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Reflecting on the foundation and growth of the NFCYM over the years, highlighting key events, publications, and initiatives that shaped its progress. |
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1. NFCYM 1987-1992 Laying the Foundation
A Remembrance by Colette Kennett
2. 1987 Federation endorsed Catholic Teen
Federation offered its endorsement of the Youth Ministry Television Network (YMTN)
3. 1988 Revision of bylaws and structure approved
Publications: A Voice to be Heard – Youth Representation on a Diocesan Level, Outdoor Ministry – Today and Tomorrow, and The Spirit Alive religious recognition program
First NCCGSCF News was published
NCCYM was held in San Diego
4. 1989 The National Foundation for Catholic Youth was established
Publications: Readings in Youth Ministry Volume II: Pastoral Approaches
Connections becomes NFCYM newsletter
June: NCYC held in Denver, CO
November: NCYC held in Louisville, KY
5. 1990 The NFCYM Competency-Based Standards for Coordinator of Youth Ministry were approved by the NFCYM
NCCYM is held in Rochester, NY
Publications: Building a Rainbow
NFCYM Associates, a membership category for individuals, was initiated
6. 1991 First National Youth Congress, a bishop-youth exchange, held in conjunction with NCYC
A single NCYC is held in Indianapolis, IN
7. 1992 Year-long celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Federation
Publications: NFCYM Competency-Based Standards Resource Manual, Diocesan Director’s Notebook