Philly OMY Ministers Field Survey
Thank you for taking the time to share YOUR VOICE!

By completing this field survey, you are helping us get a current snapshot of Ministry with Youth in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and helping us assess the needs of Ministers with Youth today so we can ensure that our opportunities and resources meet your current needs.

Please note: This is an anonymous survey to understand trends and needs. Individual results will NOT be disclosed.
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In what county or counties do you serve?  *
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What is the size of the parish where you serve? (Registered parishioners)

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Your ethnicity  *
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Your Gender *
What is the highest level of formation/education you have received?
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How many consecutive years have you been in Ministry with Youth?
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In what capacity do you currently minister?
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How much are you paid, annually, for your current role in ministry?

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Do you have a core team of adult volunteers to assist you?

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Do you have a collaborative relationship with adult leaders of other parish ministries such as C/DRE, CYO, altar serving, music, etc.? Select all that apply. (Collaborative meaning that you regularly work together with.)

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How would you categorize your Ministry setting?
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Ethnicity of the majority of your participating youth.

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How frequently does your program gather youth?
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What does your program offer on a regular basis? Regular meaning consistently throughout one year.
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Please select any of the following ministries that apply to your current role. (Check all that apply)
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Which of the following scenarios apply to your role in ministry within the past 1-2 years. (Check all that apply)
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Which of the following scenarios best describes your perspective on your current role in ministry. (Check all that apply) Reminder: This is an anonymous survey to understand trends. Individual results will NOT be disclosed.
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*How confident are you in your skills and preparation as a Minister with Youth?

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Extremely confident
What professional formation opportunities by the OMY have you participated in?
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How likely would you be to participate in/utilize each of the following formation opportunities:

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Moderately likely
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Formal Professional Training Course in Person (Examples: instructor led with course resources and opportunity for Q&A/discussion with peers)
Informal Professional Development (Examples: webinars, short videos, event breakout sessions)
Practical Guides / Templates (Examples: recommended ministry calendar, how-to discussion guides, self-assessment forms)
Peer Mentor / Professional Advice (Examples: mentorship, open office hours w/ professional, write-in questions to expert)
On-Demand Resource Library (Examples: repository of webinars, handouts, research)
Gathered Resource Presentation on Zoom (Examples: showcase representatives from organizations, apostolates, curriculum memberships, etc.)
Articles / Publications on Best Practices & Lessons Learned

How often would you participate in in-person formation opportunities:

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At least once a year on a week day (9am to 12pm)
At least once a year on a week night (6pm to 9pm)
At least once a year on a Saturday (9am to 12pm)

How likely would you be to participate in/utilize each of the following spiritual support opportunities:

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Overnight retreats (in-person, one or two nights)
Day retreats (in-person)
Individual Spiritual Direction
OMY website Prayer Intentions Wall

What would encourage you to participate in Ministers with Youth County Community Meetings?

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How likely would you be to participate in Ministers with Youth County Community Meeting opportunities? (On a scale with the phrases: Not At All, Slightly, Moderately, Very, Extremely)


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Monthly in-person if during business hours (9am – 5pm)
Monthly in-person if after business hours (6pm – 8pm)
Bi-Monthly in-person if during business hours (9am – 5pm)
Bi-Monthly in-person if after business hours (6pm – 8pm)
Every quarter (3 months) in-person if during business hours (9am – 5pm)
Every quarter (3 months) in-person if after business hours (6pm – 8pm)
Once a semester (2 times a year) in-person if during business hours (9am – 5pm)
Zoom if during business hours (9am – 5pm)
Zoom if after business hours (6pm – 8pm)

Which of the following direct youth events of the OMY are you most willing to bring your youth to participate?

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Arise! Youth Evenings of Adoration in my county only
Local one-day youth conference for 8th through 12th grade teens
Bi-annual pilgrimage to NCYC in Indianapolis

How concerned are you about the following issues in your ministry today?

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Slightly concerned
Moderately concerned
Very concerned
Extremely concerned
Anxiety over what the future holds
Changing job description/roles
Lack of parent participation/support
Lack of youth participation/support
Ministry during the pandemic
Ministry formation/training
Polarization within the church
Program budget/resources
Racial/cultural issues
Recruiting volunteers/building a ministry team
Salary
Supervision/support
Work/home (self-care) balance
Personal readiness/competency for leadership
Reorganizations/Layoffs
How interested are you in learning more about each of the following topics (via webinars, online conferences, training, Zoom discussions)?
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Not at all interested
Slightly interested
Moderately Interested
Very Interested
Extremely interested
Evangelization & Catechesis
Leadership Development
Ministry Models and Methods
Parents and Families
Pastoral Care
Prayer and Spirituality
Social Justice and Service
Theology and Church Documents and Teachings
Workplace Issues and Professional Development
Youth Development and Culture
Intercultural Competency
Understanding Social Trends and Their Impact on Ministry
How interested are you in acquiring the following skills (via webinars, online conferences, training, Zoom discussions)?
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Moderately interested
Very interested
Extremely interested
Facilitate small group discussion
Work with curriculums and catechetical resources
Budget management
Calendar planning
Prepare meaningful prayer experiences
Intercessory prayer ministry with youth
Organize retreats (day and/or overnight)

Please list any additional ministry-related topic(s) or skillsets you would like to see offered:

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Is there anything else you would like to share with the OMY about its support, opportunities, events, resources, and/or your ability to participate?

If you would like, do you mind sharing your name and email in case we may want to reach out to you for further information? If not, please type NO

Again, this information will be held confidential within the staff of the OMY.

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