Youth Ministry Webinars

The Youth Ministry Division is offering monthly one-hour formational events presented for free to ministry to leaders and volunteers as part of our mission to support, empower, affirm and challenge the efforts of parish communities in serving young people.

Past Webinars:

Title: Missionary Think Tank Process
Presenter: Julianne Stanz, Director of Parish Life and Evangelization from the Diocese of Green Bay.

Join Julianne Stanz, Director of Parish Life and Evangelization from the Diocese of Green Bay as she leads us through a “missionary innovation process.” This session will allow you to learn how to conduct a missionary “think tank” for your ministry and harness the power of new ideas and innovative thinking, which is more important than ever.

The Nielsen Norman Group defines ideation as “the process of generating a broad set of ideas on a given topic, with no attempt to judge or evaluate them.” In this ideation phase, we will outline and explore as many ideas as possible rooted in our prayer and mission. We will call upon the Holy Spirit to help us to uncover, recover and discover new ways of thinking and being.

What is the aim?
During this process, the focus is on quantity of ideas rather than quality. The main aim of an ideation session is to uncover and explore new angles and avenues – to think outside the box.

Consider reading this article to prepare for our time with Julianne.

Title: Relational Ministry: It Matters Where You Stand
Catholic youth ministry has been defined by youth groups and large events. The shift to a relational focus has just begun, but our practices have been slow to respond. If you’re convinced of the “why” behind relational ministry, come spend time exploring the “how” for Coordinator of Youth Ministry and their volunteers.

Presenter:  Craig Gould
Craig Gould as served as a parish youth minister, program director at a Catholic Graduate school, in an evangelizing apostolate and now as a Diocesan Director. His ministry has taken him from suburban Massachusetts to Anchorage, Alaska, from rural Minnesota to the cities of Chicago and Baltimore. His six kids and incredible wife keep him sane and Boston sports drive him crazy.

Resource from this webinar:

• Relational Ministry: It Matters Where You Stand – Presentation (PDF Version)

Five Essential Changes Needed in Your Ministry as You Plan the Return to “Normal”

Presented by: Rich Curran
Founder & Executive Director of Parish Success GroupFor 30 years he has served the Catholic Church within parishes, dioceses nationally on numerous boards, associations and consulter to several Catholic publishers. Rich is a national Catholic speaker and ministry coach who addresses over 50,000 youth and adults each year. He is the Author of We Lack for Nothing: Five Essentials to Grow Your Church and numerous magazine articles and blogs.

Explore essential considerations and lessons learned during our time of quarantine that may permanently change the way we do ministry.

Planning for Ministry When the Future is Unclear 

Presented by: Katie Zeigler, Coordinator of Youth Ministry, Office of Religious Education, Archdiocese of Los Angeles

What are the foundations of the planning process to continue the overarching mission of youth ministry to form young people as missionary disciples? Learn what practical elements you will need to identify/evaluate as you plan for a new ministry year.

Resource from this webinar:

• Planning for Ministry When the Future is Unclear (PDF Version)

Estrategias de Afrontamiento Durante #COVID-19 -Para Lideres (Español)

Oradores: Mayra Ornelas, Vanessa Sandoval, Jacob Escobedo

Es difícil ser una familia durante este momento de aislamiento y distanciamiento social. Los oradores compartirán algunas de las mejores prácticas de salud mental para padres de adolescentes o adultos que trabajan con adolescentes.

Coping Strategies During #COVID-19 -For Parents

Presented by: Adam Cross, Vanessa Sandoval, Katie Trejo

It’s hard being a family during this moment of isolation and social distancing. Our presenters will share some best mental health practices for parents at home with teenagers.

Resource from this webinar:

• Mental Health -Parents (PDF Version)
• Safety Hotlines (PDF Version)

Coping Strategies with #COVID-19 – For Ministry Leaders

Presented by: Adam Cross, Vanessa Sandoval, Katie Trejo

It’s hard being a family during this moment of isolation and social distancing. Our presenters will share some best mental health practices for adults who work with teenagers and how to assist parents that have teenagers at home.

Resource from this webinar:

• Mental Health -Ministry Leaders (PDF Version)
• Safety Hotlines (PDF Version)

Family Ministry – A Webinar for all Ministry Leaders

Presented by: Doug Tooke

Doug is the VP of Ministry Advancement for ODB Films. He has over 20 years of professional ministry experience, traveling to over 75 diocese in the past 20 years teaching, keynoting conventions and training youth ministers. Doug has spoken at World Youth Day, The National Catholic Youth Conference, the National Conference on Catholic Youth Ministry, Los Angeles Youth Day and continues to serve as a leader in the field.

A live webinar experience exploring proven strategies for helping parents minister more effectively from home! Our time together will include invested conversation on Evangelization and Catechesis and the best ways we can advocate for the domestic church.

Resource from this webinar:

• Family Ministry Basics 2020 (PDF Version)

Non-Gathered Ministry Basics – A Webinar for All Ministry Leaders

Presented by: Doug Tooke

Doug is the VP of Ministry Advancement for ODB Films. He has over 20 years of professional ministry experience, traveling to over 75 diocese in the past 20 years teaching, keynoting conventions and training youth ministers. Doug has spoken at World Youth Day, The National Catholic Youth Conference, the National Conference on Catholic Youth Ministry, Los Angeles Youth Day and continues to serve as a leader in the field.

Explore different strategies for non-gathered youth ministry. Take away some practical tools that can be used to minister during this time when we can’t gather in person. 

Resource from this webinar:

• Non-Gathered Webinar 2020 (PDF Version)