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Accompany Podcast is a ministry resource produced by the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM) that shines a light on the people, parishes, and organizations living out the Church’s call to accompaniment. Hosted by Bro Rhy (Rhyan Ramirez), each episode invites listeners into honest, hope-filled conversations about what it means to walk with others in faith. From parish teams re-imagining youth and family ministry to national partners developing new models of formation and outreach. Through stories, strategies, and spiritual insight, The Accompany Podcast helps leaders cultivate cultures of encounter, empathy, and mission. Whether you’re a parish staff member, youth minister, volunteer, or pastoral leader, you’ll find inspiration and practical tools to help your community grow as an accompaniment-centered parish. One step, one story, and one relationship at a time.
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In this insightful interview episode, Mark Moitoza shares his extensive experience in military chaplaincy and youth ministry, emphasizing the importance of accompaniment, hospitality, and presence in ministry. Discover practical strategies for supporting military families and young people through transitions and learn how faith can be a stabilizing force amidst chaos.Guest: Mark Moitoza — Archdiocese of Military Services
Join us as we explore the transformative journey of St. Stephen Parish in Bridgeport, Connecticut, through the eyes of Faith Formation Director Todd Kellogg. Discover how their innovative approach to youth ministry, rooted in lifelong culture and continuous assessment, is creating a vibrant, faith-filled community that spans generations.Guest: Todd Kellogg — St. Stephen Parish
In this episode, Bro Rhy interviews Marisally Santiago from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia about the Youth Co-Leadership Protagonism Initiative (YCOPI). They explore the program's origins, structure, challenges, and impact on youth ministry, emphasizing intentionality, clarity, and faithfulness in youth accompaniment.Guest: Marisally Santiago — Archdiocese of Philadelphia
In this special episode, the hosts of the NFCYM Podcast Network’s three charter podcasts, Accompany Podcast, The Church Podcast, and The YDisciple Podcast, come together to share the heart behind this collaboration and why it matters.Featuring:Rhyan Ramirez — Accompany PodcastChris Wesley — The Church PodcastAnnie Grandell and Pete Burds — The YDisciple Podcast
In this episode of the Accompany Podcast, Kevin joins Bro Rhy to have a conversation on hope, leadership, and what’s next for the field of youth and family ministry. Together they explore how accompaniment changes not just ministries, but ministers, one encounter at a time.Guest: Kevin Molm — Diocese of Helena
In this episode of the Accompany podcast, host Ryan Ramirez engages with Deacon Mike Fitzpatrick and Erica Marquette from St. Elizabeth's in Maryland. They share their personal journeys into youth ministry, the importance of accompaniment in their parish, and the challenges they faced in implementing this approach. The conversation highlights the significance of building a culture of accompaniment, engaging families in faith formation, and the encouragement needed for parishes starting this journey. The episode concludes with insights on future initiatives and the ongoing commitment to accompany others in their faith journeys.Guests: Deacon Mike Fitzpatrick and Erica Marquette (St. Elizabeth Parish)
In this episode of the Accompany Podcast, host Rhyan "Bro Rhy" Ramirez speaks with Rachel Flanagan, a youth minister from Our Lady of Peace Parish. Rachel shares her journey from theater to youth ministry, the importance of accompaniment in faith, and the structure of her youth ministry program. They discuss the challenges faced in youth ministry, the significance of mentorship, and the need for adult leaders. Rachel emphasizes the importance of being present in the lives of young people and offers practical tips for youth ministers to enhance their ministry efforts.Guest: Rachel Flanagan (Our Lady of Peace Parish)
St. Mary Parish shows what accompaniment looks like when ministry becomes a team effort. Hear how four leaders from different roles came together to build bridges across generations, languages, and programs, proving that true renewal happens when every member of the Body of Christ walks in unity.Guests: Tammi, Brian, JP & Linnea (St. Mary Parish)
Fr. Manu offers a pastor’s perspective on building an accompaniment-centered parish, a a parish that forms disciples rather than just fills pews. Through humility, empowerment, and shared leadership, he reveals how pastors can create the conditions where Christ truly leads and the parish walks together.Guest: Fr. Emanuel “Manu” Franco Gomez, O.Carm, Director of Youth Ministry for the Diocese of Tucson
What happens when parishes restructure and in some sense fall apart? This episode focuses on how to slow down and truly listen? Antony from Good Shepherd shares how his community transformed ministry meetings into moments of discernment. This episode reminds us that accompaniment begins not with programming, but with presence, patience, and prayer.Guest: Antony Ta (Good Shepherd Parish)
Dan joins Bro Rhy for a passionate conversation about awakening missionary discipleship in today’s Church. Together they unpack how authentic accompaniment requires both encounter and empowerment calling leaders to move from maintenance to mission with renewed zeal for the Gospel.Guest: Dan DeMatte - Damascus
When accompaniment becomes the culture, everything changes. Claire and Nicole share how St. Clement of Rome Parish is rediscovering the power of being present with families, teens, and one another. From listening first to building trust across ministries, this episode explores what it looks like when “parish” becomes “home.”Guests: Claire & Nicole — St. Clement of Rome Parish
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