Best Practices on this page include practical programs that have been successful in at least one parish, and that could potentially be implemented in other parishes. Browse for the latest Best Practices below or search across the multiple areas of parish life.
26 July 2010 Pro-Active Welcome Attracts Young Parishioners
Simple outreach to new residents increases young parishioners' involvement in parish activities
Categories: Faith Formation, Outreach, Youth
5 July 2010 Crossing the Language Divide
A practical, simple way to be able to give homilies in languages besides your mother tongue.
Catholic HEART Workcamps
A place where the hearts of the young will be changed forever!
Categories: Outreach, Youth
Bringing Kids to Eucharistic Adoration: Two Easy Ways
Effectively engaging children in Eucharistic Adoration often means bringing the entire family closer together and closer to Christ.
Categories: Faith Formation, Family, Sacraments, Vocation Promotion, Youth
Parish VBS Offers Truly Catholic Curriculum
St. Mary's Vacation Bible School enhances religious education program.
Categories: Faith Formation, Family, Outreach, Youth
Getting More Families to Sunday Mass
Using the religious education program to motivate Mass attendance.
Making Pentecost Come Alive for Kids and Parents
A simple, powerfully effective method for families and parishes to recognize the gifts of the Holy Spirit within their children.
Categories: Faith Formation, Family, Youth
Young People Learn True Meaning of Happiness
Parish Uses “Healing the Culture” Program to Educate Its Youth
School of Virtue: K4J Helps Catholic Parish & School
St. Thomas More uses K4J School of Virtue Program to enhance its catechesis
Knights Build Squires into Leaders
Boys develop passion for their faith and leadership skills through formation and service opportunities.
Categories: Faith Formation, Outreach, Vocation Promotion, Youth