Detailed Information About Parish Teams

“I found NET to be a great catalyst to create a youth ministry momentum in our parish and Diocese. The prayerfulness, witness and energy of the young people drew young people and adults. The NET team makes a real effort to call forth the participation and education of adults and youth to continue in leadership roles in the local parish after the NET team has finished it's time among us. I have very much appreciated all of our involvement with NET teams.” -Archbishop Murray Chatlain (Archbishop of Keewatin–Le Pas)

Inside you will find:

 detailed information about parish teams

 how they will be useful in your parish

 how you can apply to have a team come to your parish

What is NET? “Evangelizing is in fact the grace and vocation proper to the Church, her deepest identity. She exists to evangelize” (Pope Paul VI). NET (National Evangelization Teams) exists to fulfil this mission. Specifically, NET’s mission is to challenge young Catholics to love Christ and embrace the life of the church. NET Ministries of Canada, established in 1994, began with a travelling retreat team consisting of young adult volunteer missionaries. To this day our Encounter Teams (travelling teams) go from town to town proclaiming the Gospel of Christ to over 25,000 young people in schools and parishes. Every retreat young people encounter Jesus in a new and personal way. After retreats, many parishes look for support to continue helping their young people grow in love for Christ and the Church. Inspired by the Holy Spirit, NET’s answer to this question is our iNFUSE (parish-based) teams.

What is iNFUSE?

iNFUSE is a method of youth ministry for your parish, customized to your needs. The goal of iNFUSE is to create a foundation of youth ministry. We aim to accomplish this goal through certain objectives and building blocks (see next page), chosen with your parish to best fit your community. One of the most difficult things about a youth ministry program in a parish is getting it started. Since 2001, NET has helped jump- start youth ministry programs in over 29 parishes across Canada and Ireland. An iNFUSE team consists of 6-8 young adults on fire for Christ, having received over 600 hours of formation, and who are passionate about bringing the love of Jesus to young people. An iNFUSE team can lay the foundation that a healthy and sustainable youth ministry needs.

The Goal of iNFUSE

In order to fulfil the goal of creating a foundation of youth Some examples of these building blocks are: ministry, each iNFUSE team will focus on five objectives:  High School Youth Nights 1. Develop a hospitable environment for youth  Junior High Youth Nights 2. Foster the spiritual and sacramental growth of  Youth-oriented Liturgy young people  Contemporary Worship Band 3. Draw youth to participate in the life and  Faith Studies mission of the parish community  Chastity Groups 4. Form leaders in youth ministry  Leadership Training Series 5. Provide a link between school, family and  Discipleship Formation parish communities  Dynamic Retreats  Community Service Projects iNFUSE works with each parish to develop a unique action  Parish-wide Adoration plan consisting of building blocks aimed to accomplish these  Classroom Presentations five objectives.

Is iNFUSE right for your parish? Application Process There are five criteria that are required for iNFUSE to be 1. Request and submit application successful in your parish. 2. Interview with iNFUSE Staff 1. Permission from the diocese 3. iNFUSE Staff visit parish 2. Financial stability 4. Discernment period and decision 3. Longevity of the pastor's placement in the parish 4. Support of the pastor If a mutual decision to receive an iNFUSE team is 5. Long-term vision for youth ministry in the parish made, the parish should prepare for the team's arrival in early October

Sustainability Building a solid foundation of youth ministry often takes 3-5 years. iNFUSE is just the beginning! We pray that there will be youth ministry in your parish for years to come. iNFUSE is a two year model of youth ministry which begins the process of creating a sustainable foundation of youth ministry. The focus of year one is to outreach and evangelize. The team will outreach to students, give them an encounter with Christ, and help them go deeper into their Catholic faith. The focus of year two is to disciple youth and train leaders. The team will train leaders and focus on replacing themselves, as well continued evangelization and discipleship of youth. We ask that every parish hire a full- time youth minister when the team leaves to build on the foundation that has been started. If you have any concerns about a two-year program, please contact the iNFUSE Coordinator.

Your Commitment Vision

We envision for every parish a youth ministry that will grow and flourish for years to come and for young people to be evangelized long after the team is gone. In order for iNFUSE to be truly successful, it is important that your parish is well aware and enthusiastic for this vision for youth ministry. Letting your parish know that you are applying for an iNFUSE team and getting them on board is very important in this process. Long-term commitment and dedication from the parish, while the team is there and after the team leaves, is vital not only in creating a foundation of youth ministry, but in making youth ministry sustainable. A greater commitment from the parish, especially in the form of volunteers, is required for success. A key part of iNFUSE is to train local volunteers to help with and run the various programs the team starts. Building a solid foundation of youth ministry often takes 3-5 years so iNFUSE is just the beginning!

Host Homes Transportation

We ask that you provide billets for the team throughout the NET will lease a vehicle to the parish for team use. year from the parish community. This is another important Included in the cost is the lease amount, insurance and aspect of the ministry which allows more of the parish cost for general wear & tear. NET is responsible for the community, especially families, to get involved, and helps cost of all major repairs. The parish is responsible for keep the cost down. Team members will stay with a family the cost of all minor repairs and gas costs. for two weeks at a time.

Costs These prices are approximations for the ministry year of 2015-2016 and are subject to change. NET Ministries of Canada ...... $40,000.00 The amount of financial contribution to NET Ministries of Canada Inc. will be $40,000.00 payable by September 30, or $10,000.00 paid on the first of the month according to the schedule.

Program Supplies ...... Approximately $5000.00 These include weekly supplies, training materials, snacks, advertising, retreat supplies, etc.

Office Supplies ...... Approximately $2000.00 Computer, Internet, supplies, etc.

Transportation Supplies ...... Approximately $5000.00 Cost for gas and maintenance (highly dependent upon distances travelled).

Vehicle and Insurance ...... $7000.00 Included in the vehicle cost is the lease amount, insurance and cost for general wear & tear..

Approximate Total (excluding the cost of vehicle and insurance) ...... $59,000.00

*The general cost (outside of supplies and transportation) is $40,000 for a team of 6-8 young adults which is the approximate salary of one full-time youth minister.

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