GO WITH HOPE

GO WITH HOPE
On Saturday, 7th March, over 100 young people and youth leaders from across the Archdiocese joined the Parish Youth Ministry Team at Oscott College for “Go With Hope!”.
The day allowed our young people to reflect on the legacy of the Jubilee and how we can continue to find and bring hope to the world, featuring input from Beccy Roseman on “Jesus our hope” and from Tommie & Jas of the SVP, sharing how we walk in hope with others. The day also included workshops on Visio Divina, civic maturity with a Royal Navy officer, faith in action with CAFOD & Fr Hudson's Cartias, and even an open mic over lunch with young people sharing more of their amazing gifts and talents. Our day concluded with Mass in the stunning Oscott Chapel with Bishop Timothy.
We extend a huge thank you to our youth leaders, parents and carers who organised transport of their young people, our clergy who stayed with us all day and ministered to us in reconciliation and Mass, all of our speakers and workshop leaders, and to Canon Michael Dolman and all the staff and team at Oscott for use of this amazing space, a real gem in our Archdiocese.

VITAL
On Saturday, 14th March, 7 Young people from English Martyrs & St Francis Xavier parish in Birmingham came together to take part in VITAL, a KYT programme for training young parish leaders. Over the course of the day, young people took part in 4 Sessions designed to build their leadership skills and confidence. Looking at: Perspectives and how we view situations differently, working as a team, faith & leadership, and the legacy we want to leave our parishes and communities. Following this day, all the young people present will recieve a certificate from the Archbishop, confirming their attendance and completion of the training, which can go on their CVs.
A massive thank you to Youth Leaders Essien and Chi-chi, who both encouraged and supported their young people over the course of the day.
If you are interested in running VITAL in your parish and would like to find out more, please contact Christian at KYT or your local area worker.

 Young Adults Evening
Friday April 17th 
Young Adults Evening:  Faith and Sexuality
Friday April 17th  7pm 18-35 year olds welcome
Shared Cheese and Wine
 
Having listened during our Synodal conversations we know that these topics are close to the heart of Young Adults of faith today.
 
 Join the KYT team and Dr Julia Sadusky, our visiting speaker ,sharing a Catholic approach at conferences with Clergy and Catholic  leaders in our Diocese and neighbouring Dioceses.  Julia Sadusky, licensed clinical psychologist, Catholic author and speaker, will provide invaluable insights and create a space to ask questions and learn how to foster an environment of accompaniment, walking with those we love, that honours the dignity of each person while remaining rooted in faith. 
 
Exploring topics such as sexuality and gender, attraction and pornography and the online landscape, Dr Julia Sadusky will expertly help us think about how we can grapple with these important themes, dig into the Church’s rich perspective and remain rooted in faith. 
 
Whether you're coming to better understand your friends, your family members, or your own experience, this talk is for you!
 
 
Register your interest HERE

Flame 2027
Sat 6th March 2027
Join the Archdiocese of Birmingham as we journey together as one community to the largest Catholic youth event in England and Wales - FLAME 2027!
 Join us for exceptional praise and worship music, speakers from all around the world, workshops, exhibitions and a gathering of over 10,000 young Catholics.
For £59 the Kenelm Youth Trust are offering return coach travel from key areas in the Diocese, prime tickets sat together with the Bishop in a great location in the OVO Arena and a Diocesan T-Shirt. 
You can register for your tickets HERE
Watch the Flame video HERE

World Youth Day 2027 – Seoul, South Korea 
July 26 - Aug 8 (flight dependent)
Price £2500 (approx due to air travel)

Are you a young person 18 by the date of travel? Young people from every corner of the world are heading to Seoul for an unforgettable celebration of faith and you could be one of them!

World Youth Day is your chance to experience the universal Church like never before: praying, celebrating, serving and worshipping alongside over half a million young catholics united as one global family. From days in the diocese to powerful vigils and masses, every moment is filled with energy, joy, and encounter.

Set against the incredible beauty and culture of South Korea, this is more than a trip, it’s an adventure of faith, a chance to grow, to serve, and to discover what it truly means to belong to our universal Church.
See our website for more information HERE
If your 18 - 35 - Register your interest HERE
Register for the Information Zoom Call on MONDAY 13TH APRIL  HERE

New Spring Course - Parish Youth Leader Training
Bethsaida is designed to enable volunteers to gain the tools and knowledge to begin parish youth ministry in their community. Join us from the comfort of your sofa on Wednesday evenings beginning 7th May (for 5 weeks).  The course will help you to build skills such as writing risk assessments, developing an engaging programme and sharing faith all whilst fostering a safe environment for your young people.

Join us on Thursday evenings from 7pm - 9pm
starting from 7th May.
Please sign up Here

 Young Adult Retreat
8th - 10th May
Join our ever-growing community of Young Adults for a weekend focusing on the Jubilee Year of St Francis of Assisi. A powerful opportunity to explore how his life speaks directly to questions of purpose, identity and how to live authentically in today’s world.

The weekend would include keynote speakers, discussion, prayer and adoration. Time to walk in the beautiful Churnet Valley, stopping for the speciality Hot Chocolate and Cake in the Ramblers Retreat. Time to build community with other young adults and celebrate Mass together and raise a pint in the village pub.
Costs £65 unwaged £95 waged. (options to come for a day)
Register HERE