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Dear Youth Leader,

The Diocesan Youth Leadership Team (DYLT) is a special leadership opportunity that will equip you to become a more bold witness to Christ at your parish, school, and throughout our diocese.

You have been nominated for this role because of the joy, energy, and willingness you have shown in building up the faith in our Church. You are a blessing to your parish/school! Prior to submitting an application, please read all of the required qualifications to make sure that you can fully say “yes” to this responsibility. It is vital that you are able to fulfill your obligations. Please also discuss this commitment with your parents or guardians. If you feel called to serve on this leadership team, please fill out the application below. If you have any questions, please reach out to John Cammarata, Director of Youth Ministry for the Diocese of Paterson, at [email protected]. We will notify you if you have been accepted to serve on the DYLT for 2025-2026. We are accepting applications through September 2025. All accepted members of Diocesan Youth Leadership will be notified before October 1, 2025. Below is the schedule of training and events members of the DYLT will be expected to attend.

Date	Time	Event	Location
October 19, 2025	1:00-4:00 pm	Team Orientation/Training	St. Peter the Apostle- 179 Baldwin Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054
November 2, 2025	10:00 am- 5:00 pm	Diocesan Youth Conference	St. Elizabeth University- 2 Convent Rd, Morristown, NJ 07960
November 16, 2025	1:00-4:00 pm	Team Training	St. Peter the Apostle- 179 Baldwin Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054
December 14, 2025	1:00-4:00 pm	Team Training	St. Peter the Apostle- 179 Baldwin Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054
January 11, 2026	1:00-4:00 pm	Team Training	St. Peter the Apostle- 179 Baldwin Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054
January 24, 2026	10:00 am- 4:00 pm	Regional Retreat- Morris	Resurrection Parish 651 Millbrook Ave, Randolph, NJ 07869
February 21, 2026	10:00 am- 4:00 pm	Regional Retreat- Sussex	Good Shepherd- 48 Tranquility Rd, Andover, NJ 07821
March 21, 2026	10:00 am- 4:00 pm	Regional Retreat- Passaic	Our Lady of Consolation 1799 Hamburg Tpke, Wayne, NJ 07470
May 17, 2026	10:00 - 8:00 pm	NJ Catholic Youth Rally	Six Flags, Jackson NJ

Sincerely,

John Cammarata

Director of Youth Ministry

Diocese of Paterson

DYLT MEMBER QUALIFICATIONS

Please reflect on the following qualifications prior to submitting an application:

Is a practicing Catholic in good standing with his/her parish
Demonstrates leadership ability
Possesses a willingness to serve along with a responsible attitude
Is willing and able to make a firm commitment to the duties of the DYLT
Is of high school age, who will be entering grades 10,11, or 12 for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Has family support and encouragement (i.e. transportation to pick-up and drop-off, and an understanding of the commitment their son/daughter has made to their parish and the diocese).
Is willing to sacrifice some extracurricular activities, when appropriate, for the sake of commitment to the leadership team

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