Youth ministry is a challenge. It can feel lonely, unsupported, exhausting, and shallow. It is also beautiful.
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Fun, faith, and fellowship at St. Martin VBS
Vacation Bible School (VBS) at St. Martin Parish in Rome, Ky., was an unforgettable experience this year, brimming with activities that engaged children and adults alike in a joyful celebration of faith.
Another amazing summer at Gasper River Catholic Youth Camp
The 17th summer at Gasper River Catholic Youth Camp and Retreat Center was beautiful and amazing in so many ways.
Youth build friendships and remember ‘who they are’ at Hispanic ministry program
Hi, my name is Juana Matias. I am from Webster County. I attend St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Sebree, Ky. I will be talking about my experience at SEPI.
Youth honored for servant leadership
This summer, the Office of Youth Ministry announced the recipients of the annual Servant Leaders in Ministry (SLIM) awards.
Youth Ministry: Renewed efforts, reasons for hope
I am going to be honest, I was pretty concerned about the state of youth ministry in our diocese coming out of the pandemic. At the time, there was no way of knowing how trends might shift and if we would be able to regain any momentum in our work with young people. Upon reflection, I find a great deal of reasons for hope.
Gasper River: Biggest summer ever
It was another amazing year for Gasper River. We worked to expand and chip seal the entrance road into camp, and it is now an amazingly smooth two-lane road.
Schools take part in solar eclipse viewing
Monday, April 8, 2024, experienced a total solar eclipse that was visible in many regions of the Diocese of Owensboro. Here are highlights shared by our local schools.
YOUTH 2000 celebrates 27th year in Owensboro
The 27th annual YOUTH 2000 drew more than 500 participants (400 of them youth) for the March 15-17, 2024 retreat, which was held at Brescia University in Owensboro.
A day of serving at Community Kitchen, featuring the St. Mary basketball team
Every year before the St. Mary High School basketball season begins, the boy’s team serves the people at the Community Kitchen in Paducah.