Young Adult Confession Guide  |  Guia de Confesion
Need some help preparing for Confession during these times of pandemic? Use this digital guide to prepare for Confession. For the full experience, open it on your mobile device or computer using Adobe Reader.

Mental Health - Counseling Services
Times are tough. Do not be afraid to get the help you need. Check out this list of Catholic counselors who can support you through this period of turbulence.

 

SMALL GROUP RESOURCES:

Small Communities of Faith Vision and Template
A resource on the vision behind small groups in young adult ministry and a tool to help your small group come together in one heart, mind and spirit as you seek to build an authentic Christian community!

Small Group Discussion Leadership Manual. English | Spanish
A comprehensive guide on how to lead an effective small group.

Sharpened By Iron - Men's Small Group Guide
Created by the Diocese of Arlington Young Adult Ministry, this is a seven-week small group for men. It is meant to take a group of men through Scripture, readings by the Saints, and practical resources to build a brotherhood rooted in Christ and the local parish community. This is perfect for men who are seeking to solidify an existing group or start a new one. It is an intermediate study that should be used by men who are committed to growing in faith and brotherhood together.

Belong - Women's Small Group Guide
Created by the Diocese of Arlington Young Adult Ministry, this is a seven-week small group for women. It is meant to take a group of women through JPII's Letter to Women as a means to build community locally in the parish. This is perfect for women who are seeking to solidify an existing group or start a new one. It is an intermediate study that should be used by women who are committed to growing in faith and sisterhood together.

FOCUS
Check out these FREE Bible Study guides and resources on how to lead your studies!

FORMED Bible Studies
In addition to great media, FORMED has several Bible studies available! Registration is necessary. Check to see if your parish has a free registration code!

Steubenville Conferences Discipleship Quads
All you need is three other friends to go through these leadership development small groups! 

Living Faith Series - Called to More

Join Fr. Columba Jordon for this five-week, small group video and discussion series created by Called to More intended for those who want to move to truly being a disciple of Jesus.

Organizer's Guide | Helper's Guide | Discussion Guide | Videos on YouTube

SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

Catholic Charities: Young Adult Service Opportunities 
We've worked with Catholic Charities in the Diocese of Arlington to create this platform where you can find service opportunities throughout the Diocese that are specifically looking for young adult volunteers! Find something that interests you or your group and get ready to be the hands and feet of Christ! 

Corporal Works of Mercy Guides

This year, the Diocese of Arlington is celebrating 50 years since being established by the Vatican! The theme of the Golden Jubilee year for the Diocese of Arlington is “Renew!” This theme is meant to emphasize renewing and strengthening our faith in order to share it with others through evangelization and Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy. The seven Corporal Works of Mercy are found in the teachings of Jesus and give us a model for how we should treat all others, as if they were Christ in disguise. These works of mercy are:

  1. feed the hungry
  2. give drink to the thirsty
  3. shelter the homeless
  4. visit the sick
  5. visit the prisoners
  6. bury the dead
  7. give alms to the poor.

 

These resource is meant to aid young adults in renewing their faith by living out the corporal works of mercy. 

Visit the Prisoners | Visit the Elderly

DIGITAL RESOURCES:

The New American Bible
The Holy Scriptures available on any of your devices! Check here when trying to find a verse, pray, or study the faith!

The Catechism of the Catholic Church
The entire Catechism is available for online viewing. This is a great place to come for answers to your questions about what the Catholic Church teaches on important issues.

A Catechesis on the Human Person and Gender Ideology.  English | Spanish  |  Mobile Friendly Booklet

FORMED.org
A platform that hosts thousands of movies, programs, audio, and books! Registration is required. Check to see if your parish has a free registration code!

Our Sunday Visitor
The OSV catalogue home page with listings of books and magazines on popular subjects. This site often has free Bible study guides and information.

Arlington Catholic Herald
Keep up to date on diocesan life!

 

APPS:

LAUDATE
A one-stop shop for all things Catholic! This app contains the daily readings, Bible, catechism, prayers, and much more! Apple | Android

iBreviary
A free app to help you pray the Liturgy of the hours. Apple | Android

FORMED
Your favorite movies, shows, books and resources all just a click away on your phone! Apple | Android

USCCB RESOURCES:

For Your Marriage
For dating, engaged, and married couples.  Learn about God's plan for your marriage.

To Go Forth
A blog about justice, peace, and the Good News of Jesus Christ.  Authored by the CCHD at the USCCB because "each of us is asked to obey his call to go forth from our own comfort zone in order to reach all the 'peripheries' in need of the light of the Gospel." - Pope Francis

USCCB Media Blog
Our blog highlighting the Conference's new efforts and initiatives, news, and general information about being Catholic in the United States.

 

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