Professional Development Webinar Recordings

Young adult faith formation is diverse, just as the Millennial Generation (born between 1982 and 2000) is diverse. Faith formation leaders know how to nurture the faith of children, parents, empty nesters, and elders. Young adults who are more spiritual seekers than mass goers challenge faith formation business as usual.This webinar features panelists with a variety of young adult faith formation ministry experiences. These young adult ministers will offer creative and practical ways to help Millennials grow in authentic faith and in Christian community.Panelists include Robert Feduccia, Amy McEntee, Gabriela Karaszewski, and Nicky Uerling.Suggested reading before the webinar: "Faith Formation with Young Adults" in the April 2017 edition of the CL Magazine. NCCL Members will be prompted to log-in to view the article. Those new to NCCL can access the article for free with Promo Code “AFF” through October 1, 2017.

Starting and Sustaining Effective Young Adult MinistriesIn this panel discussion, a group of Catholic young adult leaders will discuss the current state of young adult ministry in the Catholic Church and share their greatest successes and learning experiences in reaching this very important group of people.The primary focus of the discussion will be getting started in young adult ministry and building up momentum and participation in a Catholic community as a means of evangelization.Panelists include:Amy S. McEntee Interim Executive Director National Catholic Young Adult Ministry AssociationColin Nykaza Director of Young Adult Outreach Archdiocese of New YorkJonathan Lewis Coordinator of Evangelization and Young Adult Initiatives Archdiocese of WashingtonSean Allen Young Adult Minister Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendCome listen to this one hour discussion and offer your questions and discussion prompts to the panelists.

There are a number of opportunities and challenges facing youth ministers in the Church today. One of the best ways to improve the way we reach out to and build relationships with Catholic teenagers is to share ideas with others in the field. Listen in on a panel of nationally known parish youth ministers as they share their success stories and growth moments. The topics for discussion will include: Defining your youth ministry mission, vision, and goals Getting teens to come to events How to use technology to communicate with teens today Building relationships with parents Recruiting volunteers Effective time management Webinar panelists include: Alison Griswold \nSt. John the Evangelist \nPanama City, FL\nwww.teamcatholic.blogspot.comKatie Prejean \nOur Lady Queen of Heaven Church \nLake Charles, LA \nwww.katieprejean.com Tony Vasinda \nHoly Rosary \nEdmonds, WA \nperpetualministry.com Christopher Wesley \nChurch of the Nativity\nTimonium, MD \nwww.christopherwesley.org