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With the internet and social media access, the Russian invasion of Ukraine is definitely something our young people are watching unfold and take place right before their eyes. At a click of their cell phone, they can see the stories, videos, and images as they are all taking place. Many of our young people might have questions. We share with you these curated resources to help unpack this ongoing tragedy.
Catholic Relief Services and the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry have shared several resources
A guide to help formation leaders discuss this difficult topic with young people.
Conflict and Youth & CRS Response Ukraine
A list of resources, statements, facts, and how you can help.
Resource List- Ukraine and Ministry Tools
A step-by-step guide as to how you can use your ministry with young people to activate a network of change.
Youth Ministry Toolkit
A guide to keeping young people safe, including a list of best practices.
Youth Safeguarding – CRS Guidance for Working with Minors
How Catholic Relief Services and Caritas are providing support to Ukraine refugees in Moldova.
Ukraine Emergency Response in Moldova
CRS’ Megan Gilbert interviews Caroline Brennan who is on the ground in Moldova as CRS works with our partner Caritas to help refugees seeking safety from the war.
CRS Facebook Live Recording
CRS Facebook Live Recording on YouTube
Catholic Relief Services works with organizations around the world to help poor and vulnerable people overcome emergencies, earn a living through agriculture and access affordable health care.
Main CRS Page
Main CRS Page En Español
St. Mary’s Press has shared several resources that you might find useful.
A prayer service you can edit and use in your parish or school.
Praying with and for the Suffering Body of Christ
Students enjoy participating in guided imagery. Work together to create your own.
Writing a script for a guided meditation
Making Scripture part of our lives is the task of every Christian. Here are some simple step to help the Word become enfleshed in you.
How to pray with Scripture: Lectio Divina
A list of Scripture references that speak of justice and human dignity.
The Scriptures and Concern for Justice
This eLearning sampler course introduces students’ hearts and minds to the Catholic social teaching theme of solidarity.
Solidarity eLearning
Thanks to CRS, NFCYM, St. Mary's Press, the Archdiocese of Newark Communications Office and more for help in gathering this information