In addition to the general sessions participants in the Youth Evangelization track take the following sessions:
Year Two – January 13, 2012
Purpose of Catechesis
This talk will:
- Define catechesis as intimacy with Christ, per Catechesi Tradendae #5.
- Situate catechesis in light of the entire mission of the Church.
- Define catechesis, its tasks and its essential characteristics, including its Christocentric nature.
Introduction to Adolescent Development
This talk will:
- Assist youth evangelization leaders in understanding the psychological make-up of today’s teen.
- Help the participant obtain a holistic picture of the role adolescence plays in the development of an emotionally and morally integrated Christian.
- Explain the role a youth program should play in the development of adolescent’s identity, including one’s faith, self-esteem based and character.
Handling Crisis Situations
This talk will:
- Identify typical crisis situations that arise in parish ministries.
- Articulate and demonstrate the necessary pastoral and professional intervention skills.
- Highlight referral and mandatory reporting procedures.
An Overview of: The Truth and Meaning of Human Sexuality
This talk will:
- Outline the key features of the document published by the Pontifical Council for the Family entitled The Truth and Meaning of Human Sexuality: Guidelines for Education within the Family.
- Highlight the role of the parents within the formation of love and sexuality.
- Give practical examples for teaching sexuality to children and teens in a parish setting.
Fostering Service, Leadership and Vocations
This talk will:
- Address the nature of outreach and service as a response to Christ’s call for communion and solidarity.
- Offer resources for mobilizing teens for tangible service and leadership.
- Discuss strategies for promoting priestly and religious vocations with teens.
Year One (2013)
1. Effective Youth Evangelization
2. Evangelizing Teens/Relational Ministry
3. Discipling Teens
4. Curriculum Planning and Methodology
5. Praying with Teens