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The Youth Ministry Scenario. Fr. Mario Villegas Baclig, SDB. Our specific objectives. A general idea: who are the youth of today? A renewed awareness: what is the Church doing for the youth? A new paradigm: Catholic youth ministry today.
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The Youth Ministry Scenario Fr. Mario Villegas Baclig, SDB Youth Ministry Scenario
Our specific objectives • A general idea: who are the youth of today? • A renewed awareness: what is the Church doing for the youth? • A new paradigm: Catholic youth ministry today Youth Ministry Scenario
The Youth of Today* the first step in youth ministry! • A large mosaic: a bit of anything and everything, often in striking contrast • Essential: a thorough knowledge of their context FOR MORE INFO... Studies on the youth Theories on developmental stages Participant observation Youth Ministry Scenario
2. The World Youth DaysCatholic youth ministry at its best! • A journey that started in 1985 (1984) • “A special treasure” for society and the Church • The example of John Paul II Youth Ministry Scenario
3. Catholic youth ministrythe usual paradigm The ensemble of actions and activities for, to, by, and with the youth. Youth Ministry Scenario
Catholic youth ministrya renewed paradigm! The process of journeying that the entire Christian community makes with the young people in order to lead them to Christ, the Perfect Man. Youth Ministry Scenario
Catholic youth ministryScriptural paradigms • The Emmaus story: Luke 24: 13—35 Jesus journeyed with the two disciples • The Beautiful Gate: Acts 3: 1—10 The crippled man got up and walked on his own! Youth Ministry Scenario
Catholic youth ministryAnother paradigm! The growth-enabling relationship between youth minister and youth. Youth Ministry Scenario
Catholic youth ministrya Philippine paradigm The complete process of journeying with youth, that covers the three phases of: • Formation • Organization • Mobilization Youth Ministry Scenario
3 steps in setting up and sustaining youth ministry • Step 1: See Analyzing the situation • Step 2: Judge Drawing up a vision • Step 3: Act Implementing a plan Youth Ministry Scenario