YMI

Youth Ministry Insights is a series all about bringing the Church to today’s youth!

Hosted by: Kari Janisse

Youth Ministry is a forever changing field as the youth of today are ever changing with the times and culture. Those seeking to serve the young church, or those already serving them in this field, know that there is great work to be done! This show is all about the joys, and sometimes the difficult moments, of working in Youth Ministry! Each episode is filled with tips, advice and the real truth of serving and sharing in the building up of the kingdom! When you touch the hearts of the youth you touch their souls. And this show is all about touching hearts.

 

Our Latest Episode

  • YAMI – Planning Schedules for Young Adult Ministries at your Parish

    If you are starting out a young adult ministry, but you aren’t sure what to include on your schedule, this episode is for you! Kari goes through different examples of guest speakers, parish events, service opportunities and social events to include in your schedule. Also the importance of listening to what the young adults would

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  • YAMI – Working on a Public College Campus

    Kari interviews her boss and long-time friend, Fr. John Rossi. They share a casual conversation about the work they do serving the college students through the Newman House at Rowan University in Glassboro, NJ. Fr. Rossi also shares stories of his four years of being the chaplain of Rowan Catholic Campus Ministry. https://www.instagram.com/youthandyaministryinsights https://www.facebook.com/YouthMinistryInsights https://twitter.com/youthminsights

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  • YAMI – How to Start a Young Adult Ministry?

    In this episode, Kari shares all about starting a young adult ministry at your parish. She remarks about the different age groups within young adults and meeting their needs both spiritually and socially. She shares tips and ways to get things started! Follow Kari on her show social media channels for more: https://www.instagram.com/youthandyaministryinsights https://www.facebook.com/youthandyaministryinsights

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Kari  Janisse bio:

Kari graduated from Rowan University in 2004 with a degree in Graphic Design. After a few years of designing, she felt called to change careers and began working as a Youth Minister in the Camden Diocese in 2008. She has been the Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ministries at Our Lady of Peace Parish in Williamstown for over ten years. Throughout the last decade, Kari has spoken to thousands of youth & young adults on many topics of the faith. Kari also runs an entertainment business where she performs as a stilt-walker, balloon artist and face painter. She has been married to her wonderful husband, Phil, for twelve years and she is a proud mom of her two-year-old son, JohnPaul! Her deepest passion is sharing the Catholic faith with others and touching the hearts and lives of the young Church!