Find a Brother/Sister Group. (#0105)
Eric Gallagher2019-08-30T14:52:59-05:00Oftentimes groups are separated by sex. If you're a guys only group, consider inviting a girls group to be your sister group. You can plan to do things together at [...]
Oftentimes groups are separated by sex. If you're a guys only group, consider inviting a girls group to be your sister group. You can plan to do things together at [...]
Johnny Whoop is a game that involves having the youth ‘figure out’ the rules. You start by showing them the way to do it and then having them learn how. I’ve [...]
This is a classic and light-hearted video that can inspire quite a bit of conversation on how our actions and attitude can influence others.
Meet with a Sacristan (the person who assists with setup and cleanup for Mass) and ask them to go through the things that they do before, during, and after each [...]
Another simple idea that sometimes people just need permission to do. Have everyone in the group bring their favorite board games and play as many as you can. Or start [...]
Have a night where each person brings someone that they look up to. Spend time sharing about how they met, why they brought them, etc. You can still do a [...]
This is truly one of the most simple traditional "activities" for groups to enjoy each others others. Have your group hang out around a fire pit with some simple snacks [...]
Take your group on a trip to visit a convent or monastery. Most homes for religious have information on how to schedule a visit on their website. Ask your Diocesan [...]
Put together a schedule that expects the individuals in the group to provide snacks at various times. Be sure to discuss what's expected. Keep it simple and affordable for all [...]
Many groups have found success in regards to commitment and accountability when they sign a group covenant. Essentially what a group covenant is, is a set of agreed upon behaviors [...]
Talk about what is needed to plan a wedding. Invite a priest to come in and share their experience with couples and marriage preparation. They can also bring their "checklist" [...]
Knowing how to give, save, and spend are very important human qualities that many youth are not taught in the home. Being good stewards of the money God gives us [...]
It's the little "human" things like this that we often neglect. Find a good movie at the theater and go together. Go out for ice cream or something afterwards. Invite [...]
Ask a funeral home if they would be willing to give your group a tour, explain the process they go through when someone dies and have time for the group [...]
Whether or not you have a group of adults or youth, have a potluck and invite all of the family members as well. Make it simple night with a little [...]
Typically every big hospital provides a template and forms for an Advanced Care Directive. Talk about end of life, difficult choices in area of medical treatment, etc. Bring in a [...]
Be sure to invite parents, other groups, or friends if you want to get to know some others. Invite your Pastor!
Email the office of the Bishop and request that your group get to meet with him for a short time (10-15 minutes) to meet him, ask him a few questions, [...]
This may seem a bit ridiculous but imagine one of your students meeting having dinner with someone they are interested in dating and "ruining it" because they lack good manners [...]
Ask your Pastor about a good engaged couple that your group could meet with. Have the couple come and talk about their faith and how they are preparing for marriage. [...]
Bring a car mechanic in to show it in great detail. Have the youth in your group actually go through their cars and make sure they have everything they need [...]
Take some time to ask questions about each other's families. This is great especially for new groups or if you feel like you don't really know your group yet. It [...]
This is a great human formation opportunity. Knowing how to change the oil in your own car can save you a lot of money over a lifetime. If you don't [...]
Many diocesan vocations offices offer visits. Join their offerings or plan your own! Be sure to connect with the seminary beforehand to ensure they are available to give you a [...]
This can be an incredibly powerful activity, especially at the end of a retreat or trip together. Pass out a sheet a paper for each person and have them write [...]