The ACYMC is a dynamic gathering which seeks to draw together, connect and inspire all those who support and minister with young people in the life of the Catholic Church in Australia. The program, developed by the Australian Catholic Youth Council and the Hosting Diocese, brings together key elements including a spiritual theme, keynote addresses, spiritual formation, practical workshops, liturgy and prayer, expo and networking opportunities.
N.B the Program is subject to change at any time.
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Friday 21st September |
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8:00am |
Registration & Expo Open |
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9:00am |
PLENARY - Welcome |
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Acknowledgement of Country, Welcome & Opening Prayer |
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Welcome by Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv (Diocese of Parramatta) |
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KEYNOTE: With passion, courage and competence we can open new horizons for spreading the joy of the Gospel (Pope Francis, 2018). Speaker: Debra Sayce, Acting Executive Director Catholic Education Western Australia
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| INPUT: Plenary Council 2020
An encounter of listening and dialogue Speaker: Lana Turvey, Plenary Council Facilitator Australian Catholic Bishops Conference
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10:50am |
Morning Tea & Expo Open |
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11:20am |
DISCUSSION PROCESS #1: The Needs of Young People and Our Ministry A facilitated process led by the Australian Catholic Youth Council to identify resources, training and support needed to better serve the young church in Australia. |
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12:45pm |
Lunch & Expo Open |
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1:45pm |
KEYNOTE: Nurturing your Spirit as a Youth Minister
Staying Connected with the Holy Spirit while in Ministry Speaker: Dr Bernadette Miles, Director of Kardia Formation
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2:30pm |
WORKSHOPS - Block A - PRAYER |
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3:45pm |
Afternoon Tea & Expo Open |
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4:15pm |
Mass – Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv |
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5:30pm |
LIFTED Live Night with Bishop Mark Edwards OMI |
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6:30pm |
Networking Dinner |
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Saturday 22nd September |
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8:00am
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Mass - Bishop Mark Edwards OMI |
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9:05am |
PLENARY – Realities of Young People |
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9:30am |
Workshops - Block B - REALITIES OF YOUNG PEOPLE
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10:45am |
Morning Tea & Expo Open |
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11:15am
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KEYNOTE: Re-imagining Youth Evangelisation The Future of Youth Ministry: From Programs to Process Speaker: Fr Chris Ryan MGL, Parish Priest St Declan’s Parish Penshurst & Our Lady of Fatima Parish, Peakhurst
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12:30pm |
Lunch & Expo Open |
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1:30pm |
Catholic Social Teaching & Young People
A dynamic presentation on CST and its implications for youth ministry
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KEYNOTE: Accompaniment: Young People, Faith & Vocational Discernment
Breaking open the Theme of the General Synod Speaker: Mark Lysaght, Associate Director Identity & Mission, Australian Catholic University
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3:30pm |
Afternoon Tea & Expo Open |
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4:00pm |
DISCUSSION PROCESS #2: Youth Ministry of the Future Cohorts meet in rooms around the venue
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5:15pm |
Break |
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6:30pm
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CONFERENCE DINNER Malcolm Hart & Genevieve Bryant |
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Sunday 23rd September |
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9:00am |
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Becoming Missionary Disciples
Creating a foundation for future Church – Missionary Disciples Speaker: Archbishop-elect Peter ComensoliArchbishop-elect of Melbourne - BCFYL |
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DISCUSSION PROCESS #3: Future Directions |
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10:15am |
Morning Tea & Expo Open |
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10:45am |
Workshops - Block D - LEADERSHIP
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12:15pm |
Closing Mass - Archbishop-elect Peter Comensoli
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1:30pm |
Lunch & Finish |