To support families and parishes, in the celebration of the Season of Advent, there are resources available through the Diocesan Catechetical Centre. … [Read more...] about Advent Resources for Parishes and Families
Youth Resources
Faith Resources for Youth
These resources are to help young people and youth leaders. We are continuously adding new ideas and guides. So bookmark this page and come back often.
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Preparing our Hearts for Christmas-Advent Resources
Advent is the time set aside by the Church to prepare for the coming of Jesus at Christmas, into our hearts, into our lives and into the world. We … [Read more...] about Preparing our Hearts for Christmas-Advent Resources
Bishop Donal Mc Keown shows Appreciation for Staff who are Retiring
A number of staff in our diocesan schools are retiring at this time. We thank them for their contribution over the years to Catholic Education and to … [Read more...] about Bishop Donal Mc Keown shows Appreciation for Staff who are Retiring
Resources for Parishes and Families in November
To support parishes and families, there are resources available through the Diocesan Catechetical Centre. Information and links to the resources can … [Read more...] about Resources for Parishes and Families in November
World Drawing God Day-9th November 2020
Where do you see God? Who do you see God in? Have you ever thought about drawing God? Lots of children in the Derry Diocese did just that last year … [Read more...] about World Drawing God Day-9th November 2020
November: A Month to Remember our dearly Departed
Each November we gather as a Christian Community to remember those who have gone before us and to offer our consolation and support to those among us … [Read more...] about November: A Month to Remember our dearly Departed
Blessed Carlo Acutis- A Saint for the Young
“Carlo is a concrete example of ‘what holiness looks like in the 21st century.” (Cecilia Cicone) To celebrate the recent Beatification of Carlo … [Read more...] about Blessed Carlo Acutis- A Saint for the Young
Praying the Rosary with and for our Diocesan Schools
Why not pray the Rosary this October? Or at least one decade a day! Pray with and for our schools. Spend a little time at home, in school, while … [Read more...] about Praying the Rosary with and for our Diocesan Schools
Family Prayer Saint Francis of Assisi
This short liturgy gives families and individuals an opportunity to reflect on the life of Saint Francis of Assisi- We pray for all families and for … [Read more...] about Family Prayer Saint Francis of Assisi
Finger Labyrinth Prayer: Creation Week
Labyrinths are a very old way of praying. Usually people walk labyrinths outdoors, but today we are going to use our fingers to ‘walk and pray’ -to … [Read more...] about Finger Labyrinth Prayer: Creation Week
Welcome Back Message to Derry Diocesan Schools and Students from Fr Paul Farren
Fr Paul Farren, Director, Derry Diocesan Catechetical Centre, thanks God that our schools are able to reopen. He invites school communities, in the … [Read more...] about Welcome Back Message to Derry Diocesan Schools and Students from Fr Paul Farren
Opening of The New School Year: Prayer Liturgy for the Classroom
This Liturgy could be used for students in a Form Class/Religious Education class. It is suitable for all age groups. It has been designed to support … [Read more...] about Opening of The New School Year: Prayer Liturgy for the Classroom
Family Prayer for Return to School
As children prepare to return to school we invite families to pray together for the year ahead...family-prayer-for-return-to-school God our Father, … [Read more...] about Family Prayer for Return to School
Guided Gospel Meditations by Mary Murphy
Would you like to take time for quiet prayer using scripture? Guided Gospel Meditation, in the tradition of Saint Ignatius, allows us to engage all … [Read more...] about Guided Gospel Meditations by Mary Murphy
Youth Alpha
The Derry Youth Ministry Online Programme now includes a Youth Alpha Programme. Alpha is a film series that explores questions of faith and … [Read more...] about Youth Alpha
Gift Programme
The GIFT programme introduced in the diocese last Autumn for Year 9’s or 1st Years may be needed this year more than ever! GIFT stands for Growing … [Read more...] about Gift Programme
Youth Activites – Week beginning Monday 18 May
This weeks theme: FAITH Each day the theme will be on different aspects of Faith. We will feature video's of personal testimonies. MONDAY | 8:30pm … [Read more...] about Youth Activites – Week beginning Monday 18 May
Weekly Youth Faith Activities in Diocese of Derry
The Youth Ministry online programme in the Diocese of Derry continues weekly. We invite all of you in the parishes across the diocese to get involved. … [Read more...] about Weekly Youth Faith Activities in Diocese of Derry
Act of Spiritual Communion
Spiritual Communion can occur when a person wishes to receive Holy Communion but is prevented from doing so for any of a number of reasons. Unble to … [Read more...] about Act of Spiritual Communion
Sunday Gospel Youth Reflection – 5 April 2020
Every Sunday a special guest will share a reflection on the Gospel of that day. We invite the young people to watch, like, share and … [Read more...] about Sunday Gospel Youth Reflection – 5 April 2020
Scripture Saturday – 4 April 2020
Every Saturday Bishop Donal will share a reflection on a piece of scripture. We invite the young people to watch, like, share and comment. Each … [Read more...] about Scripture Saturday – 4 April 2020
5 Activities for Holy Week for Young People
During Holy Week we invite you as a youth leader to engage with the opportunity for daily prayer and reflection. Invite your youth to participate … [Read more...] about 5 Activities for Holy Week for Young People
Scripture Saturday – 28 March 2020
Every Saturday Bishop Donal will share a reflection on a piece of scripture. We invite the young people to watch, like, share and comment. Each … [Read more...] about Scripture Saturday – 28 March 2020
