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9) Athletics

10.0 Sports Rules & Regulations

Empowering Disciples

1) Laying the Groundwork

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About the Online Version

What is Renewing the Vision?

What it Means to be Comprehensive

Relationships, Not Programs

The Church is Not a Place...

Youth Ministry Leadership

2) Youth Ministry Today

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About Youth Ministry Today

Essential Characteristics

3) Parish as an Advocate

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About Parish as Advocate

Assessing the Needs, Interests, and Resources of the Community

Interviews with Youth

Surveys of Youth

Hearings with Youth

Evaluation of the Parish Youth Ministry

Parish Youth Ministry Leadership Committee

4) Adolescent Catechesis

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About Adolescent Catechesis

Effective Models of Adolescent Faith Formation for Parishes

Keys to Efficient Faith Formation

A Variety of Vibrant Youth Ministry Components

Trained and Effective Adult Youth Ministry Leaders and Catechesis's

Effective Models of Adolescent Catechesis within Youth Ministry

Healthy Cooperation and Collaboration Between Religious Education and Youth Ministry Leaders

Important Considerations

Small Faith Communities

Discipleship in Action

Variations of Discipleship in Action

Religious Education Classes

Supplemental Approaches

How to Select the Right Model

Confirmation Guidelines

5) Leadership in Youth Ministry

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FSGC Guidelines

About Leadership in Youth Ministry

Christian Witness

Professional Duty

Avoiding Scandal

Sign of a Professional in Youth Ministry

General Tips for Leaders

Diocesan Certification

Youth Ministry and the Law

Liability Guidelines

Confidentiality

Supervision and Supervisors

Cleared Adults and Volunteer Covenant

Visiting Instructors/Camps

Code of Conduct for Youth

Permission, Medical Release Consent Form

Attendance, Arrival, and Dismissal of Events

Medical Injuries and Emergencies

Injury/Incident Report

Off-site Paris Youth Ministry & Site Selection

Water & Physical Challenge Activities

Hotel Rooms, Camp Settings, and Private Homes

Inspecting Bags and Collecting Personal Electronic Devices

Water Parks and Amusement Parks

Movie and Video Game Ratings

Drivers and Insurance

Passenger Vans & Rental Vehicles

Water Craft and Non-Automobile Accidents

Emergency, Security Plans, and Corporal Punishment

Diocesan Events

6) Scouting as Youth Ministry

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About Scouting as Youth Ministry

The Goals of Catholic Scouting Ministry

Glimpses of the Vision: Some Brief Snapshots

Implementing & Supporting A New Vision for Scouting

Religious Recognition Awards in Scouting

For Young People

Adult Recognitions

Religious Recognition for Boy Scouts

7) Youth Ministry and Pastoral Care

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About Youth Ministry and Pastoral Care

Crisis Intervention

Substance Abuse

Adolescent Depression

Warning Signs of Suicide

Warning Signs of Emotional Disturbance

Preventing and Dealing with Violence

Referring Adolescents for Assistance

Child Abuse or Neglect

Types of Child Abuse

Reporting Child Abuse or Neglect

Proper Response to Actual or Suspected Child Abuse

Seeking Additional Information

Crisis Response

8) Young People and Sunday Mass

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Preparing for the Liturgy Well

About Young People and Sunday Mass

Understanding Ritual: Is the Mass Really Boring?

Preparing Youth for Liturgy

Liturgical Catechesis: Connecting Liturgy with Life

Renewing the Vision: The U.S. Bishops' Blueprint for Youth Ministry

Preparing Youth for Liturgy and Preparing the Liturgy Well

Most Frequently Asked Questions

Suggestions, Strategies & Recommendations for Adult Leaders

Suggestions, Strategies and Recommendations For PreparingLiturgy

Suggestions, Strategies and Recommendations for Parish Leadership

9) Athletics

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Welcome Letter 2025-2026

• Communication Matrix

• Rule Changes

• CYM Policies & Guidelines

2.0 Program Administration

3.0 Ministry In Athletics

4.0 For Sake Of God's Children - Athletics

5.0 Eligibility and Sports Participation

6.0 Codes Of Conduct

7.0 Protocols & Procedures

8.0 Playing Field, Mission Field

9.0 Legacy Policies

10.0 Sports Rules & Regulations

- 10.1 Universal Guidelines

- 10.2 Baseball Rulebook

- 10.3 Basketball Rulebook

- 10.4 Cross Country Rulebook

- 10.5 Football Rulebook

- 10.6 Soccer Rulebook

- 10.7 Softball Rulebook

- 10.8 Track & Field Rulebook

- 10.9 Volleyball Rulebook

- 10.10 New Sports Rulebook

- 10.20 Retired Sports Rulebook

11.0 Internal Athletic Policies

9) Athletics: 10.0 Sports Rules & Regulations

We strive to empower parishes, schools, and ministries within the Diocese of Wilmington to serve the Church by equipping and accompanying young people and adults who walk with them to have authentic encounters with Jesus Christ and become true missionary disciples of the world.

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