The Beatitudes Retreat Team
The Beatitudes of Franciscan University of Steubenville are a male Catholic a cappella group, whose mission is to spread the Gospel through music and comedy.
I had them come to my youth group once and the made a great impact on the youth. If you need help with a retreat or an evening of fun, ask them to come.
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Free March Youth Ministry Lesson
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Lent is an important time of the year for youth groups. There are plenty of activities already planned in most parishes, so try and tap into them. Many times priest are busy with confession, so try and make use of the available confession times. Also, think about planning a Passion Play for the parish; however More >
The Sorrows of the Blessed Mother
about 3 weeks ago - No comments
Our Lady of La Sallate cites two areas of humanity that cause Jesus much pain. First not keeping holy the Sabbath and taking the Lord’s name in vain.
A simple and small request from the Blessed Mother warning her children of the pain we cause Jesus.
Who would have thought missing Sunday Mass and using the Lord’s More >
Persistence and Humility – Keys to the Kingdom
about 1 month ago - No comments
Many times working in the Catholic Church can turn you away from your faith. Sometimes even turn others away from you.
With limited budgets, growing concerns, grouchy coworkers, and uncharitable adversaries its a miracle many youth ministers, young adult coordinators, DREs, teachers, and clergy stay in ministry.
It’s easy to give up and turn away. It’s even More >
How to Start Adoration with Teens
about 1 month ago - No comments
A youth minister recently commented on How to Attract Youth To Youth Group, asking the question, “How do you start Adoration with teens who are…well uninterested.”
Great Question. More Catholic Parishes should be asking the same question for the entire parish. “How can we invite more people to spend time with the Lord in adoration.” More >
10 Videos to Start Conversation
about 1 month ago - No comments
Youth Groups and Young Adult Meetings can sometimes start slow. Maybe you have exhausted your ideas or opening skits? Here are some Catholic videos that deal with Mary, the Pope, Catholic Music, Pro-life and more.
After your opening ice breakers, follow with a short movie. If you don’t have the internet in your room, download the More >
Free February Youth Ministry Lesson
about 1 month ago - No comments
February Youth Ministry Lessons. Yet again another sample free youth ministry lesson. Mix and match. Add your own ideas. Just don’t complain that running a youth group is too hard for you.
7:00-7:15pm Arrival
7:15-7:20pm Prayer
7:20-7:30pm Welcome
7:30-7:45pm Pictionary
7:45-8:05pm Pope John Paul II Video
8:05-8:25pm Pizza and Drinks
8:25-8:55pm Adoration
9:00pm Complete
7:00-7:15pm Arrival
7:15-7:20pm Prayer
7:20-7:30pm Welcome
7:30-7:45pm Charades
7:45-8:05pm Pope John Paul II Video
8:05-8:25pm More >
How to Attract Youth to Youth Group
about 1 month ago - 3 comments
More Proven Marketing Tips for Catholic Youth Groups
Let’s face it…Youth groups in the Catholic Church are usually small; however, here are some sure methods of bringing more youth to youth group. Try them and tell me how they work for you!
1. Speak from the Pulpit. Right after all the Masses in the Fall and More >
Social Networking Success for the Catholic Parish
about 1 month ago - 2 comments
This is a subject that scares everyone except the youth themselves. As St. Ignatius says, “You must enter through their door and leave through Christ’s.” I often hear how youth events are not well attended. Poor to nothing usually. Why commit so much hard work to something and have no one benefit?
When I asked Matthew More >
Benefits of Praise and Worship
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The fruit of praise and worship speak for themselves. Walk in on any reverent group of individuals singing Come Now is the Time to Worship, Open the Eyes of My Heart, or Heart of Worship and you will see hands in the air, eyes closed, sometimes tears, and singing voices. They are praying and praising More >
Ave Maria College – Another Real Catholic College
about 2 months ago - No comments
Well, I thought it was about time to spread the love. Franciscan University isn’t the only Catholic college.
One night at youth group you could show all the Catholic college videos to the youth.
