10. Quick Start Guide: First 3 Things to Do

Step 1: Explore Our Free Resources

Start by getting to know who we are and what we offer—free and open to everyone:

• Blog: Read practical insights, leadership reflections, and ministry strategies at https://blog.marathonyouthministry.com/blog.

• The Church Podcast: Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube for conversations with Catholic leaders on topics like leadership, mental health, and ministry innovation.

These resources are available to everyone, anytime—no account required.

Step 2: Subscribe to M2GO

To access full training kits, downloadable guides, and the Ministry Coach AI assistant, you’ll need an active M2GO subscription.

M2GO gives you on-demand ministry formation resources for your team—ready to use and grounded in Church teaching.

• Access new Training Kits monthly (video + guide + activity).

• Get practical tools for volunteer formation and leadership development.

• Enjoy exclusive access to Ministry Coach, your personalized AI assistant for planning and implementation.

Start your subscription here: marathonyouthministry.com/ministry2go

Step 3: Meet Ministry Coach

Once subscribed, you’ll see a “Ministry Coach” button in your M2GO dashboard. This AI-powered assistant helps you:

• Find the right resources for your parish or age group.

• Adapt team activities for your unique ministry setting.

• Plan events, trainings, and discussion sessions with ease.

Try asking: “Help me plan a 60-minute volunteer training on welcoming new families.”

You’re Ready to Grow

You can begin today by reading, listening, and exploring free resources—and when you’re ready to take your team to the next level, M2GO and Ministry Coach will be there to support you.

Start your journey today: marathonyouthministry.com/ministry2go