Clergy Day on Engaging Young People in the Faith Community

Bishop Kmiec invites priests and deacons of the diocese to join him for lunch and a critically important conversation on engaging our young people in our Catholic faith communities.  Dr. Robert McCarty, Executive Director of the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry will facilitate this gathering.

Thursday, February 16, 2012

Noon to 3 PM

Location:  UB North Newman Center, Skinnersville Road in Amherst

Letter of Invitation from Bishop Kmiec

Flyer and Registration form for Clergy Day

 

Strong Catholic Families: Strong Catholic Youth

A two-part faith formation in-service program from the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry, scheduled for October 27 & 28, 2010.  More details . . .

Youth Retreats:  Forming Faith, Transforming Lives

Workshop from the Center for Ministry Development (CMD)

Join youth ministry coordinators, high school campus ministers, catechetical leaders, confirmation coordinators and other ministry leaders from our diocese for this day of developing our skills in youth retreat ministry! 

Leaders will:

• Understand the role of youth retreats in the lives of young disciples and within a comprehensive ministry with youth
• Explore practical ideas for developing retreats and utilizing resources
• Develop a plan for including retreats in your parish or school ministry, including confirmation preparation

Monday, March 28, 2011 at Ss. Columba-Brigid Parish in Buffalo

Brochure and registration form

Visit CMD web site for further information

Youth Ministry Leadership Training Program

Four levels of training and a variety of topics give you the tools you need to provide comprehensive youth ministry for God's young people.

Registration form 

Retreat Ministry Training

Train  youth and adults to design effective retreat models and facilitate peer ministry retreats at your parish or high school.

Training Brochure and Registration

Christ the King Seminary Programs

From degrees to single courses relevant to ministry, the seminary offers educational programs as well as personal enrichment to the support and development of individuals in youth ministry. CKS website  

National Conference on Catholic Youth Ministry (NCCYM)

Held biannually, in alternating years with the National Catholic Youth Conference, this weekend conference gathers thousands of youth ministry leaders for elite speakers, inspiring prayer and liturgy, informative resources, and helpful networking. National Conference on Catholic Youth Ministry (NCCYM)

Retreat for Adults who Work with Youth

Take time to renew your relationship with God at this one-day retreat (with optional overnight). Held every two years in odd-numbered years. Registration form