Overview of NFCYM Resources

The NFCYM develops information and resources that broadly support Catholic youth ministry as defined by Renewing the Vision: A Framework for Catholic Youth Ministry. This material is provided as a service to the field, pastoral ministers, youth and interested adults alike.

These complimentary resources are copyrighted by the NFCYM and are made available for educational and pastoral purposes. The resources may be copied and distributed for these uses only. For all other uses, copyright permission must be sought from the NFCYM.

Component of Youth Ministry

Resources organizes by component of youth ministry include the following: Adolescent Catechesis, Justice and Service, and Prayer and Worship.

Pastoral Responses

Pastoral response resources include various topics, such as: HIV/AIDS, Pastoral Response to Youth Violence, True Love Waits, Youth with Disabilities, Youth Protection, Immigration, and Gay, Lesbian, and Transgendered.

Research Studies and Reports

Keep abreast of the latest research about Adolescents and their Faith, Catholics, and Youth Ministry Leaders. Studies discussed include: Effectives Practices, Hardwired to Connect, the National Study of Youth and Religion, 2005 Diocesan Directors of Youth Ministry, and much more. Learn more…

Special Issues

Occasionally, the NFCYM develops resources to respond to topics in the news and/or media events. Subjects include: Chronicles of Narnia, Jesus and The Da Vinci Code, John Paul II, Pope Benedict XVI, and The Passion of the Christ.

Youth Development

Effective youth ministry demands that youth ministry leaders and other caring adults understand adolescents and the world they live in. Take a moment to learn more about: Healthy Adolescent Development and Young Adolescents.

Utilizing the Youth Ministry Resource Manuals

The Youth Ministry Resource Manual is an annual calendar-year publication that provides catechetical sessions, prayer experiences, service activities, and other tools reflecting a particular theme and culminating in the national celebration of World Youth Day on the Thirtieth Sunday of Ordinary Time.

Shop at the NFCYM Online Store

 

NFCYM Online Store Grand Re-Opening in web browser window. Click to open the store.NFCYM celebrates the "Grand Re-Opening" of its Online Store. Offering a new level of access to youth ministry and Girl Scout and Camp Fire resources: the re-opening of our online store will provide a modern, user-friendly internet shopping cart experience with real-time credit card processing, a variety of shipping choices, automatic volume discounts and more.

Store Features

  • Use the "browse" link at the top or the _Browse by Category_ on the left to view the major groupings of products. Drill down in each category for more detailed information and views. Or click on the category heading itself (on the left side navigation) to jump directly to a product grouping. When you are ready to buy, just "add to cart" and your selection will be ready for you at checkout.
  • Volume discounts are noted with a yellow dollar sign icon next to the product name. The actual discounts are shown on the product detail page and will be automatically applied when you order the applicable quantity.
  • Our checkout now offers you multiple shipping options with UPS or US Postal Service Priority Mail, incorporating the shipping costs directly into your purchase. When you are ready to complete your checkout, you will be able to purchase in real-time using Visa, MasterCard, or Discover.
  • At checkout or any time before (using the "Customer Account" box), take the time to register your information in a customer account. That will make your shopping trip easier when you return—all your information will be saved and filled into your checkout screens automatically after you login.

We invite you to tour the store, familiarize yourself with it, and make it your primary means to place orders with the NFCYM.