The Office of Youth Ministry strives to build and support widespread youth ministry across the diocese to, with, by, and for teens, providing an intentional place for teens to thrive in the life, mission, and ministry of the Church. The pillars of diocesan youth ministry are unity, sustainability, and joy.
Events Open For Registration
CONNECT26 Middle School Retreat
CONNECT is a dynamic evening filled with games, food, small groups, worship, and opportunities to grow in faith and friendship with other Catholic students from across the diocese. Cost: $30 (early-bird $20 if registered before 11/9).
Printable flyer: click here
Registration for middle schoolers
or volunteers: click here
Teens Encounter Christ Retreat
TEC is a 3-day overnight retreat for all college-age students and juniors/seniors in high school. Attend the very first TEC retreat (TEC #1) in the Diocese of Covington this November! Applications are now open. Space is limited – sign up early!
Printable flyer: click here
Website: https://covdio.org/tec/
Application: click here
Save the Date
- SUMMIT – February 19-21, 2027 – High school eucharistic retreat.
- NCYC (National Catholic Youth Conference) – November 18-20, 2027. National conference for high school students in Indianapolis.
- Future TEC retreats – TEC happens several times a year. See TEC website: https://covdio.org/tec/
- TEC #2: March 6-8
- TEC #3: June 11-13
- TEC #4: Oct 16-18
Resources for Parishes and Adults
- Support For Parishes – printable document
- Covington Youth Ministry Kickstarter flyer – product from YDisciple
Volunteer Opportunities
If you are passionate about youth ministry, we would love for you to join us in our mission. There is something for everyone!
Parents and Young Adults – Please fill out the volunteer interest form – coming soon! In the meantime, contact Angie Poat – [email protected].
Give
Donate today through our Give Central site to support the efforts of diocesan youth ministry! Your assistance can help provide a scholarship so someone can attend a retreat that wouldn’t otherwise be able to.
