The youth we work with are encouraged in their faith by connecting with others who also believe. They desire healthy relationships with adults who are leading them closer to Jesus and who desire to walk alongside them in that process. This type of presence-centered relational ministry requires time spent together. Youth events are an opportunity for young people and adult leaders to have a shared encounter with Jesus. In volunteering as a leader for a Diocesan youth event, you understand that it is this type of relational ministry that you are being called to with the young people attending the event.
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NOTE: Due to the nature of this type of ministry, it is important that the leaders chosen understand their role and responsibility as missionary disciples. We ask all leader applicants to participate in an interview with the Director of youth programs before a final decision on leaders will be made.
Are you up to date with your Safe Environment training and screening?
If not, upon completion of this application, please contact your Parish Safe Environment Coordinator to provide you with the training and screening required to be an adult leader with the Diocese of Grand Island
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In an effort to recruit committed leaders, the Diocese Youth Office is willing to share the adult cost with both the applicant and your parish. With that in mind, we ask that each adult leader pay a $100 non-refundable deposit at the time of registration. In addition, please let your pastor know of your interest in being an adult leader for this event, we will then work with pastors in financial support of all chosen leaders.
Reference
Please provide the name and email of your parish priest as a reference.