Best Practices : Youth

8 March 2010 School of Virtue: K4J Helps Catholic parish & school

St. Thomas More uses K4J School of Virtue Program to enhance its catechesis

22 February 2010 Pro-Active Welcome Attracts Young Parishioners

Simple outreach to new residents increases young parishioners' involvement in parish activities

Knights Build Squires into Leaders

Boys develop passion for their faith and leadership skills through formation and service opportunities.

Boys' involvement in Mass increases 500%

By returning to more demanding altar server practices, two men were able to increase participation at their parish from 10 to 60.

A Parish Retreat That Overflows - in Numbers and in Grace

Matthew Kelly's retreats spark conversions and and a new impulse toward holiness among parishioners.

Innovative CD Distribution Program Gives Dramatic Results

Lighthouse Catholic Media's free CD distribution program is reclaiming fallen-away Catholics and increasing the zeal of ordinary parishioners.

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.

Parish VBS Offers Truly Catholic Curriculum

St. Mary's Vacation Bible School enhances religious education program.

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.

A Life-changing Message that Connects with Kids

Motivational speaker and author Matthew Kelly has a lasting impact on young lives.