"What is needed today is a Church which knows how to respond to the expectations of young people.  Jesus wants to enter into dialogue with them and, through his body which is the Church, to propose the possibility of a choice which will require a commitment of their lives.  As Jesus with the disciples of Emmaus, so the Church must become today the traveling companion of young people..."  Pope John Paul II, Youth:Sent to Proclaim True Liberation, World Youth Day, 1995, Philippines

Through Youth Ministry we take up the Holy Father's challenge in three essential goals:

• Empowering young people to live as disciples of Jesus Christ in our world today
• Drawing young people to responsible participation in the life, mission, and work of the faith community
• Fostering the personal and spiritual growth of each young person

To accomplish these goals it will require the faith community and resources of the entire Church.  We welcome all adult members of our community who are interested in walking and standing behind our young adults as they choose to follow Christ.  No matter your age ~ the young and the young at heart ~ there is a place for all.  Your gifts and talents will help lead young adults to Christ!