The Sacred Heart Youth Crusade is a joyful, global movement that helps young people grow in virtue. It's flexible by design, so young people everywhere can take part in a way that fits their situation.

How Units Work

Youth take part through small groups called Units. There are several ways to form one:

• A private unit can be set up for just one family, with an adult's support. Parents/guardians can start a unit in their own home with at least one child, acting as the leader(s). A parent/guardian can also begin a public unit that other local children can join.

• Educators, ministry leaders, pastors, and others working with youth can start a unit too. Existing youth groups can simply adopt the Youth Crusade into what they already do.

What Units Do

Units receive a newsletter with global updates, activities, and contests. They can host:

• Spiritual formation & Bible study

• Creative contests & skill workshops

• Leadership and virtue development

• Regional activities (sports, outdoor events, etc.)

All official activities must center on bringing children closer to Christ.

Unit Identity

Each unit chooses a Christian or appropriate name, formatted as:
(Name) Youth Unit #(number) — the number is assigned by regional leadership in order of creation.

• Names must be approved by regional leadership.

• Units may choose their own theme, colors, and banner.

• An optional social media page is allowed, and should represent the movement well.

If there are any questions about these units of the Sacred Heart Youth Crusade, or if you are interested in forming one, don’t hesitate to contact us:

contact@sacredheartchristian.com

The links below will be useful for unit leaders.

Official Website: https://www.sacredheartchristian.com/youth-crusade
Global Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sacredheartyouthcrusade

Global Newsletter: https://sacred-heart-youth-crusade.beehiiv.com/subscribe

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