4. Frequently Asked Questions About Marathon Youth Ministry

What is Marathon Youth Ministry?

Marathon Youth Ministry (MYM) is a formation organization that supports Catholic ministry leaders through content (M2GO), coaching, and cohorts. Our work focuses on sustainability, leadership clarity, and long-term ministry health.

Who is Marathon Youth Ministry for?

MYM primarily serves:

Parish ministry leaders
Youth ministers and catechists
Directors of religious education
Diocesan staff and leadership teams
Volunteers with leadership responsibility

Our resources are designed for leaders who are actively serving and want practical, faith-filled support.

Do I need an account to access Marathon Youth Ministry content?

No account is required to access:

The MYM blog
The Church Podcast
The MYM email newsletter

An M2GO membership is required to access:

Training kits and videos
Downloadable resources
Ministry Coach
Coaching and cohort-related benefits (depending on tier)

What is M2GO?

M2GO (Ministry On the Go) is MYM’s digital resource hub. It provides on-demand training kits, videos, downloads, and access to Ministry Coach, an AI-powered assistant that helps leaders plan, adapt, and implement resources.

What is Ministry Coach, and how is it different from support?

Ministry Coach is an AI tool built into M2GO. It helps you:

Name your current challenge
Find the right resources
Adapt content for your context
Plan meetings or trainings

Ministry Coach is best for planning and discernment.
Email support is best for billing, access, or account-related issues.

Is Ministry Coach replacing human coaching or formation?

No. Ministry Coach is a support tool, not a replacement for human accompaniment.

MYM believes formation happens best through:

Reflection
Relationship
Discernment

Ministry Coach supports these processes, but coaching and cohorts remain deeply human experiences.

What are MYM SPRINT Cohorts?

MYM SPRINTS are 6–8 week cohort experiences offered seasonally. They focus on specific ministry topics such as:

Confirmation
Volunteer formation
Relational discipleship (in partnership with TENx10)

Cohorts combine structured learning, shared reflection, and coaching support.

What is MCODE™ Coaching?

MCODE™ Coaching helps leaders understand their core motivations and how those motivations impact decision-making, leadership style, and energy.

Coaching options range from:

Standalone assessments and impact sessions
Short-term leadership coaching
Longer-term formation and strategy support

Some M2GO membership tiers include coaching benefits or discounts.

Is Marathon Youth Ministry only for youth ministry?

No. While MYM has strong roots in youth ministry, our resources are used by leaders across parish life, including adult formation, family ministry, and diocesan leadership.

How much time does this require?

MYM is intentionally designed to fit into real ministry life.

M2GO resources are modular and flexible
Coaching sessions are scheduled intentionally
Cohorts are time-bound and clearly structured

You are not expected to engage everything at once.

What if I’m overwhelmed or not sure where to start?

That’s a normal place to begin.

We recommend starting by:

Opening Ministry Coach and naming what feels hardest right now
Using one small resource with your team
Reaching out to support if you need help discerning next steps

You do not need a fully formed plan to begin.

How do I get help if I have questions?

Email questions@marathonyouthministry.com.
A member of our team will respond within 24 hours on business days.

What makes Marathon Youth Ministry different?

MYM is not focused on growth for growth’s sake.

We are committed to:

Stewardship, not ownership
Sustainability, not urgency
Formation, not consumption

Our goal is to help leaders remain faithful, present, and healthy for the long haul.