While these links are reviewed and updated regularly, they are links to third-party publishers and resources. The CYM Office and Diocese of Wilmington are not responsible for the content on these sites and do not bear responsibility for any doctrinal or factual errors that may be present.
Youth Ministry
- The National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM) is the largest youth ministry organization in the United States. It is the foundation for synodal dialogue about the needs and concerns of those who minister to youth. For the past 43 years, NFCYM has networked with Catholic youth ministry leaders from across the country and given them a platform for collaboration and mutual support.
- Marathon Youth Ministry ensures that accompanying young people does not lead to burnout and provides a podcast, resources, and training to help ministry workers run the race.
- Real+True is a FREE resource that explores the Catechism of the Catholic Church in dynamic, engaging videos with downloadable discussion questions.
- Saints Alive is a free podcast that brings the stories of the Saints to life in compelling and exciting ways with professional voice actors, Hollywood-trained directors, and high-quality production.
- The Kids’ Bulletin is a fun way for Catholic kids to learn about the Faith every week.
Director’s Favorite YouTube Channels
Diocese of Wilmington Vocation Office
Information for young people who are interested in vocational studies, religious life and/or seminary education.
Catholic Publishers
- Ascension Press offers virtual events, videos, study programs, and print materials for purchase.
- Ave Maria Press has free and purchasable resources that align with ministry and school religion curricula.
- Loyola Press offers Catholic resources and faith formation programs.
- OSV provides resources to serve the church for individuals, families, parishes, and schools.
- RCL Benziger has free downloadable resources, prayers, activities, and more for home, school, and parish.
- Visit Saint Mary’s Press Resource Center webpage.
Catholic News Service
This website reports the current headlines of the day and helps relate it to Gospel readings and how we can improve our faith in our everyday lives.
Vatican: The Holy See
The official website of the Holy See, the episcopal jurisdiction of the Roman Catholic Church in Rome.
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
The mission of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops is to support the ministry of bishops with an emphasis on evangelization, by which the bishops exercise in a communal and collegial manner certain pastoral functions entrusted to them by the Lord Jesus of sanctifying, teaching, and governing.
Catholic Relief Services
Find out more about the “best kept secret of the Catholic faith”…Catholic Social Teaching, and the Church’s active part in spreading the gospel and proclaiming justice in the world.