The following videos are designed to help NCYC Chaperone get a better sense of what NCYC is like and what is expected of them as a Chaperone while at NCYC.
1. What is the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC)? W/ Ryan Bao.
2. What is Youth Ministry and How Does NCYC Fit?
By Kevin Feyen
3. "Catholic Survivor!" - Navigating the details at NCYC w/ Annie Zeets
4. Your Mission as a Chaperone - What you will do
5. The Archdiocesan Team - How We Support You!
Discussion/Reflection Questions
NCYC w/ Ryan Bao
There will be about 10,000 people at NCYC 2023 from all over the country. It what ways does that excite you? In what ways does that concern you?
NCYC is the most diverse, "Universal" Catholic experience for American teens. In what ways can you encourage your teens to be prepared for a variety of spiritual, cultural, and racial differences?
There are a wide variety of offerings available at NCYC? Of all of the opportunities that Ryan mentioned, which excites you most? Which do you think will be most exciting/rewarding for the teens?
What is Youth Ministry w/ Kevin Feyen
What were some of the most formative experiences for your faith when you were in High School?
Of the five phases of Youth Ministry (Care/Belonging, Spiritual Encounters, Clarity and Meaning, Accountability, or Mission), which one do you comes most naturally to you?
After watching the video, what is one thing that you want to be sure your parish(es) offers for young people after NCYC?
"Catholic Survivor!" Navigating NCYC w. Annie Zeets
What are your plans to help ensure that young people have everything they need BEFORE they get on the bus for NCYC?
Of all of the advice that Annie shared, which piece of advice did you find most insightful?
Is your group going to try to do a meal together? If so, how will it be paid for and by whom?
Your Role as a Chaperone w/ Sarah Casey and Mike Walker
What is one thing that you heard from Sarah or Mike that was really helpful?
What is your group's plan for communication while at NCYC? How will you ensure that everyone can stay in contact?
What is your group's policy going to be for leaving the convention center?
What is your group's plan in case a member of your group gets sick?
What is one way your group leader could support you so that you could be more effective in your role as a Chaperone?
Codes of Conduct and more (see above video for more information)