Core Team Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Core Team?
Core members are adults who choose to respond to their baptismal call by serving teens. The Life Teen Program relies heavily on the time and talents of adults who truly are about our teens, and who are selfless enough to make sacrifices that ensure that our teens come to know God through the love of Christ and the truth of the Sacraments.
Who can serve as a Core member?
There is no one perfect "look". One of the things that make a strong Core Team is diversity. College age adults are great to have around for their proximity in age and their energy. Married couples and older adults are great to have as they bring life experiences.
What are the Core Responsibilities?
Youth ministry is a demanding but rewarding ministry. There are three areas of commitment: to God, to the teens, and to the Life Teen program.
Commitment to God. A core member must first and foremost have a commitment to God, the Church, and their own spiritual growth. They need to have an active prayer life, frequent the Sacraments, and continue to grow in their understanding of the Church and her teachings. People serving as Core members must be willing to live in accord with the teachings of the Church. Core members do not need to be perfect, but they do need to be striving for holiness.
Commitment to the teens. This ministry demands a willingness to dive into the lives of young people. A Core member must be involved in relational ministry with the teens - willing to connect with teens no only socially but spiritually as well. This commitment lies at the heart of everything we are at Life Teen.
Commitment to Life Teen. It is important that the Core members work as a team with the Core Staff to provide quality ministry to teens. This includes being present every Sunday, helping to plan Life Nights and retreats, and being present and involved with other weekly activities. Although there are significant time commitments, this ministry should never supersede a Core member's primary vocation to family.
What resources are available for the Core Team?
Catholic, teen-relevant, user-friendly resources are available as part of our subscription to Life Teen. This subscription provides us with:
Liturgy Planning Guide
Curriculum Guide
Video Support
Retreats
Spotlight on Teen Issues & Social Ideas
Music CDs
Additional Products and Resources
Life Teen Update
In addition all of the written resources are available online:
Life Teen
Life Teen Summer Camps
Life Teen Youth Ministry Resources
Who is currently on the Core Team?