Office of Youth Ministry
“Let no one despise your youth, but set the believers an example
in speech and conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.”
1 Timothy 4:12

Mission
The Office of Youth Ministry assists the bishop and local parishes in bringing the Good News of Jesus Christ to all young people and inspiring them to live as His disciples.

Services for Parishes
• Consultation and support
• Youth minister training and networking
• Youth ministry resource library
• Confirmation resources and training
Events
• Kansas City Youth Conference
(KCYC)
• National Catholic Youth Conference 
(NCYC)
• Totus Tuus
(parish summer catechetical program)
• NET Ministries retreats
• Rock the Light
• World Youth Day
Visit our Website for the latest information and events.
Staff
Jon Schaffhausen, Director
(816) 756-1858, ext. 554
Shayna Deitchman, Administrative Assistant
(816) 756-1858, ext. 553

