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Catholic
Youth,
Young
Adult,
and
Family
Ministry
2021
Award
Recognition
Celebrating
17
years
Catholic
Youth,
Young
Adult,
and
Family
Ministry
Recogni9on
Introduction
Letter
Dan
Pin
Associate
Director
Catholic
Youth,
Young
Adult,
and
Family
Ministry
Prayer
Awards
St.
John
Bosco
Award
Volunteer
of
the
Year
Award
St.
Timothy
Youth
Award
Dear
Friends
in
Christ,
O0en
in
life,
we
hear
the
analogy
that
every
event
or
ac9on
has
a
“ripple
effect”
on
everything
else.
We
may
picture
a
pebble
tossed
into
a
calm
pond
and
track
the
gentle
waves
and
small
disturbance
made
on
the
smooth
water.
It’s
a
nice
way
of
saying
that
everything
is
connected
in
one
way
or
another.
Well,
over
a
year
ago,
a
great
big
boulder
called
COVID-‐19
came
crashing
into
the
rela9vely
tranquil
waters
of
our
lives.
Not
only
did
massive
waves
rush
in
all
direc9ons,
but
the
splashing
water
kicked
up
all
sorts
of
mud
and
debris
and
flung
the
mess
far
and
wide
throughout
our
homes,
towns,
country,
and
world.
Apart
from
being
a
complete
surprise
at
the
outset,
I
don’t
think
anyone
planned
on
just
how
long
the
turmoil
would
end
up
las9ng.
We
were
thrown
from
our
usual
rou9nes
straight
into
the
deep
end,
following
the
boulder
into
the
water
in
a
way.
Much
like
being
unexpectedly
dumped
into
a
deep,
cold
lake
when
we
had
no
plans
of
swimming,
every
aspect
of
our
lives
was
“soaked”
through.
We
scrambled,
shopped,
stocked
up,
cleaned,
and
then
waited…
and
waited…
and
waited…
treading
water
and
some9mes
wondering
how
long
we
could
keep
our
heads
above
the
waves.
Praise
be
to
God;
it
seems
as
though
the
life-‐boats
are
finally
star9ng
to
arrive.
Unfortunately,
we
are
not
yet
able
to
completely
get
back
to
“normal,”
whatever
that
may
be
in
the
future.
But
the
signs
have
grown
more
hopeful.
Many
of
us
can
reflect
with
gra9tude
on
the
floats
and
life-‐preservers
that
were
tossed
to
us
in
the
form
of
extra
prayers,
the
strengthening
of
communi9es,
and
the
o0en
unspoken
commitment
to
help
see
each
other
through.
Though
we
cannot
gather
in
person
again
this
year,
every
indica9on
is
that
the
9me
for
group
events
is
closer
now
than
it
has
ever
been
throughout
the
past
15
months.
With
this
hopeful
mindset,
along
with
much
gra9tude,
I
reflect
on
how
important
each
of
your
roles
has
been
in
suppor9ng
our
Diocese's
young
people
this
year.
I
have
hope
because
in
the
face
of
obstacles
no
one
could
have
expected,
the
Church
has
endured
and
even
grown
in
some
ways.
I
have
gra9tude
because
we
could
not
have
made
it
through
the
challenges
without
the
work
being
done
on
very
local
and
personal
levels.
When
large
groups
are
forbidden
and
crowds
coming
together
impossible,
the
Church's
mission
falls
squarely
on
the
individuals
and
families
suppor9ng
one
another
in
faith,
hope,
Page
1
and
charity.
I
am
humbly
awed
by
the
stories
of
success,
despite
the
trials.
Only
through
the
grace
of
Jesus
Christ
can
we
con9nue
to
thrive
in
the
most
difficult
circumstances.
And
so,
I
thank
each
one
of
you
for
your
ongoing
witness.
No
ma^er
how
small
you
may
consider
your
own
contribu9on,
you
have
made
an
impact.
I
am
especially
proud
of
our
young
people
themselves,
who
have
shown
remarkable
resiliency
and
desire
to
serve
beyond
themselves
in
so
many
ways.
To
those
adults
who
support
the
young
people
in
your
lives
as
their
parents,
pastors,
teachers,
and
parish
leaders,
thank
you
as
well.
I
conclude
with
a
very
appropriate
(and
also
nau9cal)
reflec9on
on
this
ongoing
rela9onship
between
young
people
and
adults
from
Pope
Francis’
2019
Apostolic
Exhorta9on,
Christus
Vivit:
“During
the
Synod,
one
of
the
young
auditors
from
the
Samoan
Islands
spoke
of
the
Church
as
a
canoe,
in
which
the
elderly
help
to
keep
on
course
by
judging
the
posi9on
of
the
stars,
while
the
young
keep
rowing,
imagining
what
waits
for
them
ahead.
Let
us
steer
clear
of
young
people
who
think
that
adults
represent
a
meaningless
past,
and
those
adults
who
always
think
they
know
how
young
people
should
act.
Instead,
let
us
all
climb
aboard
the
same
canoe
and
together
seek
a
be^er
world,
with
the
constantly
renewed
momentum
of
the
Holy
Spirit.
(201)”
Dan
Pin
Associate
Director,
CYM
Page
2
Prayer
Heavenly
Father,
source
of
all
life
and
sustainer
of
all
that
we
do,
please
bless
all
of
these
award
recipients,
their
families,
friends
and
parishes,
as
well
as
all
who
could
not
be
recognized
this
year,
yet
who
still
generously
gave
of
their
time
and
energy
to
build
up
your
Church
in
the
Diocese
of
Wilmington.
Lord,
continue
to
pour
out
your
Spirit
on
all,
especially
during
this
time
of
trial
and
sacrifice,
and
fill
our
hearts
with
faith,
hope,
and
love.
In
a
special
way,
though
we
cannot
be
physically
present
together,
we
offer
our
praise
and
thanksgiving
for
the
gifts
we
have,
especially
the
gift
of
our
young
people
and
those
who
serve
alongside
of
them.
Let
their
example
be
an
inspiration
to
all
of
us
to
humbly
seek
to
advance
Your
Kingdom
here
on
Earth.
May
the
Holy
Spirit
continue
to
work
in
our
lives
as
we
spread
the
Gospel
and
serve
those
in
need.
Strengthen
in
us
the
virtues
of
faith,
hope,
and
love,
that
we
may
overcome
any
obstacles
in
our
lives,
with
Your
presence
and
grace.
We
look
forward
with
hope
and
joy
to
the
time
when
we
will
gather
together
to
celebrate
with
renewed
faith
and
strength,
and
we
make
all
these
prayers
through
your
Son,
Jesus
Christ.
Our
Father…
Hail
Mary…
Glory
Be…
Amen!
Page
3
St.
John
Bosco
Diocesan
Award
St.
John
Bosco
is
the
founder
of
the
Salesian
Society
and
is
the
patron
saint
of
young
people.
The
St.
John
Bosco
Award
is
a
Diocesan
Award
given
to
adult
leaders
(21
years
or
older
and
cleared
for
service
in
the
diocese)
who
have
been
involved
in
youth
ministry
for
five
or
more
years
and
have
been
positive
role
models
in
one
of
several
categories.
Recipients
may
be
volunteer
or
salaried,
lay
or
religious.
Athletics
Steve
Dymowski
-‐
Mount
Aviat
Academy
Steve
has
served
as
the
Athletic
Director
of
the
Mount
Aviat
Athletic
Association
for
eight
years.
Steve
led
a
Spirit
Day
for
each
team
every
season,
an
event
unique
in
the
Diocese.
In
addition,
he
coordinated
an
annual
Sports
Banquet
to
recognize
student
athletes,
always
including
an
engaging
guest
speaker.
He
purchased
new
equipment
and
basketball
uniforms
and
created
a
new
uniform
purchasing
strategy
that
better
fit
the
needs
of
the
volleyball
teams.
He
reinstated
the
soccer
team
three
years
ago
to
great
success.
His
leadership
reflects
the
school’s
commitment
to
do
“no
more,
no
less”
than
your
best.
Athletics
Todd
Oliver
-‐
St.
John
the
Beloved
Todd
has
served
the
Athletic
Department
in
almost
every
capacity
from
coach
to
athletic
director.
He
has
spearheaded
numerous
fundraising
events
to
benefit
St.
John
the
Beloved
School
and
athletic
department.
He
has
volunteered
at
the
carnival,
chaired
parish
and
school
committees,
and
is
always
willing
to
help
with
lunch
and
recess
duty.
Todd
treats
everyone
with
respect
and
kindness.
He
is
patient,
understanding
and
works
easily
and
collaboratively
with
other
volunteers.
He
generously
gives
of
his
time,
talent
and
treasure
to
support
St.
John
the
Beloved
parish
and
school
and
is
an
irreplaceable
volunteer.
Page
4
St.
John
Bosco
Diocesan
Award
Catechesis
Antoinette
Quindlen
-‐
St.
John
the
Beloved
Antoinette
has
been
an
invaluable
catechist
in
service
to
St.
John
the
Beloved’s
second
grade
program
for
28
years.
She
has
provided
catechesis
and
true
modeling
of
the
importance
and
joy
of
the
reception
of
the
sacraments
of
reconciliation
and
Holy
Communion
to
the
children.
Antoinette
is
a
person
who
whenever
asked,
will
give
150%
of
her
time,
energy,
and
commitment
to
sharing
and
teaching
the
sacraments
to
the
children
of
the
parish.
She
faithfully
comes
to
class
prepared
to
teach
and
to
form
the
students
in
the
understanding
of
their
faith
and
in
the
importance
and
reverence
of
the
sacraments.
Catechesis
Pat
Walker
-‐
St.
Ann
Pat
sees
catechesis
as
both
ministry
and
vocation.
She
is
committed
to
growing
disciples
through
leadership
in
religious
education
and
sacramental
programs
for
over
45
years.
She
has
been
the
catechetical
leader
and
the
religion
resource
for
parish
school
teachers
and
principals.
She
has
provided
formation
sessions
and
professional
development
to
help
catechists
grow
in
faith.
Pat
has
modeled
and
guided
parents
to
partner
with
the
parish
in
educating
children
in
the
faith.
During
the
pandemic
she
has
found
creative
ways
to
keep
programs
together.
As
she
prepares
for
retirement,
the
parish
says
thank
you
and
God
bless
you.
Catholic
School
Richard
Hart
-‐
St.
John
the
Beloved
Firmly
committed
to
the
mantra
"Children
First",
Richard
Hart
has
dedicated
his
life
to
Catholic
Education,
currently
serving
in
his
29th
year
as
a
Principal
in
the
Diocese
of
Wilmington.
He
works
tirelessly
to
promote
the
Catholic
faith,
engaging
with
students
everyday.
He
leads
school
liturgies
and
retreat
days,
and
incorporates
the
traditions
the
rosary,
Stations
of
the
Cross
and
May
Procession
into
the
calendar.
He
engages
parents
and
the
community
in
acts
of
services
throughout
the
school
year.
The
immediate
sense
of
faith
filled
welcoming
upon
entering
the
school
is
a
direct
result
of
Richard’s
reverent,
prayer-‐filled
leadership.
Page
5
St.
John
Bosco
Diocesan
Award
Catholic
School
Jackie
Selba
-‐
St.
John
Neumann
Jackie,
a
longtime
member
of
St.
John
Neumann
Parish,
has
been
one
of
the
major
Christian
formators
at
Most
Blessed
Sacrament
Catholic
School.
She
has
taught
both
the
basics
and
the
finer
points
of
the
Faith
in
the
classroom,
has
helped
children
at
all
grade
levels
to
learn
to
pray,
has
worked
with
local
pastors
to
prepare
for
school
liturgies,
and
has
trained
numerous
students
to
serve
as
lectors
during
Mass.
Her
relationships
with
students,
faculty
and
staff
give
witness
to
her
faith
and
to
her
desire
for
personal
holiness.
Parish
Youth
Ministry
Margaret
Cregan
-‐
Holy
Cross
Margie
has
been
a
steadfast
volunteer
in
our
Confirmation
program
for
10
years.
She
helps
with
classes,
retreats
and
is
always
available
when
needed.
This
year,
with
the
pandemic,
she
has
taken
the
needs
of
the
teens
and
made
sure
they
were
given
every
opportunity
to
learn
and
share
their
faith.
She
has
a
beautiful
way
of
sharing
her
love
of
God
in
a
quiet,
humble
manor.
Her
main
focus
is
always
the
teens
-‐
making
sure
they
see
God
is
everything
they
say
and
do.
Holy
Cross
is
blessed
to
have
her
on
the
team.
Parish
Youth
Ministry
Linda
Steinmiller
-‐
Saints
Peter
and
Paul
Linda
has
faithfully
served
Saints
Peter
and
Paul
parish
and
school
community
for
over
two
decades
in
many
capacities.
She
always
goes
above
and
beyond
in
helping
children
and
families
along
their
faith
journey.
She
does
so
in
a
very
genuine,
loving,
and
Christo-‐centric
manner.
Linda
has
cultivated
dynamic
growth
in
all
of
the
parish's
faith
formation
programs
-‐
for
young
children
to
adults.
She
is
a
tremendous
supporter
of
the
parish
school
and
is
a
valued
partner
in
the
parish
and
school's
mission
of
fostering
the
faith
of
the
entire
community.
Page
6
Volunteer
of
the
Year
Award
Elaine
Ambra
-‐
Resurrection
Elaine
started
her
ministry
to
youth
nine
years
ago
as
a
first
grade
assistant
catechist.
She
then
taught
second
grade
where
she
found
joy
in
helping
the
students
prepare
for
their
First
Holy
Communion.
After
four
years
with
the
2nd
graders,
she
transitioned
into
the
youth
ministry
team
working
with
middle
school
and
high
school
students.
She
has
a
gift
for
reading
the
classroom.
She
knows
how
to
direct
the
other
catechists
when
they
are
moving
too
quickly
and
how
to
gently
redirect
youth
when
they
get
distracted.
She
coordinated
the
Resurrection
Vacation
Bible
School
closing
picnic
in
2018
and
2019.
Larry
and
Corey
Bock
-‐
St.
Joseph,
Middletown
Larry
and
Corey
volunteer
at
St.
Joseph
Parish
in
many
ways.
They
serve
as
8th
grade
catechists.
Both
are
lectors
and
ushers
at
Mass.
They
enjoy
sharing
their
faith
as
lay
facilitators
for
our
Baptism
Preparation
sessions.
As
members
of
the
Adult
Faith
Formation
Committee,
they
help
promote
educational
and
inspirational
material
targeting
adults.
They
participate
in
a
weekly
group
sharing
of
the
Liturgy
of
the
Word,
reflecting
on
the
upcoming
Sunday
readings.
Together
they
contribute
a
weekly
mini-‐article
to
the
church
bulletin,
focusing
on
Christian
Formation.
Larry
is
active
in
the
Knights
of
Columbus
and
Corey
in
the
Columbiettes.
Andrew
Bozanic
-‐
Padua
Academy
Dr.
Andrew
Bozanic
is
an
asset
in
many
ways
to
the
Padua
community.
He
has
been
involved
in
music
ministry
since
joining
Padua's
faculty,
but
this
year,
Andy
invested
countless
extra
hours
to
facilitate
prayer
through
song.
He
created
vocal
and
instrumental
backing
tracks
so
our
student
vocalists
could
continue
to
lead
worship.
He
also
spent
hours
stitching
together
student
vocal
tracks
-‐-‐
as
he
described
it,
a
true
"labor
of
love."
The
value
of
his
expertise
and
self-‐sacrifice
cannot
be
measured.
He
serves
so
generously
with
Padua
and
with
his
parish
community
at
Immaculate
Heart
of
Mary.
Page
7
Volunteer
of
the
Year
Award
Theresa
Carlini
-‐
Immaculate
Heart
of
Mary
Theresa
is
never
too
busy
to
help.
Having
been
a
Catechist
since
1999,
she
is
always
dedicated
to
helping
her
students
with
sacramental
preparation.
Throughout
her
tenure
with
Immaculate
Heart
of
Mary’s
religious
education
program,
Terry
has
taught
the
5th
and
6th
grades
and
is
currently
the
2nd
grade
catechist
where
she
is
helping
to
prepare
her
students
for
First
Holy
Communion.
Terry
is
a
full-‐time
special
education
teacher
in
the
Brandywine
School
District.
She
continues
to
teach
religious
education
since
she
enjoys
giving
back
to
the
children
and
helping
them
to
learn
how
to
pray
and
walk
with
God.
Tracy
Cavanaugh
-‐
St.
Elizabeth
Tracy
is
well
deserving
of
the
Volunteer
of
the
Year
Award.
She
is
the
proud
parent
of
5th
grader,
Brett,
and
the
President
of
St.
Elizabeth’s
Home
and
School
Association.
She
is
St.
Elizabeth's
biggest
cheerleader.
Even
in
the
midst
of
a
pandemic,
Tracy
has
donated
much
of
her
time
and
effort
into
keeping
the
Viking
Family
safely
united.
She
has
organized
numerous
community
building
events,
volunteered
to
support
every
school
initiative,
and
made
her
skills
and
generous
heart
available
to
the
families
and
staff.
Tracy
truly
embodies
the
Benedictine
Pride
of
prayer,
work,
and
service.
Chris
Ciletti
-‐
St.
Luke
and
St.
Andrew
Chris
has
worked
with
the
teens
at
St.
Luke
and
St.
Andrew
both
in
formation
and
sacrament
preparation.
His
enthusiasm,
and
beautiful,
concrete
witness
of
the
Gospel,
is
evident
in
the
smiles
on
the
faces
of
his
class.
Over
the
years,
families
of
the
youth
in
the
parish
have
also
noted
the
same
about
Chris.
He
is
a
humble,
yet
passionate
leader
in
catechetical
ministry,
and
it
is
an
honor
to
walk
along
beside
him.
Page
8Volunteer
of
the
Year
Award
Kristin
R.
Davis
-‐
St.
Elizabeth
Kristin
is
committed
to
St.
Elizabeth
Athletic
Association.
Kristin
ensures
clear,
concise,
and
timely
communication
among
coaches,
families,
school
and
parish
including
registering
athletes,
sharing
schedules,
and
publishing
announcements
for
sports.
Kristin
started
as
an
intramural
basketball
instructor
four
years
ago
and
in
2018
she
assumed
the
newly
created
role
as
Athletic
Association
Media/Communication
Officer.
She
manages
the
Athletic
Association
website,
YouTube
and
Facebook
pages,
coordinates
volunteers,
and
collaborates
with
staff
for
publications
in
parish
bulletin
and
the
school
newsletter.
This
year
she
added
oversight
of
live-‐streaming
basketball
and
volleyball
games
due
to
COVID-‐19
restrictions.
Lisa
Flynn
-‐
St.
Mary
Refuge
of
Sinners
Lisa
is
a
Eucharistic
Minister
and
devoted
Catechist
since
2004
mostly
catechizing
her
second
grade
class.
She
delivered
assignments
to
students
who
could
not
attend
her
zoom
classes.
She
developed
an
All
Saints
Day
presentation
for
the
youth
in
first
through
eighth
grade.
Lisa
streamed
the
Easter
Sunday
Mass
so
the
overflow
of
parishioners
could
view
the
Liturgy
in
the
parish
hall.
She
has
organized
youth
vacation
bible
class,
annual
Easter
egg
hunt,
trained
altar
servers
and
mentored
First
Reconciliation
and
First
Eucharist
candidates.
Lisa
engaged
parishioners
to
join
Fr.
Mike
Schmitz’s
The
Catholic
Bible
in
a
Year
program.
Josh
Landers
-‐
Church
of
the
Good
Shepherd
Josh
is
always
dependable,
visibly
interested
in
all
aspects
of
parish
life
and
the
school
community.
He
is
very
knowledgeable
in
the
arena
of
technology
and
is
extremely
supportive
of
the
pastoral
team.
He
has
also
volunteered
in
the
religious
education
program
this
year
keeping
our
attendees
safe.
Josh
has
been
a
sincere
help
to
the
Religious
Education
Coordinator,
school
Principal,
and
Pastor.
Page
9Volunteer
of
the
Year
Award
Cathy
Lough
-‐
St.
Benedict/St.
Elizabeth
Cathy
has
been
the
10th
grade
catechist
for
St.
Benedict/St.
Elizabeth
Parish
and
assisted
in
the
Confirmation
preparation
program
for
the
past
15
years.
She
has
also
taught
Rite
of
Christian
Initiation
of
Adults
adapted
for
children
at
different
times
in
this
same
time
frame.
Her
steadfast
dedication
to
St.
Benedict/St.
Elizabeth
parish
religious
education
program
and
love
for
the
parish
children
is
very
much
appreciated.
Marie
McFarlin
-‐
St.
Elizabeth
Ann
Seton
Marie
ministers
as
the
Liturgy
Coordinator,
works
closely
with
the
Altar
Servers,
and
the
High
School
Lectors.
Marie
also
works
with
the
parish's
Children's'
Liturgy
of
the
Word
program.
She
is
well
respected
by
the
families
involved.
Marie
has
a
deep
faith
and
a
very
strong
work
ethic.
It
is
a
joy
to
minister
with
her
at
Seton.
Debbie
Petka
-‐
Church
of
the
Holy
Cross
Debbie
has
been
a
valued
member
of
the
Religious
Education
Program
at
Holy
Cross
for
over
18
years.
Most
of
her
time
has
been
spent
spreading
her
love
of
the
Eucharist
to
second
graders
preparing
for
their
First
Reconciliation
and
First
Communion.
While
she
tried
working
with
another
grade
her
heart
pulled
her
back
to
the
second
grade.
Her
children
are
always
well
prepared
to
receive
the
sacraments.
She
takes
every
opportunity
to
volunteer
and
assist
wherever
she
is
needed.
She
also
shares
her
love
of
Christ
working
with
the
Girl
Scouts
and
as
a
member
of
the
Columbiettes.
Hugolindo
Rivera
Morales
-‐
Immaculate
Conception
Hugo
has
been
a
member
or
Immaculate
Conception
for
only
a
few
years,
but
in
his
short
time
has
been
a
wonderful
faith
filled
servant
of
God.
He
has
served
as
Catechist
to
7th
graders,
President
of
the
Jovenes,
helped
countless
hours
with
formation
of
the
youth,
walked
by
faith,
been
Jesus
in
our
living
Stations
of
the
Cross,
cut
the
grass
around
the
grounds
during
his
down
time,
lent
a
hand
in
any
task
that
is
needed
at
the
Parish
and
guided
many
in
faith
as
a
Padrino.
His
passion
for
serving
the
Church
is
greatly
commendable.
Page
10Volunteer
of
the
Year
Award
Pam
Sayers
-‐
St.
John
the
Beloved
Pam
is
a
dedicated
volunteer
who
has
taught
on
Tuesday
evenings
for
the
last
eight
years
as
a
fourth
grade
catechist.
Pam
has
provided
service
as
the
Sunday
morning
coordinator
and
this
year
has
taken
on
the
lead
teacher
role
for
the
Sunday
morning
program.
Pam
is
always
willing
to
help.
Whenever
there
is
a
need
in
the
program,
Pam
comes
to
the
aid
and
provides
excellence
in
catechetical
ministry.
She
is
a
model
of
authentic
witness
to
our
religion
and
faith
to
her
students.
Mike
Speicher
-‐
Christ
the
Teacher
Catholic
School
Mike
donates
countless
hours
and
energy
to
the
Christ
the
Teacher
basketball
program
every
year.
He
has
played
a
key
part
in
building
a
strong
and
thriving
program
at
the
school.
Mike
is
a
great
role
model
for
the
players.
He
loves
to
work
hard
and
teach
the
players
the
game.
Mike
shows
the
kids
how
to
be
good
people
and
how
to
give
back
to
the
school.
Every
year,
Mike
invites
the
alumni
and
varsity
players
to
help
assistant
coach
with
CYM
and
in-‐house
teams.
Mike
is
an
outstanding
candidate
for
this
award.
Peg
Tillinghast
-‐
St.
Dennis
Peg
has
served
in
Religious
Education
for
21
years.
She
has
run
Vacation
Bible
School,
taught
Religious
Education,
and
helped
with
youth
nights.
She
teaches
second
grade
and
Sacrament
Prep.
She
is
known
and
loved
by
all
for
her
dedication
to
youth.
She
has
been
a
superstar,
teaching
classes
both
online
and
in
person
and
cheerfully
volunteering
as
a
substitute
for
other
classes.
She
runs
the
parish
sharing
tree
ministry,
serves
as
the
For
the
Sake
of
God’s
Children
coordinator,
and
works
full
time
as
the
parish
secretary.
She
is
the
heart
of
St.
Dennis,
and
she
is
appreciated
and
loved.
Page
11St.
Timothy
Youth
Award
The
St.
Timothy
Youth
Award
is
given
to
a
junior
or
senior
high
school
youth
who
lives
as
a
disciple
of
Christ,
sets
a
positive
example
for
other
youth,
witnesses
to
their
faith
by
exhibiting
Catholic
morals
and
integrity,
demonstrates
Gospel
values
through
service
to
others,
and
exhibits
Christian
leadership
in
parish,
school,
and/or
community
settings.
Patrick
Andrews
-‐
Church
of
the
Good
Shepherd
Patrick
is
always
willing
to
help
with
various
parish
activities.
He
serves
on
the
Youth
Leadership
Team
for
the
Diocese
of
Wilmington.
He
attends
the
parish
virtual
Pastoral
Council
meetings
and
provides
reports.
Patrick
has
been
involved
in
numerous
ways
but
most
recently
with
a
virtual
Advent
reflection
organized
by
the
Diocese’s
Youth
Leadership
Team.
He
participates
faithfully
in
Pro-‐Life
activities
including
this
year's
Pro-‐Life
mass,
and
has
given
a
Lenten/Holy
Week
reflection.
Madison
Arsenault
-‐
Holy
Cross
Madison
is
an
active
member
of
Holy
Cross
Parish
and
is
a
bright
example
of
a
young
adult
living
her
faith
in
service
to
others.
Madison
has
been
a
peer
leader
the
past
two
years,
and
has
helped
on
retreats
and
in
classroom
discussion
for
Confirmation
Preparation.
She
has
attended
Catholic
Heart
Work
Camp
and
is
a
vocal
witness
to
the
teens
about
her
experiences.
She
is
a
lector
at
youth
Mass,
and
attends
retreat
at
MOUNT
2000
every
year.
She
is
a
wonderful
mentor
to
the
younger
peer
leaders,
and
to
her
peers
she
is
love
in
action.
Sean
Baker
-‐
St.
Elizabeth
Parish
Sean
is
a
neighborhood
kid
who
is
present
and
dedicated
to
his
community
at
St
Elizabeth.
He
has
a
welcoming
spirit
that
has
engaged
him
in
sports,
parish
service
days,
altar
serving
and
now
parish
council
for
the
last
two
years.
Sean
enjoys
being
a
part
of
the
good
things
that
happen
on
campus.
He
has
had
his
share
of
sports
accidents
that
have
made
him
more
patient,
caring
and
humble.
Sean
can
see
himself
in
the
shoes
of
others.
Page
12St.
Timothy
Youth
Award
Madison
Conrad
-‐
St.
Elizabeth
School
Madison
is
a
generous
and
compassionate
young
lady
who
greets
everyone
with
a
smile
and
enthusiasm.
As
an
officer
of
National
Honor
Society
and
Multiplying
Good
Vikings
in
Action,
she
was
instrumental
to
the
organization
and
success
of
numerous
service
projects
including
food
drives
and
the
Harper’s
Heart
campaign.
Madison
can
always
be
counted
on
to
lend
a
hand
to
school
events
and
devotes
time
working
at
the
elementary
school
aftercare
program.
Madison
embodies
the
Benedictine
Pillar
of
Service
and
Humility:
serving
a
purpose
and
a
power
greater
than
ourselves.
Brighid
Deely
-‐
Ursuline
Academy
Brighid
exemplifies
the
charism
of
St.
Angela
Merici,
foundress
of
the
Ursuline
Sisters.
She
serves
as
an
Extraordinary
Minister
of
Holy
Communion
during
liturgies
and
dedicated
the
majority
of
her
required
hours
of
service
to
her
parish's
Religious
Education
programs.
Brighid
is
kind
to
all
and
is
a
witness
to
her
faith
through
her
attitudes
and
actions.
St.
Angela
said:
"Be
pleasant
and
kind,
striving
to
deal
with
others
solely
for
the
love
of
God
and
the
good
of
souls,"
and
Brighid's
witness
to
Christ
through
her
kind,
gentle
spirit
makes
her
a
well-‐respected
role
model
for
all
at
Ursuline.
Noelle
DiVirgilio
-‐
Padua
Academy
Noelle
leads
with
strength
and
gentleness
within
the
Padua
community.
Since
her
junior
year,
she
has
been
a
standout
member
of
the
Peer
Leadership
Team.
Actively
involved
in
the
Team’s
committee
work,
she
also
knows
how
to
create
a
safe
and
comfortable
space
for
small
group
faith
sharing.
Noelle
is
quick
to
respond
whenever
Campus
Ministry
has
a
need,
and
has
served
as
a
lector
during
her
time
at
Padua.
She
is
also
an
active
member
of
Students
in
Action
service
leadership
team.
Kyra
Dove
-‐
Padua
Academy
Kyra
leads
within
Padua’s
faith
community
with
a
vibrant
enthusiasm.
Kyra
has
been
an
incredibly
active
member
of
the
Peer
Leadership
team
since
her
junior
year.
She
is
quick
to
include
others,
share
ideas,
and
listen
to
her
team
members.
She
jumps
into
activities
with
openness
and
energy.
Kyra
also
was
a
member
of
the
Encounter
team
this
spring,
investing
deeply
in
creating
space
to
sustain
Padua’s
Encounter
community.
Page
13St.
Timothy
Youth
Award
James
Edwards
-‐
Immaculate
Heart
of
Mary
James
is
a
senior
at
Salesianum
and
has
been
a
member
of
Troop
33
Scouts
at
Immaculate
Heart
of
Mary
since
his
5th
grade
year.
James
is
a
leader
that
is
frequently
called
upon
by
his
peers
to
provide
direction
and
leadership.
His
most
recent
was
as
a
Senior
Patrol
Leader
for
part
of
his
sophomore
and
junior
year.
This
is
the
highest
leadership
position
in
Scouting.
He
provided
leadership
to
his
peers
showing
kindness
and
structure
to
the
troop.
He
also
volunteers
whenever
he
is
able
to
assist
those
in
need.
Patrick
Fohner
-‐
St.
Mary
Star
of
the
Sea/
Holy
Savior
Patrick
has
grown
from
an
industrious
hard-‐working
boy
to
a
goal-‐
oriented
young
man.
He
is
polite,
well
mannered,
organized,
and
his
work
ethic
is
top
notch.
Given
any
task
and
he
will
see
it
through
to
completion.
Starting
as
a
student
in
the
religious
education
program,
he
continued
also
working
as
a
teen
leader
and
volunteer.
He
has
been
involved
in
starting
or
promoting
many
activities
and
doing
whatever
needed
to
assure
success.
He
worked
on
Vacation
Bible
School.
Most
importantly,
he
is
kind
and
compassionate
and
makes
a
difference.
Jake
Gillespie
-‐
St.
Mary
Star
of
the
Sea/
Holy
Savior
Jake
has
been
a
faithful
volunteer
for
many
years.
He
has
given
his
time
in
many
areas
even
making
sure
to
check
on
the
Church
during
quarantine
to
be
sure
the
Church
community
was
being
taken
care.
He
was
co-‐president
of
the
youth
group,
has
volunteered
for
Vacation
Bible
School
and
helped
to
organize
the
annual
senior
prom.
Jake
is
organized
and
efficient.
He
works
well
with
both
adults
and
peers.
Jake
has
a
great
work
ethic
and
is
a
natural
leader.
He
is
an
asset
to
the
parish
community.
Adriana
Gonzalez
-‐
St
Elizabeth
Parish
Adriana
has
been
present
and
involved
in
parish
life
and
ministry
from
childhood.
Growing
up
blocks
from
the
church
and
school,
this
is
part
of
her
community
and
she
shared
that
idea
and
reality
with
her
friends.
She
has
been
an
altar
server
since
the
5th
grade
and
recently
joined
to
serve
the
whole
Triduum
and
encouraging
her
brother
to
do
the
same.
She
is
a
student
leader,
cantor,
and
athlete.
She
served
as
a
member
of
the
parish
council
this
year
where
she
adds
her
voice.
Page
14St.
Timothy
Youth
Award
Hanna
Heredia
-‐
St.
John
the
Beloved
Hannah
is
an
exemplary
model
of
a
young
woman
living
her
faith
humbly
and
with
strength,
setting
an
example
for
other
young
people
of
what
it
means
to
contribute
to
the
life
of
her
parish
community.
Hannah
is
a
dedicated
altar
server
whose
joy
in
serving
at
the
Lord's
Table
is
evident
and
contagious.
She
assists
as
a
youth
leader
at
Vacation
Bible
School
and
can
be
seen
at
Mass
each
week,
frequently
inviting
friends
with
her
to
share
her
love
of
the
Lord
and
her
Catholic
faith.
Hannah
is
currently
a
member
of
the
Diocesan
Youth
Leadership
Team.
Christopher
Hinton
-‐
St.
Dennis
Christopher
is
a
caring
young
man
who
is
a
shining
example
of
service
to
his
parish
community.
He
reverently
serves
as
an
Extraordinary
Minister
of
Holy
Communion,
and
had
served
as
an
altar
server.
He
also
helps
out
as
needed
with
the
Religious
Education
Program,
whether
it
be
event
setup
or
cleanup,
serving
as
a
substitute
assistant,
or
other
ways.
Before
the
pandemic,
Chris
also
attended
Youth
Nights
at
St.
Dennis.
He
is
always
courteous,
respectful,
and
well
mannered,
and
he
is
very
knowledgeable
about
his
faith.
Chris
sets
an
example
to
other
youth
of
living
as
a
follower
of
Christ.
Elizabeth
Hoppel
-‐
Church
of
the
Good
Shepherd
Lizzy
is
always
willing
to
step
up
to
the
plate
and
help
in
different
situations.
She
is
most
kind
and
thoughtful.
Lizzy
has
stepped
forward
with
youth
leadership
and
has
participated
in
this
COVID
time
with
advent
reflection,
attended
Pro-‐Life
events,
has
participated
in
the
parish
virtual
Pastoral
Council
meetings,
and
recently
offered
a
Lenten/
Holy
Week
reflection.
Daniel
King
-‐
St.
Benedict/St.
Elizabeth
Daniel
has
been
an
altar
server
from
second
grade
to
now,
as
a
high
school
senior.
Aside
from
weekend
and
daily
Masses,
he
also
serves
at
funerals.
During
this
time,
he
has
helped
with
Youth
Ministry
events
and
Vacation
Bible
School.
He
has
also
volunteered
at
St.
Martin's
Ministries
at
the
Benedictine
Monastery
in
Ridgely.
Daniel's
faithfulness
to
his
parish
and
family
duties
set
such
a
wonderful
example
for
the
younger
children
in
the
parish.
Page
15St.
Timothy
Youth
Award
Evan
Kinsey
-‐
St.
John
Neumann
Evan's
devotion
to
the
Faith,
his
well-‐rounded
personality,
his
generous
spirit,
and
his
willingness
to
exercise
leadership
make
him
a
great
example
for
young
people
both
in
the
parish
and
beyond
its
boundaries.
The
presence
and
involvement
of
young
men
like
Evan
bode
well
for
the
future
of
the
local
Church.
Steven
McDowell
-‐
Immaculate
Heart
of
Mary
Steven
is
a
Senior
at
Salesianum
and
has
been
a
member
of
Troop
33
Scouts
at
Immaculate
Heart
of
Mary
since
his
5th
grade
year.
He
has
always
held
a
leadership
position.
His
most
recent
was
as
a
Senior
Patrol
Leader.
This
is
the
highest
leadership
position
in
Scouting.
He
maintained
this
position
throughout
all
of
the
COVID-‐19
pandemic.
This
entire
school
year,
the
troop
was
open
with
meetings
and
camps.
Bringing
this
leadership
to
the
troop
at
such
a
tough
time
was
integral
to
all
of
the
Scout's
emotional
health.
Steven
also
volunteers
as
an
altar
server
even
after
8th
grade.
Maria
Katerina
Medori
-‐
Archmere
Academy
Willing
to
take
on
work
that
needs
to
be
done
and
not
receive
as
much
recognition,
Katerina
draws
satisfaction
from
those
she
positively
impacts
and
from
the
knowledge
that
her
time
was
well
spent.
Every
Saturday
and
Sunday,
she
travels
from
a
local
bakery
to
pick
up
food
donations
to
deliver
to
as
many
as
six
locations
because
the
Ministry
of
Caring,
a
local
shelter
which
provides
numerous
services
for
the
disadvantaged,
is
unable
to
pay
drivers
on
weekends.
The
three-‐year
commitment
has
helped
her
understand
the
needs
of
others,
and
the
importance
of
service
to
others.
Page
16St.
Timothy
Youth
Award
Connor
Reagan
-‐
Resurrection
Connor
was
the
Resurrection
2018
youth
pastoral
council
representative
and
was
a
cantor
in
the
youth
choir.
While
at
Cab
Calloway,
Connor
participated
in
Stockings
for
Soldiers,
made
baked
goods
for
Ronald
McDonald
House,
and
volunteered
for
school
events.
He
helped
start
Delaware’s
first
Junior
State
of
America
Club.
Connor
advocated
for
a
better
virtual
option
and
a
safe
planned
return
to
schools
in
the
Red
Clay
School
District
resulting
in
a
hybrid
option
being
offered.
Throughout
high
school
Connor
has
volunteered
at
NorthBay
Education,
Inc.
and
Ronald
McDonald
House.
He
was
a
Safety
Town
Volunteer
for
two
summers.
John
Remaniak
-‐
St.
Benedict/St.
Elizabeth
John
has
served
the
parish
as
an
acolyte
for
the
past
10
years.
He
also
started
playing
the
keyboard
and
organ
at
weekend
Masses
for
the
past
six
years,
sometimes
two
weekends
a
month.
This
was
no
small
feat
as
he
balanced
music
practices
with
different
cantors
with
two
swim
teams
and
rowing
team
activities
for
his
school.
John
has
also
volunteered
at
many
Knights
of
Columbus
breakfasts
and
dinners
for
the
parish.
Gabriel
Santos
-‐
Resurrection
Gabriel
spends
his
free
time
helping
others
learn.
He
has
served
as
a
teacher
assistant
at
a
math
tutoring
program
and
an
assistant
to
the
Reading
Corps
at
The
Summer
Learning
Collaborative.
His
continued
interest
in
teaching
others
led
him
to
create
the
Sum
It!
Math
Program
in
Davao,
Philippines.
This
program
is
dedicated
to
helping
lower-‐income
elementary
school
students
develop
a
stronger
sense
of
math
through
classroom
tutor
sessions.
His
overall
leadership
qualities
earned
him
the
opportunity
to
represent
Tower
Hill
High
School
at
the
Hugh
O’Brian
Youth
Leadership
Conference
in
Dover,
Delaware.
Page
17St.
Timothy
Youth
Award
Bianca
Schaen
-‐
Ursuline
Academy
Bianca's
dedication
to
her
faith
has
followed
in
the
footsteps
of
the
foundress
of
the
Ursuline
Sisters,
St.
Angela
Merici,
who
said:
"Be
joyous,
and
always
act
out
of
charity,
with
faith
and
hope
in
God."
Bianca
has
shared
her
time
and
talents
with
her
fellow
students,
parish,
and
community
during
her
years
at
Ursuline
through
tutoring,
serving
her
parish,
and
co-‐creating
the
Bliss
Box
to
help
ease
anxieties
of
teens.
Most
recently,
she
helped
to
design
and
lead
retreat
activities
for
students
who
attended
virtually.
Bianca
joyfully
witnesses
to
Christ
through
her
care
of
and
kindness
to
others.
Abigale
Townsend
-‐
St.
Elizabeth
School
Abigale
is
actively
involved
in
the
common
life,
prayer,
service,
and
activities
of
St.
Elizabeth
School.
Her
passion
for
the
arts
is
matched
by
her
desire
to
serve.
Abigale
shares
her
talents
with
the
community
as
a
cantor
at
school
masses
and
prayer
services,
as
a
student
director
for
the
elementary
school
musical,
and
as
Senior
Class
President.
During
the
summer,
she
used
her
costume
sewing
skills
to
sew
masks
for
health
care
facilities
in
Delaware.
Abigale
embodies
the
Benedictine
Pillar
of
Work
and
Prayer
believing
“Everything
that
we
do,
is
work
for
God’s
greater
glory.”
Katherine
Walsh
-‐
Archmere
Academy
Katie’s
genuine,
giving
nature
pervades
all
that
she
does.
Whether
in
the
classroom,
through
community
service,
or
in
her
parish,
Katie
leads
with
kindness
and
empathy,
touching
the
lives
of
all
who
encounter
her.
She’s
driven
by
her
faith;
most
at
peace
and
confident
when
she’s
around
and
engaged
in
her
church.
She’s
among
the
most
respected
members
of
our
community
and
her
peers
are
thankful
for
her
presence,
one
sharing,
“when
I
first
became
friends
with
her,
she
became
a
beacon
of
hope
for
me...She
inspires
me
all
the
time
to
be
the
best
I
can
be.”
Page
18St.
Timothy
Youth
Award
Emmalee
Young
-‐
Holy
Cross
Emmalee
has
been
a
peer
leader
for
the
Confirmation
program
the
past
three
years.
She
has
attended
the
March
for
Life
each
year,
and
exuberantly
invites
young
people
to
join
her.
Emmalee
attended
Catholic
Heart
Work
Camp
in
Roanoke,
and
planned
on
attending
last
year
in
Hartford
before
everything
came
to
a
halt.
Emmalee
shares
her
faith
in
a
quiet,
steadfast
manner.
She
witnesses
her
faith
at
retreat,
Confirmation
classes
and
in
her
school.
She
is
such
a
beautiful
example
to
us
all
-‐
sharing
her
faith
every
day
in
everything
she
does.
Her
college
is
lucky
to
have
her.
Page
19Calling All Youth Leaders!
We
are
looking
for
up
to
two
students
from
every
parish
and
Catholic
school.
Please
choose
from
among
your
most
promising
leaders
in
the
sophomore,
junior,
and
senior
class.
Young
people
can
register
starting
in
August
at
www.cdowcym.org
Any
young
person
can
sign
up,
but
must
be
approved
by
local
pastor,
principal,
or
youth
ministry
leader.
Page
20Catholic Youth, Young Adult and
Family Ministry PILGRIMAGE
April 9, 2022
Page
2129th Annual CYO Joseph A. McNesby, Jr. Golf Outing
Benefitting the work of Catholic Youth and Young Adult Ministry
Wednesday, September 1, 2021 Deerfield Golf Club
The Day’s Events
Registration: 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Lunch : 11:00 am - Noon
Shotgun Start: Noon
Auction/Dinner: 5:30 pm
For 29 years, individuals throughout Delaware and
along the Eastern Shore of Maryland have been
raising money to support programs and services that
are organized and implemented by the Catholic Youth
and Young Adult Ministry office.
Along with supporting the endeavors of the Catholic athletic league, which serves over 5,000 youth, this event also
helps to sustain other youth activities, like service projects and a High School youth leadership program. Through the
generous contributions of donors, the office of Catholic Youth and Young Adult Ministry is able to continue its
mission, a mission fueled by the vision to provide youth and young adults the opportunity to learn the faith, love the
faith and live the faith.
All sponsors and donors are recognized in the day of brochure that is distributed to all golfers, sponsors, and donors.
$2000 - Includes a foursome,
company logo on signage, special $250 - Includes special signage at
recognition at all tables during lunch one hole along the course
and special recognition during dinner
$1000 - Includes two golfers, special Donate items, goods or services for
recognition at all tables during lunch the auction and receive recognition
and special recognition during dinner at the event
$500 - Includes special recognition at
all tables during lunch, and special $175 per golfer
recognition during dinner
Questions:
Please call 302-658-3800 or email catholicyouth@cdow.org to request more information or a tax letter for donations.
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22NATIONAL CATHOLIC
YOUTH CONFERENCE 2021
H i gh s cho ol st u de n t s f ro m a c ro s s t h e Un ited S tat es …
Gather (safely) in the upper room as we unpack Acts 2 and call upon the
Holy Spirit to descend and set us Ablaze!
November 18-20, 2021 About NCYC
In a distinctly Catholic setting,
In-Person: Indiana Convention Center the National Catholic Youth
Virtually: Your Diocese, Parish, or Home Conference (NCYC) invites
high-school aged participants
to encounter Christ, experience
Emcees: Church, and be empowered for
discipleship. NCYC is produced
by the National Federation for
Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM),
a member organization comprised
of youth ministry leaders across
the United States, and includes
opportunities for spiritual growth,
prayer, learning, and service.
Sr. Miriam Brian
James Heidland Greenfield
COVID Guidelines
NFCYM is working with officials of
Featured Speakers: the city of Indianapolis and Marion
County, Indiana to develop virus
mitigation and response plans
9 Chika Anyanwu 9 Archbishop García-Siller specifically for NCYC. As of March
9 Noelle Garcia 9 Fr. Leo Patalinghug 1, 2021, the in-person capacity is
limited to approximately 10,000
participants.
Tickets go on sale May 1, 2021.
View pricing and other event details at ncyc.info
Visit
www.cdowcym.org
to
register
through
the
Diocese
of
Wilmington
to
virtually
participate.
Page
23MARK YOUR CALENDAR
September 1 CYO Joseph A. McNesby, Jr.
Golf Outing - Deerfield Golf Club
Proceeds support CYM programs and services
September 10 CYM Primary Contact Meeting
Gather for dinner, fellowship, and resources
September 17 Youth Leadership Team Registration Deadline
Meeting Dates: 9/26, 10’10, 11/14, 2/6, 3/20, 5/1
November 18-20 NCYC - National Catholic Youth Conference
Virtual Participation - Registration on CYM Site
January 21 Virtual Youth Rally and Mass for Life and
March for Life
- Washington, DC
February 13 Key Chain Sunday
Recognize your new drivers at Mass with a keychain
provided by CYM - Request on CYM site by 2/3
April 9 CYM Pilgrimage - Wilmington
Walk to various parishes in Wilmington for Prayer,
Reconciliation, Adoration, and Mass.
May 18 Recognition Dinner
- The Rollins Center at Dover Downs
Recognize the young people and adults in your
parish or school that have made a significant
contribution to ministry this year
June 18 Scout Mass and Award Recognition
- St. Margaret of Scotland
Recognition of Scouts who earned religious emblems
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