REAL Training
Mission Youth is committed to preparing missionaries to be real and authentic, people to have a heart for the people they serve. Therefore, MissionYouth forms participants in an integral formation we call R.E.A.L. Training. This training corresponds to four dimensions of the person: Human, Spiritual, Apostolic, and Intellectual.
| Relate to Others | Encounter Christ | Act on your Faith | Learn the Faith |
Relate to Others (Human Formation): Each mission works to foster human development in two areas, relationally and individually On a relational level, we foster the development of virtues, especially charity and teamwork that creates lasting bonds of friendship. On an individual level, youth are equipped with the appropriate people skills to interact with those they will meet and serve during their specific mission. Starting out on the right foot is so important.
Encounter Christ (Spiritual Formation): Every mission calls youth to grow in their relationship with Christ through challenging talks, personal reflection and prayer, spiritual direction and availability of the sacraments. This formation provides food for the soul and fosters a love of others!
Act on your Faith (Apostolic Formation): Missionaries receive vital apostolic training to go out and be modern day apostles by bringing Christ's hope and helping hands to the world, through personal witness and basic gospel training. These tools are essential for effective missionary work.
Learn the Faith (Intellectual Formation): Formative and convicting training is given to prepare youth to share and defend the faith. Each mission includes an apologetics lesson tailored to the mission theme.