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Local Conferences / Retreats
Diocesan Catholic Youth Conference (DCYC)
An annual weekend for Catholic high school youth to celebrate their Catholic Faith.
Middle School Rally
The diocesan annual Middle School Rally is an opportunity for youth in grades 6-8 from across the diocese to come together in a conference format for a fun day of dynamic keynote presentations, prayer, sharing in fellowship and attending workshops that help them grow in faith. the 2019 Rally will be held at Sacred Heart Parish in La Grange on Oct. 5.
Confirmation Retreats / I Believe & Fruits of the Spirit
A retreat opportunity for youth preparing for confirmation or parishes looking to bond with their youth through an overnight retreat experience. The retreat is designed for smaller parishes and is limited to 40 people or 15 people per parish.
Discipleship Formation
NET Discipleship Week (D-Week)
An exciting four day summer retreat for high school students facilitated by NET Ministries. D-Week includes dynamic talks, small group time, fun activities and many opportunites for prayer.
Together Encounter Christ Retreat (TEC)
An intergenerational movement focused on the Paschal Mystery of Jesus Christ for anyone 17 years or older.
Leader Formation
Youth Ministry Essentials
Formerly known as Basic Training in Catholic Youth Ministry, these courses designed for those who work with youth.
Youth Ministry Summit
Gathering of all parish youth ministers for formation and community. Please save the dates for the next youth ministry summits, which will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 and Wednesday, April 15, 2020.
National Conferences
National Conference on Catholic Youth Ministry (NCCYM)
The National Conference on Catholic Youth Ministry gathers and forms adults to inspire, strengthen, and nourish those who accompany young people as they encounter and follow Jesus Christ.
National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC)
A powerful, biennial, three-day experience of prayer, community, and empowerment for Catholic high school students.
Regional Catholic Youth Conference (RCYC)
High school teens from Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas gather for a weekend to celebrate the Good News of Christ’s message and spread the spirit of our faith to their family, friends and the world.
Steubenville Youth Conference
Life Teen hosts six different Steubenville Youth Conferences with the hopes of strengthening and inspiring teens and youth groups in their collective journeys with Christ.
Other Events
Softball Tournament
An annual co-ed high school softball tournament that builds community through fun and fellowship.
Life Teen Inspiration San Antonio
Inspiration San Antonio unites faith and fun as Catholic teens come together to experience the excitement of a life in Christ. During this event, teens will encounter the thrills of Six Flags Fiesta Texas followed by an uplifting mass and adoration worship.