Some organizations are the "I pay you, you do something for me" type of club. Not NACYML. NACYML members discern and decide what is important and necessary for the field of Catholic Youth Ministry and the membership. Read more about being a part of a 'member driven' organization, and become a part of this growth by joining the over 650 other leaders in youth and campus ministry who are driving this movement forward.
The NACYML Leadership Team, and NFCYM Board of Directors, recently approved a five year strategic plan for the organization. For more information, download the strategic goals and objectives. 
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As a "member-driven organization", the membership of NACYML charts the course of the organization, including its benefits. See the current list of member benefits; as we continue to grow the list will be updated.
The majority of NACYML communication is electronic. E-mail communications are also posted under the 'Key Documents' section in the 'Members Only' section. If you see that a communication was sent out which you did not receive, contact the NACYML Office via e-mail at matthewr@nfcym.org or call 202-636-3825.
Update profile and contact information in the members' database, participate in the discussion forums, review the current and past issues of NACYML newsletters, and read the current updates and announcements.
NACYML newsletter is posted online. Past issues are archived for members under the E-Newsletter section of the 'Members' Only' section.
The seventh article in the adolescent catechesis monograph series, sponsored by the Partnership for Adolescent Catechesis, is available. The American Cultural Context of Adolescent Catechesis by Dr. William Dinges of Catholic University, examines the cultural context in which catechesis occurs among young American Catholics.
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NACYML is a service of the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM)—an organization of affiliated dioceses (represented by the diocesan director of youth ministry). NFCYM's stated purpose is to “serve those who serve the young Catholic Church”. By forming an association, the NFCYM helps to further their mission by more directly serving all professionals responsible for Catholic youth and campus ministry.
As you may have heard, an unprecedented new initiative is now underway, and NACYML and the NFCYM are supporting A Catholic Climate Covenant: the St. Francis Pledge to Care for Creation and the Poor.
Utilize resources on the Catholic Coalition on Climate Change
website for prayer services and educational tools. Also, access the covenant flyer and print ad to promote the Catholic Climate Covenant. (1.6 MB)
Together we can make a difference not only for the world today but also for the world tomorrow. (For more information on climate change issues, refer to the recent article in the National Catholic Reporter, and the USCCB website on climate change.)
Being a youth ministry newbie isn't easy. Youth minitry is a profession where it is all to common to hear terms like: high turnover, burnout, and early retirement. It does not have to be like that though.
Cosponsored by National Association of Catholic Youth Ministers Leaders (NACYML) and Cultivation Ministries, the Institute for New Youth Ministers (INYM) will help new youth ministers focus on developing the right vision, the right lifestyle, the right relationships, and the right practical methodologies for disciple-making youth ministries.
Imagine a gathering where nationally recognized youth ministry veterans identify what they wished they knew when beginning as youth workers… Picture a conference schedule that addresses the common trouble spots and the real, but often hidden issues that can make or break a youth ministry… Consider a gathering that helps you focus on the essential areas that lead to a fruitful, disciple making youth ministry lead by spiritually healthy leaders-and you have The Institute for New Youth Ministers. For more information, or to register, click on the INYM Logo above, or download the brochure here. (584 KB)
A Course of the Institute in Lifelong Faith Formation sponsored by The Center for Ministry DevelopmentThe course is designed especially for parish leaders in catechesis and adolescent ministries: Directors of Religious Education, Coordinators of Youth Ministry, Coordinators of Confirmation Preparation and Sacramental Preparation for Adolescents, Catechists for Adolescents. For more information and registration materials, download the flyer here. (495 KB)
Nearly 2300 participants, performers, speakers and exhibitors gathered together December 4-7, 2008 in Cleveland to be Formed by Living Waters. Here are a few ways to stay connected with all that NCCYM had to offer.
The NCCYM Gathering Place located at MyCatholicVoice.com is the place to gather, connect and download NCCYM talks, music and handouts.
Review the NCCYM MicroBlogs at the NCCYM MicroBlog website.
More NCCYM video clips, thoughts and pictures located at the Catholic Youth Ministry Blog
Download a copy of all the special drawing and doorprize winners at NCCYM. (14 KB)
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