Diocese of Camden

Office of Lifelong Faith Formation

Youth, Young Adult & Campus Ministries

March 2013

 

Prayer for the New Pope 

 

O God, who in your providential designwilled that your Church be built upon blessed Peter, whom you set over the other apostles,
look with favor, we pray, on Francis, our Pope,
and grant that he, whom you have made Peter's successor,
may be for your people a visible source and foundation
of unity in faith and of communion.

Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever.

Amen.

 

-Source:  Rocco Palma

Diocesan Youth Congress
A parish delegation from Youth Congress 2012

It's almost here...

Faith Alive!  Teens in grades 8 - 12 are invited to the Diocesan Youth Congress on Sunday, March 24, 2013, at St. Simon Stock Parish in Berlin.  This day-long event provides teens with a chance to make new friends, explore their faith and connect more deeply with God.  The schedule includes dynamic speakers, inspiring prayer and worship, and fun social opportunities.  

 

Join Bishop Dennis Sullivan for Liturgy and share with our local shepherd your gifts and talents. 

 

Consider attending with your parish's delegation.  Check here for publicity and more information:

 

Youth Congress Information

Parish Registration Form

Parental Permission Form

Medical Release Form

 

Begin Holy Week and Easter by discovering how to bring faith alive!

Theology on Tap

Mike DiBenedetto

"I Do Believe, Help My Unbelief!": Faith & Sacred Scripture
 

Thursday, March 21 from 7 P.M. - 9:15 P.M.
Welcoming young adults, single or married in their 20s and 30s!

 

Chickie's & Pete's
6055 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township, NJ

Guest Presenter: Mike DiBenedetto
Mike has 47 years of teaching experience in Philadelphia Catholic High Schools and is a dynamic instructor for the Camden Biblical Institute.

Cost: No cost to attend

 

Participants are welcome to enjoy free pizza and world famous crab fries. There will also be a variety of specials available.  

For more info: (856) 583-612 or join "Theology on Tap - South Jersey" on Facebook or follow "Theology on Tap SJ" on Twitter.

  

 

Are you looking to discover ways to engage more young people in parish life and worship?
Mr. John Roberto

Join The Office of Lifelong Faith Formation in welcoming John Roberto in a day-long workshop.   

 

When:  Wednesday, April 17, 2013

 

Where:  St. Charles Borromeo Parish

176 Stagecoach Road, Sicklerville, NJ

Time: 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.

Cost:  $25 per person or $20 per person for groups of 3 or more (lunch included)

  
Who is John Roberto?
  • President of Lifelong Faith Associates
  • Editor of the journal "Lifelong Faith"
  • Coordinator of Faith Formation 2020 Project
  • Consultant for Churches and National Organizations
  • Teacher & Author
  • Creator of Theory & Generations of Faith-intergenerational, a lifelong approach to faith formation

 

  
New Jersey State Catholic Youth Rally
Six FlagsConsider joining the five dioceses from New Jersey in this day of fun and faith on Sunday, May 19, 2013.  The Diocese of Metuchen is hosting this year's Liturgy.
  
The NJ Catholic Youth Rally Package includes:

 

 

  • Admission to Six Flags Great Adventure
  • Opening ceremony (9:30 A.M.) & closing Liturgy (6 P.M.)
  • FREE Admission and catered buffet for ages two and under
  • FREE Parking vouchers
  • FREE Return ticket for every person who visits the catering area
  • Private All-You-Can-Eat Buffet from 12:00-4:00 P.M.

Total Package per person - $45.00

 

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL -Tickets must be postmarked and paid for by May 1, 2013, and they will include one free ticket for every ten paid tickets.

 

Click here for an order form.
 

There are a limited number of scholarship tickets available based upon economic hardship.  Please email Greg Coogan or call at 856-583-6122 with any questions.

Justice or Just Us?
The 13th Annual Romero Lecture Romero
Featuring Keynote Speaker:
Jack Jezreel
Founder & President of JustFaith Ministries
  
Since 1989 JustFaith Ministries has provided programs that transform people and church communities, expanding their commitment to social ministry. 
  
Friday, March 22, 2013
at Rutgers University - Camden
Tickets:  $15
All proceeds benefit the work and mission Romero Center Ministries in Camden, New Jersey
  
Click here for the Romero Center's website.
Picking Popes:  Resignation, Conclave and the Future

Join Dr. Christopher Bellitto, Professor of History, Kean University

 

Wednesday, March 27

7:30-9:00 pm

 

St. Mary's Parish Hall

2001 Springdale Road

Cherry Hill, NJ 08003

 

Dr. Bellitto, leading papal expert featured by the New York Times, CNN, National Public Radio and more, will visit the Diocese of Camden for a dynamic, informative evening on this unprecedented time in the modern Catholic Church.

 

A great opportunity for spiritual and intellectual enrichment during Holy Week. You won't want to miss it!

 

Free admission. All are welcome.

 

Questions? Contact Mike Jordan Laskey, Life & Justice Ministries, at michael.laskey@camdendiocese.org or 856.583.6119

Resource Register - Youth Ministry
Free online resource from St. Mary's Press
  
  
This free resource is recenlty redesigned and updated with new ideas for youth sessionis including outlines, videos, and handouts.  St. Mary's Press is a nonprofit Catholic publisher administered by the Christian Brothers of the Midwest Province. Saint Mary's Press is a contemporary expression of the Catholic Church's mission to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ and the Lasallian mission to provide a human and Christian education for young people.  St. Mary's Press is a collaborating member of NFCYM.
Resource Register - Young Adult Ministry
So you say you don't do the "religion" thing?
  
 
  • Online magazine for spiritual seekers
  • Young adults writing about faith in culture, relationships, politics & more
  • The Busted Halo Show with Fr. Dave on Sirius XM satellite radio
  • Videos that make sacraments and Catholic teachings more accessible
  • Four weekly podcasts for young people on the go
  • Experts answering questions of faith
  • Tools for your personal spiritual life
  • Find them on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, iTunes, Tumblr, Pinterest
  Click here to visit their site.
  
Join a conversation with other young people about where faith and real
life meet.

Diocese of Camden

Office of Lifelong Faith Formation

Youth, Young Adult & Campus Ministries
631 Market Street

Camden, New Jersey 08102
(856) 583-6122

gregory.coogan@camdendiocese.org

Discernment Retreat for Young Adult Women
Discernment Retreat - April 12-14, 2013
Friday 6pm-Sunday 1pm
Villa Maria House of Studies

Young women (18-35) are invited to join us for this retreat which focuses on the IHM Charism and the importance of listening to God's call and discovering the many ways that God speaks to us. Time will be included for personal and communal prayer as well as the opportunity to interact with the Sisters in Formation.
Please contact Sister Rose Bernadette Mulligan or Sister Mary Jo Ely at
ihmvoc@aol.com or 610-889-1553
Summer Experience in Cape May Point
SSJ Mission Corps Summer Experience at Saint Mary by the Sea....
This is an intentional community of prayer and sharing and volunteering in the retreat house.  It lasts from May 28 - August 28 (although the ending date is flexible depending on college schedules...), and there is a small monthly stipend.  The program is for young adult women 19 - 35 with at least one year of college.
  
Contact Joan Dollinger at jdollinger_marybythesea@comcast.net for more information.
Day of Pray for Girls in Grades 6,7,8
The Religious Teachers Filippini are hosting a day of prayer for girls on
  • Saturday, April 20, 2013
  • Villa Walsh, Morristown, NJ
  • 9:30 A.M.- 3:00 P.M.
  • Registration $10.00
For more information contact Sister Shirlee
at 917-349-7935