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Goal of Program

In 2001, the Diocese of Fargo, North Dakota began the Young Disciples Teams to meet the needs of our rural parishes for vibrant catechesis for the youth. The teams lead vacation Bible schools, teen missions, and family nights as requested by parishes. Through their witness marked by the joy and hope of Faith, the Young Disciples Teams seek to challenge others to love Jesus Christ and embrace the life of His Church. The mission of the Young Disciples teams is evangelization and catechesis for children and teens.

Type of Placement

Summer program: The teams put on summer camps, family nights and teen nights as requested by parishes. Teams proclaim the Gospel through catechesis, small group activities, music, drama and games. Daily Mass and daily rosary are also part of the camp experience.

Service Area

We are currently serving the rural parishes and Native American reservations of North Dakota and Minnesota.

Service Length

Summer program: The term is approximately 10 weeks from mid-May through the end of July.

Program Size

Approximately 12-16 full-time members

Requirements

18 to 30 years old. Catholic. Love to work with elementary children. Energetic. Creative. Team worker. Able to travel in a van.

Financial Arrangements

Team members receive a stipend of $1500 and are able to do additional fundraising. They also receive training materials, all meals, all lodging and all transportation between sites. The teams begin with three weeks of training in prayer, Scripture, doctrine, morality and ministry skills. In addition, they will receive a basic catechetical certification, a lasting foundation for a life of service, and friends who will care for them with the hope of heaven.

Living Arrangements

Summer Program: Generally speaking, teams stay in host homes. Occasionally, teams stay in rectories. Meals are provided by the hosting parish. Teams stay in one town/parish for one week, Saturday afternoon to the next Saturday.

Training

Receive three weeks of training in prayer, Scripture, doctrine, morality and ministry skills. 15 hours are spent on doctrine/Scripture, 15 hours on prayer, 15 hours on methodology, 15 hours on team life, and 30 hours on basic camp skills and preparation. The third week is spent doing a camp under the supervision of the Young Disciples Teams staff.

Application Deadline

We prefer to have applications in by April 1, but if missionaries are still needed, we will accept applications until May 1 or until all positions are filled.

Start Date