What Past Participants Have Said About the INYM
“Because of the wealth of resources we were given, as well as the well-trained and prepared speakers, the conference was a ‘steal’ for the cost paid. Was well worth double that.”
Tammy Flippo, Immaculate Conception, Memphis, TN
“This experience was thoroughly executed with professionalism! I expected national experts and that’s precisely what I got. Sessions were intense, practical and engaging. Participating in the Institute has given me an arsenal of information, tools, and resources. Thank you for your commitment to educating newbies in the field!”
Amy Razayeski, St. Francis/Anselm, Gates Mills, OH
“Amazing! I hoped to gain a few tools and feel like I am leaving with a shed full! A lot of helpful information and resources. It was all very practical. This exceeded any expectations I had.”
Charlotte Phillips, St. John the Baptist, Johnsburg, IL
“I have been in youth ministry for six years and have learned more about my ministry in the four days than I have in the six years. This week has, by far, surpassed any expectations that I ever had.”
Stephanie Tierney, St. Thomas a’Becket, Canton, MI
“The week spent at INYM was one of the most valuable things I could have ever done for my ministry. The amount of knowledge and experience that was shared with us this week was unbelievable. I am not only going back to my parish with the fire and excitement back into my ministry but with passion and lifelong friends.”
Joey Straub, Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Bethlehem, PA
“This conference was the best thing I ever did for myself as a Youth Minister. Even though I had worked in Youth Ministry for a few years already, I came out of this conference knowing more about my ministry than I had in three years of actually working it. Whether you are a in your first year or your fourth year, you will take more from this conference than you ever would expect. Where can you get the best of the best training in Youth Ministry? Only at the INYM!”
Megan Augustine, 2011 INYM
“Personally, as someone who didn’t know a lot about the field coming into the conference, I left with a new found life and support group that I feel I could turn to with any questions or concerns I might have. I feel that the keynote speakers gave us excellent tools to take with us and I’ve been trying to use those tools and ideas ever since.”
John Delmundo, 2011 INYM
“This is an experience that I would recommend to anyone who is getting started in Youth Ministry. It really helped me to not only find better ways to relate to youth, it helped me plan more effectively, and most importantly helped me to take care of my own spiritual needs. This has helped my second year of youth ministry run more smoother than my first.”
Michael Renaurer, 2011 INYM
“A must in order to have a successful youth ministry. Learn your mistakes from the pros before you make them!”
Tara Huesmann, 2011 INYM
“The best of the best in the industry give you personal attention and tailor the program to meet your individual needs. A crash course in all things Youth Ministry. You’ll leave swimming in great ideas.”
Jessica Rudy, 2011 INYM
“I highly recommend this conference for anyone who is starting or just recently started out in Youth Ministry! It gives you so much more then expected. Tools and resources on all areas involved in ministry, knowledge from those who have been in your shoes, a heads up for what you are getting into, a community of peers who are in your same boat to help you after the conference is over. I know for me it is very helping to now know other youth ministries not in my Diocese. I truly felt like the speakers meant it when they said we could contact down the road if we need help. Just having that alone makes me feel more confident. I am going to make mistakes and that is okay…I feel like I have the right tools, resources and people now to help me after I make a mistake.”
Kathleen Edwards, 2011 INYM
