Discipleship

Then Jesus came to his disciples and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”—Matthew 28:18-20

What is a disciple?

"Discipleship is MY CHOICE to follow Jesus" --Jenny Krumdrick

Disciples are people who intentionally learn from and follow Jesus’ way of living.
We are called to disciple teens—intentionally leading them closer to Jesus.
1.  Discipleship is Relational
Trios and families can be a place for creating authentic relationships that offer what teens are craving—belonging, acceptance, and unconditional love.
2. Discipleship creates a safe and accepting environment
People can respect each other, commit to confidentiality, and find the courage to be vulnerable.
3. Discipleship is Gospel-focused
Mentors and parents can intentionally weave in Scripture passages and the transformative message of the Gospel so students can discuss, ask questions, and grow in understanding, accepting it, and applying it in their lives.

Systematic & Strategic Discipleship

Youth ministry will empower mentors and parents to systematically and strategically help students grow in understanding of our faith: Scripture (especially the Gospel message), Sacraments, and Liturgical Seasons.
Youth ministry will empower mentors and parents to systematically & strategically guide students to applying faith practices in their life.

Disciples LEARN

Feeding our brains through thought-provoking discussions about WHO is Jesus, WHAT Catholics believe, and the WHY behind it.

"Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful."
Joshua 1:8

Disciples GROW

More than just knowing about God, we grow in relationship with God.  The closer we get to Jesus, the more our lives change to become like Him—that’s TRANSFORMATION!

"We continually ask God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives, so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God"
Colossians 1:9-10

Disciples SHARE

Compelled by God’s love, we desire to show love to others through our relationships, words, actions, and how we serve.  Ultimately, we strive to bring others to learn about Jesus’ love too!

"Do good, and be rich in good deeds, and be generous and willing to share.  In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life."
1 Timothy 6:18-19

Where are you on the path of discipleship?

God cares a lot more about where you are going than where you have been!  No matter how close or far you feel from Jesus, he will always meet you where you're at and lead you closer to him. 
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