Catholic Youth Podcast

In episode 20, Journeying with young people, we hear from Peter Bierer. Peter is the Assistant Director of Pastoral Life and Mission at the Catholic Archdiocese of Adelaide. He is the previous Coordinator of the Catholic Office for Youth and Young Adults and has over 20 years of experience in youth ministry across various roles in the United States of America and Australia. Peter talks about the i...

And we’re back with the rest of our conversation with Jean-Marie Nguyen about Burnout and Resilience. In episode 19, Burnout and Resilience (part 2), we hear from 2 special guests, Jean-Marie Nguyen former parish and school youth minister and current faith formator in Catholic schools and Julian Nguyen, COYYA Coordinator. They share practical steps on how we can build resilience to prevent and man...

It’s that time of the year, when we all start to feel a bit tired and worn out. Burnout is something that affects many of us who care for young people in a school, parish, community or youth ministry. In episode 18 part 1, Burnout and Resilience, we hear from 2 special guests, Jean-Marie Nguyen former parish and school youth minister and current faith formator in Catholic schools and Julian Nguyen...

In episode 17, Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care, We hear from Pauline Connell. Pauline is the Coordinator, Hospital and Prison Chaplains in the Archdiocese of Adelaide. In this conversation Pauline will talk us through what is chaplaincy and where you would find a chaplain, stories from her own chaplaincy journey and tops tips on how to give spiritual care. 

What is it like for a young Aboriginal woman to live her culture, grow in her faith and support other young people along the way? Sabrina Stevens is living all of this out and more. She is the National Youth Coordinator of Caritas Australia and Youth Councillor with National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Catholic Commission (NATSICC). In this episode, Sabrina shares with us about her inspi...

In episode number 15, part 2 of a 2 part special, we chat with Sebastian Duhau, associate director of Young Lasallians for the De La Salle Brothers Congregation about running retreats. In this 2 part episode we talk about: why we have retreats, how to plan for a retreat and organise the programme, key elements of a retreat, how to be inclusive of participants diverse backgrounds on retreats, how t...

In episode number 14, part 1 of a 2 part special, we chat with Sebastian Duhau, associate director of Young Lasallians for the De La Salle Brothers Congregation about running retreats. In this 2 part episode we talk about: why we have retreats, how to plan for a retreat and organise the programme, key elements of a retreat, how to be inclusive of participants diverse backgrounds on retreats, how t...

Episode number 13, Catholic + Youth + Festival is a fun one! We're sitting down with Maddy Forde, an experienced youth minister and current Senior Advisor for Ministry at Catholic Education SA. We chat all about Catholic Youth Festivals, what they are, why we have them and we share our own stories and experiences from different festivals that will have you pumped! For more information and to r...

In episode number 12, a guide to the Voice to Parliament, we’ve teamed up with James Meston from the Arch D Show to sit down with a very special guest, Fr Frank Brennan. Fr Frank is a Jesuit priest, lawyer and academic who has been a long-time advocate for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People rights. He is an Officer of the Order of Australia for services to Aboriginal Australians, particu...

In episode number 11, we sit down with a returning favourite podcast guest, Julian Nguyen, Coordinator of the Catholic Office for Youth and Young Adults to talk through some points on how to respond to those sticky faith questions that you may get. This topic has been our hands down most requested episode topic ever and as people working in youth ministry, responding to those tricky faith related...

In episode number 10, Family Grown Faith, Juliana sits down with her very own big sister Daniella to explore their experiences of how the family unit can impact a young person’s faith journey. Growing up in the same family as siblings, Daniella and Juliana had a lot of similar faith-based experiences, but also explored different paths in life, in their interests, studies, relationships and careers...

In episode number 9 we sit down with Sally Wellington, Child Protection Unit Manager for the Archdiocese of Adelaide to talk about the Child Protection Unit which has been active since 2004, and to run through what checks and training's are currently required for working with children in youth ministry. In this episode you’ll learn all about:   What is the role of the Child Protection Unit,  ...

In episode number 8 part 2 of this 2-part special, we sit down with Fr Josh Nash, Catholic Priest and Oblate Missionary, to chat about everything you need to know about getting married in the Catholic Church. In part 2 you’ll learn all about: -         The cost of getting married in the Catholic church. -         The key parts of a Catholic wedding ceremony -         Vows and saying I do -        ...

In episode number 7, part 1 of this 2 part special, we chat with Fr Josh Nash, Catholic Priest and Oblate Missionary, to chat about everything you need to know about getting married in the Catholic Church. In part 1 you’ll learn all about: -         What is the meaning behind getting married in the Catholic church. -         Who can officiate a Catholic wedding -         How do you find a priest o...

In episode number 6 we chat with Belinda Fusco, Events Manager for the Archdiocese of Adelaide and former COYYA Youth Ministry Support Officer to talk about how to plan and run events. In this episode you’ll learn all about: -         Where to begin with event planning, -         How to set an event timeline, -         How to work out priorities and plan an event,   -         Tips on how to invite...

In episode number 5 we hear from Cara McGlaughlin, former school youth minister and team member of Marist Youth Ministry Australia to learn from her extensive experience working in school youth ministry. Whether you’re just starting out in youth ministry or you’re a veteran youth minister, this conversation will give you plenty of inspiration heading into the new school year. Cara’s top tips for s...

In episode number 4 we sit down with Micah Thorbjornsen to talk about his experience about how men form friendships and connect with each other and their spirituality.

In episode number 3 we hear from Amanda Razon, former Family Faith Formation Advisor for Catholic Education and current Assistant Principal in Religious Identity and Mission (APRIM) at St John the Baptist Catholic School to talk about spiritual practices in schools. In this episode you’ll learn about: What are the main spiritual practices generally found in Catholic schools including, -         Pr...

In episode number 2, how to create a sacred space, we hear from Alison Gore, Senior Education Advisor, at Catholic Education SA to talk about sacred spaces. In this episode you’ll learn about: What is a sacred space, Why we often have sacred spaces when we gather, How incorporating a sacred space can elevate our gatherings, and How to create a sacred space by following a series of steps and practi...

In episode number 1, Youth Ministry – what is it and why do we do it, we hear from Julian Nguyen, Coordinator of the Catholic Office for Youth and Young Adults in the Archdiocese of Adelaide to find out all about youth ministry. You’ll learn about:   What is youth ministry,   Why does the Church have youth ministry,   Why work in youth ministry, and   What are the characteristics of a youth minist...