Christus vivit: What next?

KYT have recently hosted two inspirational days on the fruits of the Synod, 'Young People, The Faith and Vocational Discernment' David Wells gave a highly engaging presentation on the Papal Exaltation,  'Christus Vivit'. Workshops were carefully crafted on the main threads arising from the collective voice of young people; Barriers to Faith, Relationships and Sexuality, Accompaniment, Authentic roles for young people in the church,  Youth ministry in a parish setting and Disengaged young people,  to name a few! 

A representative group of young people from across the Diocese formed a panel and took questions from the floor from clergy and youth leaders facilitated by David Wells - a very moving encounter.

KYT then presented the document, 'The voice of young people from across the Archdiocese of Birmingham' and highlights ways in which we can take forward the challenges and concerns faced by our own young people .We urge you to all please read it and share it with leaders in schools and in the parish. On the back page you will find 'What next' which will be explored through many elements of our work over the coming few years.

One of the days was an invitation to all  Diocesan clergy at Woodlands Grange and the second a day for youth leaders at Alton Castle. Both days were very well attended and well received by those present.