What is "Lasallian Youth Ministry"?
Lasallian Youth Ministry offers opportunities for young people to discover the fullness of life through innovative experiences of faith, service and community. It aims at empowering young people - either current or former students of Lasallian schools - to use their gifts in the service of others.

How long has it been in existence?
In 1997 a decision was made to combine two important ministries in the District of Australia, New Zealand and PNG: Vocations Ministry and Youth Ministry. For as long as can be remembered, the District has always had a Brother in Vocations ministry who, predominantly, has visited schools to simply invite men to, at least consider the Brothers’ way of life as an option, as well as running retreats and experiences for young people.

Youth Ministry in our District has been active for a number of years, dating back to the 1960’s with camps for disadvantaged students offering volunteer experiences to young people and providing opportunities for retreats for young men and women. In the District of Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea, both of these ministries have had a long and rich history.

Today, Lasallian Youth Ministry is led by both lay and religious with an ever-growing team of young people operating as Youth Ministers, and Lasallian Volunteers across the District.

What does Lasallian Youth Ministry do?
Organise and conduct a range of programs in schools such as the Lasallian Youth Leaders model, leadership seminars, social justice groups, retreats, prayer days as well as recreation and fundraising activities. Young adults working in Lasallian Youth Ministry organise youth camps, youth gatherings and social justice awareness days as well as opportunities to meet and share their experiences with other Lasallians. They also provide volunteer experiences for young people through the Share the Mission, Balgo and PNG service projects.

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