June 1st
3:00 ‐ 5:00 PM Early Arrival
5:00 PM Dinner (Please RSVP if you will attend)
6:30 ‐ 8:00 PM Arrival
8:00 PM Social
Wednesday, June 2nd
All Day Guest Presentation
Thursday, June 3rd
9:00 AM Brunch
10:00 AM ‐ 12:00 PM Final Session & Prayer
Please contact Britta Folden for a registration form at britta.folden@seattlearch.org. Please return completed form with your $50 payment to: Britta Folden, OYYAM Archdiocese of Seattle 710 Ninth Avenue Seattle, Washington 98104.
Schedule
Tuesday, June 1st
3:00 ‐ 5:00 PM Early Arrival
5:00 PM Dinner (Please RSVP if you will attend)
6:30 ‐ 8:00 PM Arrival
8:00 PM Social
Wednesday, June 2nd
All Day Guest Presentation
Thursday, June 3rd
9:00 AM Brunch
10:00 AM ‐ 12:00 PM Final Session & Prayer
Please contact Britta Folden for a registration form at britta.folden@seattlearch.org. Please return completed form with your $50 payment to: Britta Folden, OYYAM Archdiocese of Seattle 710 Ninth Avenue Seattle, Washington 98104.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Minutes: Region III Meeting May 10th
Thanks to Felix for being such a gracious host - with a delicious lunch and parting gifts! And to all those who were able to make the meeting: Danny Bailey, Maria Murphree, Marilou Marcotte, Linda Garcia and Carment Bryant. And to those who were there in spirit - your dedication to the ministry is very inspirational!
It was another great time of exchanges - Confirmation stories, youth group attendance incentives and upcoming events. Here's a recap of what was discussed.
Summer Event Planning:
A regional calendar will be posted listing all summer events. The events "open to the public" will be noted and can be a great opportunity to pilgrimage to a sister parish to meet other youth. Besides knowing what's happening around the region, this calendar may spur parishes with ideas for their summer programs or who they might collaborate with regarding similar events.
An email reminder will be sent to solicit these summer events.
Meeting Dates for 2010-2011:
Meeting every other month seemed to be the consensus of the group. The first meeting will be at the Fall Gathering, September 8-9, 2010 at Palisades. Please come and bring your calendar. We hope to schedule the dates for our November, January, March and May regional meetings.
Confirmation Collaboration:
Sharing ideas for community service, retreat formats and what works/new ideas will be an online collaboration via the blog or on-line bulletin board.
Prayer Intentions:
Please let me know if your group is going on a Mission trip or would like to request a particular prayer intention. We would like to list these on the blog so that the region can say special prayers for your group!
Training Topics:
- The Archdiocese is considering the Strong Catholic Families/Strong Catholic Students program by the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry to be put on at the regional level. Please be on the look out for more information via email.
- Volunteer development (Cathesis, Catechist Certification Program, Youth Ministry Studies Certificate
- Leadership Development for growing youth groups
-Technology in Ministry
- Resource Book/Survival Guide to Ministry
- Comprehensive Youth Ministry: Refresher
Let me know if you have other topics you'd like to see offered at the Regional level.
It was another great time of exchanges - Confirmation stories, youth group attendance incentives and upcoming events. Here's a recap of what was discussed.
Summer Event Planning:
A regional calendar will be posted listing all summer events. The events "open to the public" will be noted and can be a great opportunity to pilgrimage to a sister parish to meet other youth. Besides knowing what's happening around the region, this calendar may spur parishes with ideas for their summer programs or who they might collaborate with regarding similar events.
An email reminder will be sent to solicit these summer events.
Meeting Dates for 2010-2011:
Meeting every other month seemed to be the consensus of the group. The first meeting will be at the Fall Gathering, September 8-9, 2010 at Palisades. Please come and bring your calendar. We hope to schedule the dates for our November, January, March and May regional meetings.
Confirmation Collaboration:
Sharing ideas for community service, retreat formats and what works/new ideas will be an online collaboration via the blog or on-line bulletin board.
Prayer Intentions:
Please let me know if your group is going on a Mission trip or would like to request a particular prayer intention. We would like to list these on the blog so that the region can say special prayers for your group!
Training Topics:
- The Archdiocese is considering the Strong Catholic Families/Strong Catholic Students program by the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry to be put on at the regional level. Please be on the look out for more information via email.
- Volunteer development (Cathesis, Catechist Certification Program, Youth Ministry Studies Certificate
- Leadership Development for growing youth groups
-Technology in Ministry
- Resource Book/Survival Guide to Ministry
- Comprehensive Youth Ministry: Refresher
Let me know if you have other topics you'd like to see offered at the Regional level.
ACCY Gathering/Commissioning - June 5th TO BE RESCHEDULED FOR FALL
The gathering and commissioning of regional ACCY to take place at the Chancery on Saturday, June 5, 2010 is not going to happen. Instead, we are going to do this in the fall. Please contact Bridget Harris at bridget.harris@seattlearch.org with questions or more details.
Monday, May 10, 2010
ONE Week - Summer Service Opportunities for Jr. High and High School
Looking for an opportunity for your youth to serve their community this summer? Do you need a program that is local, affordable and well-established in the Seattle Archdiocese?Do you want to offer a summer service program to help bring the faith of your youth and community alive but don't have the time, energy, expertise and/or resource to prepare, plan and implement?
We are offering the ONE Week program in various towns and cities throughout the summer. Groups of Junior High or Senior High students and their leaders can experience a local community and learn about and serve the special needs in that community. The schedule is filling up quickly, so please send your registration in as soon as possible.
Junior High
July 18-23 Hoquiam
August 1-6 Forks Full
August 8-13 Everett Full
August 15-20 Seattle
Senior High
July 11-16 Forks
July 25-30 Seattle Full
August 1-6 Hoquiam
August 8-13 Bellingham
If you are at all interested in any of these weeks, please email Britta.folden@seattlearch.org to tell of your potential interest in a certain week. Those weeks with low or no interest may be cancelled, so it is important to know if you are interested. We will re-evaluate sites on May 3rd and those with low numbers may be cancelled so we can give parishes and staff appropriate notice.
We are offering the ONE Week program in various towns and cities throughout the summer. Groups of Junior High or Senior High students and their leaders can experience a local community and learn about and serve the special needs in that community. The schedule is filling up quickly, so please send your registration in as soon as possible.
Junior High
July 18-23 Hoquiam
August 1-6 Forks Full
August 8-13 Everett Full
August 15-20 Seattle
Senior High
July 11-16 Forks
July 25-30 Seattle Full
August 1-6 Hoquiam
August 8-13 Bellingham
If you are at all interested in any of these weeks, please email Britta.folden@seattlearch.org to tell of your potential interest in a certain week. Those weeks with low or no interest may be cancelled, so it is important to know if you are interested. We will re-evaluate sites on May 3rd and those with low numbers may be cancelled so we can give parishes and staff appropriate notice.
Friday, May 7, 2010
Monday, May 10th - Region III Gathering
Blessings to all~
I'm looking forward to seeing those who are able to join us in Bremerton for the next regional gathering on Monday, May 10th from 10:30 am - 1:00 p.m.. Following are the items we will be discussing on Monday. If you aren't able to make the meeting, please share your comments, ideas, suggestions, brilliance, etc. with me so it can still be part of the discussion!
Agenda:
Meeting Place: Parish Office, Youth Room - Basement Level
- Summer Event Planning
- Set Meeting Dates for 2010-2011 School Year
- Confirmation Collaboration (Service Project, other ideas)
- Prioritize Training Topics (see blog for ideas: http://oyyamregioniii.blogspot.com/)
- Prayer Partner
TO BRING:
- Calendar
- Your appetite
Attending:
Felix Fabellano
Lois May
Maria Murphree
Marilou Marcotte
Priscilla McKinney
Linda Greer
Chad Hill
Maybe:
Mark Prusinowski
Carmen Bryant
We'd still love to see you if for someone reason your plans change which allows you to join us on Monday! You know there will be plenty delicious food to go around! Please let me know if you have any questions!
Easter peace,
Mary Galvez
Region III Representative
206.714.6411 (cell)
Directions to Our Lady Star of the Sea
From the South (Tacoma & Gig Harbor)
* From I-5, take the Hwy 16 Exit (toward Gig Harbor / Bremerton)
* Follow Hwy 16 (past Gig Harbor, Port Orchard and through Gorst) toward Bremerton (make no turns)
* Hwy 16 changes to Hwy 3 at Gorst
* Continue on Hwy 3 N (stay in the left lane)
* Take Exit 36 to merge onto S Charleston Blvd/WA-304 E
* Continue onto Callow Ave N (be in the left lane at fork)
* Turn right at 6th St
* Turn right at Veneta Ave
* Church will be on the left
From the North (Port Angeles, Poulsbo)
* Follow Hwy 3 South
* Pass through Silverdale toward Bremerton
* Take the WA-310 W/Kitsap Way exit
* Turn left at Kitsap Way/WA-310 E (end of ramp)
* Follow Kitsap Way (making NO turns) 2.5 miles
* Kitsap Way turns into 6th Ave
* Continue on 6th Ave
* Turn right at Veneta Ave
* Church will be on the left
From the Ferry:
* Follow the ferry traffic through the tunnel onto Burwell St
* Turn right at Warren Ave
* Turn left at 6th St
* Turn left at Veneta Ave
Parking
* Turn left down the alley into church parking lot
* Or turn right into the school parking lot (school lot will be closed during school hours)
I'm looking forward to seeing those who are able to join us in Bremerton for the next regional gathering on Monday, May 10th from 10:30 am - 1:00 p.m.. Following are the items we will be discussing on Monday. If you aren't able to make the meeting, please share your comments, ideas, suggestions, brilliance, etc. with me so it can still be part of the discussion!
Agenda:
Meeting Place: Parish Office, Youth Room - Basement Level
- Summer Event Planning
- Set Meeting Dates for 2010-2011 School Year
- Confirmation Collaboration (Service Project, other ideas)
- Prioritize Training Topics (see blog for ideas: http://oyyamregioniii.blogspot.com/)
- Prayer Partner
TO BRING:
- Calendar
- Your appetite
Attending:
Felix Fabellano
Lois May
Maria Murphree
Marilou Marcotte
Priscilla McKinney
Linda Greer
Chad Hill
Maybe:
Mark Prusinowski
Carmen Bryant
We'd still love to see you if for someone reason your plans change which allows you to join us on Monday! You know there will be plenty delicious food to go around! Please let me know if you have any questions!
Easter peace,
Mary Galvez
Region III Representative
206.714.6411 (cell)
Directions to Our Lady Star of the Sea
From the South (Tacoma & Gig Harbor)
* From I-5, take the Hwy 16 Exit (toward Gig Harbor / Bremerton)
* Follow Hwy 16 (past Gig Harbor, Port Orchard and through Gorst) toward Bremerton (make no turns)
* Hwy 16 changes to Hwy 3 at Gorst
* Continue on Hwy 3 N (stay in the left lane)
* Take Exit 36 to merge onto S Charleston Blvd/WA-304 E
* Continue onto Callow Ave N (be in the left lane at fork)
* Turn right at 6th St
* Turn right at Veneta Ave
* Church will be on the left
From the North (Port Angeles, Poulsbo)
* Follow Hwy 3 South
* Pass through Silverdale toward Bremerton
* Take the WA-310 W/Kitsap Way exit
* Turn left at Kitsap Way/WA-310 E (end of ramp)
* Follow Kitsap Way (making NO turns) 2.5 miles
* Kitsap Way turns into 6th Ave
* Continue on 6th Ave
* Turn right at Veneta Ave
* Church will be on the left
From the Ferry:
* Follow the ferry traffic through the tunnel onto Burwell St
* Turn right at Warren Ave
* Turn left at 6th St
* Turn left at Veneta Ave
Parking
* Turn left down the alley into church parking lot
* Or turn right into the school parking lot (school lot will be closed during school hours)
Monday, April 26, 2010
Region III Gathering - Save the Date
Please join us Monday, May 10th from 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Our Lady Star of the Sea, Bremerton to strategize on moving forward with our initial regional work. Felix Fabellano will be providing us a delicious lunch.
Please RSVP by May 5th for planning purposes. An agenda will follow shortly.
Please RSVP by May 5th for planning purposes. An agenda will follow shortly.
Youth and Young Adult Ministers Retreat
Save the Date for the annual Youth and Young Adult Ministers Retreat on June 1-3rd at Far Away Retreat Center, west of Gig Harbor overlooking Filucy Bay on Puget Sound.
Cost is $50 per person. Please contact me with any questions you may have.
Cost is $50 per person. Please contact me with any questions you may have.
Space still available - High School Boat Cruise this Friday!!!
High School Boat Cruise, Friday, April 30, 2010, 7-10pm
Here is the flyer for the High School Boat Cruise Dance sponsored by St. Vincent de Paul on Friday, April 30 from 7-10pm. Please contact Maryelyn Scholz at mscholz@stvincentparish.org for more information.
Here is the flyer for the High School Boat Cruise Dance sponsored by St. Vincent de Paul on Friday, April 30 from 7-10pm. Please contact Maryelyn Scholz at mscholz@stvincentparish.org for more information.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Strong Catholic Families: Strong Catholic Youth
OYYAM is happy to announce that the Strong Catholic Families: Strong Catholic Youth Program is coming to Seattle. This three part in-service is facilitated by NFCYM (the same people who bring you NCYC) , and is designed to equip trainers to work with families in their parish on building strong Catholic Families. Region Reps will be soliciting field staff to assist in training families and attend this training. We will announce the dates in the next few weeks, but look for more information on the website and blog. Learn more by contacting your region representative or reading this sample program.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Youth Ministry Studies: April 24-25
The next installment of courses for the Youth Ministry Studies program is April 24-25, 2010 being held in the Isaac Orr Conference Room, Archdiocese of Seattle.
Practices of Youth Ministry explores the development of comprehensive youth ministry through the collaborative sharing of the resources in the community. Rooted in theological and pastoral vision of community life, this course develops foundational understandings that will assist leaders in setting and implementing a vision for dynamic ministry with youth. This will include skills for advocacy, planning and organizing youth ministry efforts. Methods for collaborative leadership among ministries and within ministry teams will also be developed.
New students are always welcomed!
Courses are $150 per person, per course or three people from a single parish/pastorate may attend for $300 total, per course. Courses will be held at the OYYAM Office of the Chancery, at 910 Terry Ave, Seattle, WA 98104. Parking will be provided. Saturday and Sunday Breakfast and Lunch will also be provided. Mass at St. James Cathedral will be included in the schedule. More information will be sent upon receipt of registration. Courses are Saturday and Sunday from 9AM to 5PM
If you have questions or would like to register, please email britta.folden@seattlearch.org.
Practices of Youth Ministry explores the development of comprehensive youth ministry through the collaborative sharing of the resources in the community. Rooted in theological and pastoral vision of community life, this course develops foundational understandings that will assist leaders in setting and implementing a vision for dynamic ministry with youth. This will include skills for advocacy, planning and organizing youth ministry efforts. Methods for collaborative leadership among ministries and within ministry teams will also be developed.
New students are always welcomed!
Courses are $150 per person, per course or three people from a single parish/pastorate may attend for $300 total, per course. Courses will be held at the OYYAM Office of the Chancery, at 910 Terry Ave, Seattle, WA 98104. Parking will be provided. Saturday and Sunday Breakfast and Lunch will also be provided. Mass at St. James Cathedral will be included in the schedule. More information will be sent upon receipt of registration. Courses are Saturday and Sunday from 9AM to 5PM
If you have questions or would like to register, please email britta.folden@seattlearch.org.
Thursday, April 8, 2010
2 of 2 Regional Gathering: Recap
Thanks to all who were able to attend the second gathering for Region III.
Around the table with were:Danny Bailey, St Nicholas (awesome HOST!)
Chad Hill, Our Lady Queen of Heaven
Linda Garcia, St Patrick
Lois May, Holy Trinity
Felix Fabellano, Our Lady Star of the Sea
Jodie Clark, St Charles Borromeo
Marilou Marcott, Naval Bases Kitsap
Another great gathering of passion for serving the youth, supporting one another and coming up with some great ideas. In addition to the ideas generated from the 1:1 meetings I've had with Youth Ministers, the following is a list of other possibilities:
- Progressive Dinner (sponsored by a regional parish and volunteer families)
- Clam Digging and Clam Bake
- Priest/Seminarian/Vocation Day - a talk with a social
- Organized regional effort around evangelization within public schools- research into how Young Life is meeting in schools
- "LA Religious Education Congress" for Region III
- Topics for future trainings: Getting parents involvement in YM, refresher on Comprehensive Youth Ministry, acceptable technology standards,
- Regional retreat for YM and YM Volunteers
- Regional Mentor Program
- Prayer partner at each regional gathering (rotational, great way to get to know other ministers)
An updated ACCY (Diocesian and Regional) approach was shared and feedback given. Feeback included:
- needing more clearly defined roles/responsibilities for both diocesian and regional ACCY leaders
- it may make sense to pull from the regional group to feed into the diocesian ACCY
June 5th was the date set by OYYAM to discuss this updated ACCY approach but it was recommended to move the date to late May.
I know I left the meeting energized for what lies ahead for Region III. I continue to be amazed at how God is working through your ministries. You are all always in my prayers!
Please see other blog posts for more announcements. Please leave your comments if I've forgotten anything!
Felix (Our Lady Star of the Sea) has offered to host the next Region III gathering. More to come soon about our next gathering.
Around the table with were:Danny Bailey, St Nicholas (awesome HOST!)
Chad Hill, Our Lady Queen of Heaven
Linda Garcia, St Patrick
Lois May, Holy Trinity
Felix Fabellano, Our Lady Star of the Sea
Jodie Clark, St Charles Borromeo
Marilou Marcott, Naval Bases Kitsap
Another great gathering of passion for serving the youth, supporting one another and coming up with some great ideas. In addition to the ideas generated from the 1:1 meetings I've had with Youth Ministers, the following is a list of other possibilities:
- Progressive Dinner (sponsored by a regional parish and volunteer families)
- Clam Digging and Clam Bake
- Priest/Seminarian/Vocation Day - a talk with a social
- Organized regional effort around evangelization within public schools- research into how Young Life is meeting in schools
- "LA Religious Education Congress" for Region III
- Topics for future trainings: Getting parents involvement in YM, refresher on Comprehensive Youth Ministry, acceptable technology standards,
- Regional retreat for YM and YM Volunteers
- Regional Mentor Program
- Prayer partner at each regional gathering (rotational, great way to get to know other ministers)
An updated ACCY (Diocesian and Regional) approach was shared and feedback given. Feeback included:
- needing more clearly defined roles/responsibilities for both diocesian and regional ACCY leaders
- it may make sense to pull from the regional group to feed into the diocesian ACCY
June 5th was the date set by OYYAM to discuss this updated ACCY approach but it was recommended to move the date to late May.
I know I left the meeting energized for what lies ahead for Region III. I continue to be amazed at how God is working through your ministries. You are all always in my prayers!
Please see other blog posts for more announcements. Please leave your comments if I've forgotten anything!
Felix (Our Lady Star of the Sea) has offered to host the next Region III gathering. More to come soon about our next gathering.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Annual Chocolate Tasting Party
The Olympic Deanery is hosting a Pray and Play and invites all the youth from Region III. Come on...chocolate is our guest of honor!
Friday, April 9th
Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
***Bring Easter candy to share!***
It's alot of FUN - hope to see you there!
For questions, please call Felix at 360-479-3777
Friday, April 9th
Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
***Bring Easter candy to share!***
It's alot of FUN - hope to see you there!
For questions, please call Felix at 360-479-3777
Monday, March 29, 2010
Save the Date - May 15th Youth Gathering @ St Ann
What: A regional gathering of youth from all regional youth programs including the Samoan, Vietnamese, Filipino, Hispanic and English speaking youth communities.
When: Saturday, May 15th 6 pm - 8:30pm
Where: Following the 5pm Mass at St. Ann, Tacoma in the Lower Hall
Potluck dinner will be served!
This is an exciting celebration for youth of different cultures to gather together as one Catholic community. There will be ethnic food, cultural presentations and lots of fun for everyone.
David Whitesell, the youth director from St. Michael's Parish in Olympia, will be the keynote speaker for this event.
When: Saturday, May 15th 6 pm - 8:30pm
Where: Following the 5pm Mass at St. Ann, Tacoma in the Lower Hall
Potluck dinner will be served!
This is an exciting celebration for youth of different cultures to gather together as one Catholic community. There will be ethnic food, cultural presentations and lots of fun for everyone.
David Whitesell, the youth director from St. Michael's Parish in Olympia, will be the keynote speaker for this event.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
1 of 2 Regional Gatherings: Recap
Thanks to all who were able to attend the first gathering for Region III.
Around the table with were:
Danny Bailey, St Nicholas (awesome HOST!)
Carmen Bryant, Holy Disciples
Maria Murphree, St Gabriel
Priscilla McKinney, St Olaf
Carmen Hertel, Tacoma cluster
Monica Elizaga, Tacoma cluster
Around the table with were:
Danny Bailey, St Nicholas (awesome HOST!)
Carmen Bryant, Holy Disciples
Maria Murphree, St Gabriel
Priscilla McKinney, St Olaf
Carmen Hertel, Tacoma cluster
Monica Elizaga, Tacoma cluster
Welcome to Priscilla as she assumes her new role as part-time Youth Minister at St Olaf's.
We discussed the regional model and the reality of geographic coverage. Given the Pierce Deanery meets on a regular basis through PCCYMA, an invitation was given to the Olympic Deanery to attend those meetings as a launching point towards what may work for the Olympic deanery and/or Region III.
An updated ACCY (Diocesian and Regional) approach was shared and feedback given. Feeback included:
- limited capacity for another meeting in addition to PCCYMA for both adult and youth leaders. Could be a challenge.
- the first year might be just adult leaders/Youth Ministers to clarify the ACCY roles and expectations.
- some youth groups are in their infancy stages and do not yet have youth leaders identified.
Overall, it was a great venue to network, relate stories and share upcoming events. Please see other blog posts for more announcements.
Please leave your comments if I've forgotten anything! Thanks, Carmen H. for taking notes!
2nd gathering is scheduled for Tuesday, March 30th at St Nicholas from 10am - 1p.m.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
A great weekend at Youth Ministry Studies class!
What a blessed weekend spending time with a group of committed faithful attending Year 1 of CMD's Certificate for Youth Ministry Studies. Equipped with a better framework about Youth Ministry, I am energized to see how I can better serve those in my home parish and the region. There was a strong representation from REGION III - Danny from St Nicholas, Carmen from the Tacoma cluster and a handful of new friends from the Korean Catholic Community Church of Tacoma.
If you were thinking about the courses - I highly encourage you to consider signing up for the next class being held April 24-25. You can start at any point of the program. Let me know if you have any questions!
If you were thinking about the courses - I highly encourage you to consider signing up for the next class being held April 24-25. You can start at any point of the program. Let me know if you have any questions!
Thursday, February 18, 2010
UPDATED - ONE WEEK DATES
ONE WEEK Dates/Locations for Junior High and High School
For more information about a particular site or for registering your group, please contact Britta Folden at 206.382.2010 and/or britta.folden@seattlearch.org. Please keep in mind that it will be first come, first served in filling these spots once registration materials are available. Your non-refundable deposit check per participant holds your spot until confirmation of numbers date...look for more information to come!Date | Junior High Site |
| July 11-16 |
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| July 18-23 | Hoquiam |
| July 25-30 |
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| August 1-6 | Forks |
| August 8-13 | Everett/Snohomish |
| August 15-20 | Seattle |
| Date | High School Site |
| July 11-16 | Forks |
| July 18-23 |
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| July 25-30 | Seattle |
| August 1-6 | Hoquiam |
| August 8-13 | Bellingham |
| August 15-20 |
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Thursday, February 11, 2010
Region III Gathering and Lenten Reflection
Greetings!
I recently sent an email out soliciting dates that will work for you and/or your volunteers to gather as REGION III. I'm starting to hear back from folks and am getting excited to plan our upcoming gathering.
In case you need the proposed dates again - here they are:
Please reply by Feb 19th with the date(s) that would work best for you:
Monday, March 15 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Tuesday, March 16 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Monday, March 29 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 30 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
***Food will be provided at all gatherings!***
Based on the responses, I will confirm via email ONE DAY meeting and ONE EVENING meeting. Please choose the date(s) that would work with you. I will do my best to secure a location that is most central for those attending the confirmed dates (will this require a miracle or what?!).
The work you do for our Catholic church by ministering to the youth is amazing! I look forward to supporting the efforts of Region III with all of you! Please let me know if you have any questions.
Peace,
Mary Galvez
Region III Representative
Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry Archdiocese of Seattle
I recently sent an email out soliciting dates that will work for you and/or your volunteers to gather as REGION III. I'm starting to hear back from folks and am getting excited to plan our upcoming gathering.
In case you need the proposed dates again - here they are:
Please reply by Feb 19th with the date(s) that would work best for you:
Monday, March 15 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Tuesday, March 16 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Monday, March 29 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 30 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
***Food will be provided at all gatherings!***
Based on the responses, I will confirm via email ONE DAY meeting and ONE EVENING meeting. Please choose the date(s) that would work with you. I will do my best to secure a location that is most central for those attending the confirmed dates (will this require a miracle or what?!).
The work you do for our Catholic church by ministering to the youth is amazing! I look forward to supporting the efforts of Region III with all of you! Please let me know if you have any questions.
Peace,
Mary Galvez
Region III Representative
Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry Archdiocese of Seattle
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Jr High Rally is coming up! Ready to DIVE DEEP?
Junior High Rally 2010
DIVE DEEP!
Saturday, March 6th
Location
Highline Community College
S 240th & Pacific Hwy South
Des Moines, WA
Cost
$50 per person on or before February 22nd
$55 per person between February 22nd and March 5th
$60 per person at the door (no t-shirt)
No refund after March 1st
Special opportunity! For every youth a parish brings over the number they brought to Rally 2009, the cost is only $10 per youth!
Age
Participants must be in 6th through 9th grade
Meals
Meals are not included. Please bring a sack lunch/dinner or make plans to visit off-site restaurants. The on-campus college cafeteria will be open for purchase of food.
Tshirts
Each participant who registers by March 5th will receive a tshirt.
Schedule
8:30am Registration Open (in Gym)
10:00am General Session I
11:15am Workshop I
12:15pm Lunch (on your own)
1:30pm General Session II
2:45pm Workshop II
4:00pm Mass
5:30pm Dinner (on your own)
7:30pm Dance & Games
9:00pm End and Depart
***A Spaghetti Dinner is being sponsored by the Knights of Columbus at St. Philomena. Only $5!!! Reservation forms are available - please email me at mary.galvez@seattlearch.org***
ONE WEEK Dates/Locations for Junior High and High School
For more information about a particular site or for registering your group, please contact Britta Folden at 206.382.2010 and/or britta.folden@seattlearch.org. Please keep in mind that it will be first come, first served in filling these spots once registration materials are available. Your non-refundable deposit check per participant holds your spot until confirmation of numbers date...look for more information to come!
JUNIOR HIGH
July 18-23 - Hoquiam
August 1-6 - Forks
August 8-13 - Everett/Snohomish
August 15-20 - Seattle
HIGH SCHOOL
July 11-16 - Forks
July 18-23 - Bellingham
July 25-30 - Seattle
August 1-6 - Hoquiam
JUNIOR HIGH
July 18-23 - Hoquiam
August 1-6 - Forks
August 8-13 - Everett/Snohomish
August 15-20 - Seattle
HIGH SCHOOL
July 11-16 - Forks
July 18-23 - Bellingham
July 25-30 - Seattle
August 1-6 - Hoquiam
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Check out this opportunity: Youth Ministry Studies
Interested in gaining confidence in your role with youth? Do you need a way of gaining credibility, but don’t have the time for a degree?
The Youth Ministry Studies program is a ministry education program for those in ministry with youth, ages 11 to 18, in both parish and school settings. It equips leaders with the knowledge, skills, practical tools and techniques needed for creative and comprehensive ministry with youth. Recognized by the Archdiocese, these programs provide a solid foundation in catechetical formation and a specialized education in ministry involving adolescent youth.
The program includes eight courses. The primary aim of the program is to promote personal, spiritual and ministerial growth. Participating leaders will experience confidence, competence and credibility in their roles in youth ministry.
Courses will be offered on the weekends at our office in Seattle. The first course is coming up on February 27 – 28th! Find out more about the Youth Ministry Studies program on our website here and learn more about the Center for Ministry Development here.
Interested in signing up or getting more info? Contact Britta.Folden@SeattleArch.org.
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