Catholic Youth Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

In episode 20, Journeying with young people, we hear from Peter Bierer. Peter is the Assistant Director of Pastoral Life and Mission at the Catholic Archdiocese of Adelaide. He is the previous Coordinator of the Catholic Office for Youth and Young Adults and has over 20 years of experience in youth ministry across various roles in the United States of America and Australia. Peter talks about the importance of journeying with young people, sharing stories and experiences from accompanying young people, and top tips for how we can practically accompany young people in our parishes, schools and communities. 

And we’re back with the rest of our conversation with Jean-Marie Nguyen about Burnout and Resilience.

In episode 19, Burnout and Resilience (part 2), we hear from 2 special guests, Jean-Marie Nguyen former parish and school youth minister and current faith formator in Catholic schools and Julian Nguyen, COYYA Coordinator. They share practical steps on how we can build resilience to prevent and manage burnout. 

In episode number 10, Family Grown Faith, Juliana sits down with her very own big sister Daniella to explore their experiences of how the family unit can impact a young person’s faith journey.

Growing up in the same family as siblings, Daniella and Juliana had a lot of similar faith-based experiences, but also explored different paths in life, in their interests, studies, relationships and careers. In this episode, the sisters reflect and share some of the top moments that shaped their faith as young people.

Whether you’re a parent who is curious to know how you can help cultivate the faith of your young ones or maybe you are the young one wanting to connect with your siblings about faith we hope that you find this conversation insightful. 

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In episode number 9 we sit down with Sally Wellington, Child Protection Unit Manager for the Archdiocese of Adelaide to talk about the Child Protection Unit which has been active since 2004, and to run through what checks and training's are currently required for working with children in youth ministry. In this episode you’ll learn all about:  

• What is the role of the Child Protection Unit,  
• What are some key points about child safety that people should know when it comes to working with children in youth ministry, 
• What requirements do those working or volunteering with children in youth ministry in the Archdiocese of Adelaide need to meet, 
• Working With Children Check (WWCC), 
• Safe Environments for Children and Young People Training, 
• important documents, guidelines and protocols, and 
• Where to go for further information and advice.  

Website and contact information for the Child Protection Unit: https://adelaide.catholic.org.au/our-people/child-protection/contact-us  

Questions about the Working with Children Check (WWCC)? Here is the website and contact information for the Screening and Verification Authority: https://adelaide.catholic.org.au/our-people/police-check-unit/contact-us

In episode number 8 part 2 of this 2-part special, we sit down with Fr Josh Nash, Catholic Priest and Oblate Missionary, to chat about everything you need to know about getting married in the Catholic Church.

In part 2 you’ll learn all about:

-         The cost of getting married in the Catholic church.

-         The key parts of a Catholic wedding ceremony

-         Vows and saying I do

-         Ideas to personalise and make your ceremony memorable

-         Does a Catholic wedding have to be a Mass and does it have to be inside a church

-         More tips and encouragement for planning a wedding in the Catholic church!

In episode number 7, part 1 of this 2 part special, we chat with Fr Josh Nash, Catholic Priest and Oblate Missionary, to chat about everything you need to know about getting married in the Catholic Church.

In part 1 you’ll learn all about:

-         What is the meaning behind getting married in the Catholic church.

-         Who can officiate a Catholic wedding

-         How do you find a priest or deacon to officiate your wedding

-         How far in advance do you need to plan a wedding in the Catholic church

-         What sort of documentation do you need to have ready

-         Do both the bride and groom need to be Catholic to get married in the church and what if you’re already living together and/or have kids

-         Pre-marital counselling, and

-         More tips and encouragement for planning a wedding in the Catholic church!

In episode number 6 we chat with Belinda Fusco, Events Manager for the Archdiocese of Adelaide and former COYYA Youth Ministry Support Officer to talk about how to plan and run events. In this episode you’ll learn all about:

-         Where to begin with event planning,

-         How to set an event timeline,

-         How to work out priorities and plan an event,  

-         Tips on how to invite and market your event,

-         How to incorporate hospitality,

-         What to do when things don’t go to plan, and

-         Belinda’s top tips and resources for event planning.

In episode number 5 we hear from Cara McGlaughlin, former school youth minister and team member of Marist Youth Ministry Australia to learn from her extensive experience working in school youth ministry. Whether you’re just starting out in youth ministry or you’re a veteran youth minister, this conversation will give you plenty of inspiration heading into the new school year.

Cara’s top tips for school youth ministry:  

-         Find what works for you!

-         Relationships first and foremost – people over programs.

-         Talk to people and build connections!

-         Transparency is key to building trust and relationships.

-         Expect the interruptions and see them as an invitation to connect with others.

-         You’ve been called to youth ministry for a reason and have something special to the table. Have the desire and motivation to find out what you have to bring to the table and offer that.

-         Trust in yourself and your ability because you are in the role for a reason.  

-         Rely on those around you and ask for help when you need it.

-         Whenever you need a boost of motivation remind yourself why you started youth ministry.

-         Have fun!

In episode number 4 we sit down with Micah Thorbjornsen to talk about his experience about how men form friendships and connect with each other and their spirituality.

In episode number 3 we hear from Amanda Razon, former Family Faith Formation Advisor for Catholic Education and current Assistant Principal in Religious Identity and Mission (APRIM) at St John the Baptist Catholic School to talk about spiritual practices in schools. In this episode you’ll learn about:

What are the main spiritual practices generally found in Catholic schools including,

-         Prayer

-         Liturgy

-         Mass

Why they are considered important and are practiced in schools,

How to practice them in meaningful ways, and

Top practical tips to keep in mind when leading or taking part in these spiritual practices.

Quotes:

What makes this school different from other schools. A Catholic School is centred in God and God has provided us with all of these things and we want to enrich the students with their learning but also, we want them to be enriched and know that they are loved by God and flourish because they are known and loved by God.

Prayer is intentionally inviting God into that space and being with God.

How do you develop any relationship with anyone unless you spend time with them? So that is why prayer is important. I can’t be your friend if I just simply know you and that is it, but I have to know more about you by spending time with you. Prayer is that avenue to know God better.

Check in with yourself and know what is in your heart at that time, that can lead to a more genuine prayer.

At the heart of it, you want prayer to be genuine and intentional and heartfelt, not just actions or words for the sake of doing it.

Liturgy is an extended, more formal way of praying. A public form of worship.

Know that each person is on their own journey, that you are so welcome to add your flavour and there is no hard and fast rule of doing things but remember the heart of it.