Ministers with Youth Topics
Catechism of the Catholic Church
- Catechism Connections for Teens Series, books by St. Mary’s Press
- VCAT, Video Catechism for teens by the Diocese of Wheeling
- YOUCAT, Youth Catechism of the Catholic Church
Catholic Faith
- Altaration: The Mystery of the Mass Revealed by Ascension
- A variety of Catholic Resources by Loyola Press
- Baptismal Call
- Catholic Education Resource Center (CERC) offers Catholic perspectives on a variety of topics
- Chosen: This Is Your Catholic Faith by Ascension
- Quick Catholic Lessons with Fr. Mike and Quick Catholic Lessons with Fr. Mike: Vol. 2 are “done-for-you lesson plans based on Fr. Mike’s videos” by Ascension
- What does the Bible say about the 7 sacraments? by Busted Halo
Catholic Social Teaching
- Catholic Social Teaching 101 Videos and Materials by CRS
- Seven Themes of Catholic Social Teaching by the USCCB (link en Español available on page)
- The Church and Immigration video with Fr. Mike Schmitz by Ascension Presents
- The Two Feet of Love in Action Session for Teens by the USCCB
- We are Salt and Light, a project of the USCCB (also in Español)
- We are Salt and Light Catholic Social Teaching Learning Activities, a project of the USCCB
- What Would You Do? An Activity for Youth Groups by the USCCB
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Discernment and Vocation
- Discernment 101, 4 Helpful Rules for Discernment, and Letting God take His Time with Fr. Mike Schmitz by Ascension Presents
- Ignatian Discernment | Ask Iggy on how St. Ignatius advises us to make good decisions by The Jesuit Post
- Struggling to Hear God’s Voice with Fr. Mark-Mary, CFR
- Vocation Lesson Plans and Resources for Educators by USCCB
- Vocation Office for the Diocesan Priesthood, Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Resources for Discerners, and Vocation Resources
- Vocation Stories:
- Elizabeth Rizzo on her vocation to Consecrated Virginity by Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, New Orleans, LA
- Marriage Stories: Funny Married Couple Give Cute Relationship Tips by Ascension Presents
- Vocation to the Single Life by StPat & StRaph DBQ
- I Will Follow—Two Catholic Priests’ Vocation Stories by Ascension Presents
- Vocational stories to the priesthood by the Vocation Office for the Diocesan Priesthood, Archdiocese of Philadelphia
- Vocation Stories | Sisters respond to God’s call by Sacred Heart of Jesus Convent – Pro Ecclesia Santa
- On Vocation Stories ft. Sister Asha by Holy Spirit Church Fremont
- Cloistered Nuns Share Inspired Vocations in “Cloistered: God’s Women of Steel”
- A Vocation Story: Fr. Christopher Gama by Capuchin Franciscans
Evangelization and Kerygma
- What is the Kerygma? by Burning Hearts
- Practical Evangelization resources by Burning Hearts
Good to Draw Ideas From
Holiness and Saints
Inclusivity and Racism
- Archdiocese of Philadelphia Catholic Response to Racism page
- Combating Racism – Educational Resources by the USCCB
- Combating Racism and Discrimination by NFCYM
- Diversity and Inclusion by NFCYM has resources on intercultural competencies and a diversity of cultural families
- Faith Formation: Racial Equity and Justice resources page by the Archdiocese of New Orleans
- Getting Honest and Uncomfortable About Race and Discrimination, blog by Teresa Nguyen for LifeTeen
- Taking Steps Toward Anti-Racism, blog by LifeTeen with resource list
Life
- 6 Simple Ways to Build the Culture of Life by the Archdiocese of Baltimore
- A collection of Catholic pro-life resources by LifeTeen
- Building a Culture of Life with Middle School & High School Students includes prayer, lesson, and resources by the Archdiocese of Baltimore
- Defying Abortion Logic: A Prolife Teen Experience, article on Catholic Stand
- Pro-Life Activities, Youth Outreach Materials by the USCCB
- Video series by Generation Life
- Witness stories: The Moment that Changed Me: Bethany Madonna, SV, Sr. Virginia Joy, SV, Sr. Cara Marie, SV, Sr. Mary Casey O’Connor, SV
Sexuality and Gender
- *Local: The Culture Project Philadelphia (PDF)
- A Catechesis on the Human Person & Gender Ideology, Catholic Diocese of Arlington (PDF)
- Chastity Project offers a variety of resources like videos, audio, Q&A, and more
- A Catechesis on the Human Person and Gender Ideology (PDF) by the Diocese of Arlington
- Good News About Sex & Marriage (Revised Edition): Answers to Your Honest Questions about Catholic Teaching by Christopher West
- In Pursuit of Love: Catholic Morality and Human Sexuality, Revised Edition (Theology And Life) by Vincent J. Genovesi SJ
- Life, Love, and the Theology of the Body by Ascension Presents
- Person and Identity Project “formation, resources, and pastoral guidance on issues of faith, gender, and sexual identity”
- Talking Points on Theology of the Body with Teens, Youth Ministry Resource from the Diocese of Arlington (PDF)
- The Transgender Question with Fr. Mike Schmitz by Ascension Presents
- Theology of the Body for Teens: Middle School Edition by Ascension Presents
- Theology of the Body (Catholic Sexuality) TOB by speaker Ken Yasinski
- Why God Gave Us Bodies with Fr. Mike Schmitz by Ascension Presents
Variety
- Catholic-Link offers a variety of resources on different topics and in a variety of media
- Cornerstone Media, uses popular music “as a tool to spark dialogue about values and relationships”
- “Discover” page of the Diocese of Westminster Youth Ministry
- Dynamic Catholic, has lots to explore
- The “God Is…” Collection from YDisciple
- “Lists” page of the Diocese of Westminster Youth Ministry
- Magis Center is dedicated to resources on the relationship of faith, reason, and science
- The Religion Teacher, although geared towards religion educators, the lessons and resources can be adapted for youth ministry
Video Channels
- Ascension Presents, Fr. Mike Schmitz
- Catholic Central
- Eucharistic Congress 2024 videos and YouTube playlist by EWTN
- Formed
- LifeTeen
- Mark Hart
- ODB Films
- YoFoReal by the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal (CFRs)
Virtues and Vices
- Activities on the Virtues by The Catholic Toolbox
- A reflection on developing virtues in teens by The Religion Teacher
- Catholic virtues lesson plan by The Religion Teacher
- Courageous Virtue for Teens: A Bible Study of Moral Excellence for Young Women by Emily Stimpson, Stacy Mitch
- Virtues and Vices by the Diocese of Westminster Youth Ministry
- Virtues | Catholic Central
- Youth Bible Study- The Theological Virtues by Look to Him & Be Radiant