Youth Group Fundraiser – The JAIL!

Jul 24, 2010 No Comments by Eric Gallagher

This youth group fundraiser has been the most profitable and most consistent fundraiser that we did at our parish.  It is also a great fundraiser that involves both youth and adults.  Some of the elders in the parish were not necessarily to fond of it, but that never stopped us from doing it. The concept [...]

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Coke Relay #1

Jul 24, 2010 No Comments by Eric Gallagher

We have done tons of different versions of coke relays, but this is definitely the one that has stuck out as the best. This youth group relay is extremely messy but something the youth will definitely remember. Give each group a 6 pack or 12 pack of coke and a pen. Have a pitcher or [...]

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Starting a Catholic Youth Group from Scratch – Part 4 of 10 – Networking and Communication

May 11, 2010 2 Comments by Eric Gallagher

This is number 4 of 10 from our series. Our focus on this post is to talk about starting out with networking and communication, it’s importance, and how effective it can be for your ministry. Why Is It Important? I assume I will write several more posts in the coming days about networking because it [...]

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Starting a Catholic Youth Group from Scratch – Part 3 of 10 – Core Group – Adults

May 07, 2010 1 Comment by Eric Gallagher

This is part 3 of 10 from our series. This time around we are talking about getting parents on your side and helping you out from the beginning.  I put this number three because I truly think that after the initial connection with the youth, the parents comes next.  Not necessarily getting the parents involved, but developing [...]

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Honey If You Love Me – Game

May 06, 2010 No Comments by Eric Gallagher

This youth group game is a great icebreaker. It gets kids to move around a bit and definitely brings out personalities a bit. You need no materials and you can sit or stand. The game is simple. There is one or two people in the middle (depending on the size of the group) and that [...]

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