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| Your shortlist | Life TeenLife Teen Kickstart A youth ministry program for parishes with fewer than 25 high school teens and small volunteer teams. It provides eight Life Nights per semester, detailed setup instructions, coaching tips, and monthly cohort calls. | AscensionAltaration: The Mystery of the Mass Revealed A dynamic video-based program designed to help teens understand and appreciate the Catholic Mass. It addresses common questions and inspires a deeper participation in the liturgy. |
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| Publisher | Life Teen | Ascension |
| Category | Youth ministry | Youth ministry |
| Ages | High school, parishes <25 teens | Middle School / High School |
| Format | print + digital | Video series with print student workbooks and leader guides |
| Sessions | 8 Life Nights per semester | 5 sessions |
| Price (as published) | $600/yr | $19.95 / student workbook |
| Spanish edition | partial (parent conversation starters in Spanish) | no |
| Leader guide | Built for 3 volunteers and no full-time staff: 'quick setups, detailed instructions, and coaching tips,' monthly live cohort calls, onboarding portal. | The leader guide provides session overviews, discussion questions, and practical tips for engaging teens in conversations about the Mass. |
| Last updated | 2026-10-13 | 2026-10-15 |
| Source | View source | View source |
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