Youth Ministry Ages 13-17

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The Archdiocese of San Francisco supports youth ministry programs that foster the catechesis, moral, and spiritual formation of young people ages 13-17.
Our Goals

Guided by the USCCB’s document, “Renewing the Vision” (1997), our ministry has three goals:

To empower young people to live as disciples of Jesus Christ in our world today

To draw young people into responsible participation in the life, mission and work of the faith community

To foster the personal and spiritual growth of each young person

To accomplish these goals, we offer training, workshops, resources, retreats, and collaboration opportunities for Youth Ministry Leaders within the Archdiocese, as well as training, retreats, and catechetical events for youth themselves.
“Genuine love … is demanding. But its beauty lies precisely in the demands it makes. Only those able to make demands on themselves in the name of love can then demand love from others.”
- St. John Paul II
Upcoming Events

Quarterly Youth Ministers Meetings

San Mateo County: January 17, 2019, 7-8:30pm
St. Mark Church, 325 Marine View Ave, Belmont, CA 94002
RSVP here: https://smcym.eventbrite.com

San Francisco County: January 22, 2019, 7-8:30pm
St. Gabriel Church, 2559 40th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116
RSVP here: https://sfcym.eventbrite.com

Marin County: February 27, 2019, 10:30am-12pm
Our Lady of Loretto Church, 1806 Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947
RSVP here: https://mcymm.eventbrite.com

These are quarterly youth ministers meetings throughout the Archdiocese for youth ministers to get together, share successes and challenges, share ideas, discuss ways to collaborate, have fellowship, network, etc.

Discernment Weekend at St. Patrick Seminary

January 18-20, 2019
St. Patrick Seminary, 320 Middlefield Road, Menlo Park CA 94025
Come join other young men to learn about life as a seminarian, the priesthood, and the discernment process. Is God calling you? Please call 415-614-5683 for more information.

World Youth Day 2019

January 21-28, 2019 in Panama City, Panama
For young people ages 15-30. Experience World Youth Day and Mass with Pope Francis. Contact Missionaries of Charity at St. Bruno Parish for more information about their pilgrimage at divinemercymc@gmail.com. To plan your own group, start here:
https://panama2019.pa/en/home/

Pre-WFL youth rally

January 25, 2019, 7-9pm
Our Lady of Loretto Church, 1806 Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947
Join youth from throughout the Bay Area to hear the Sisters of Life and Paul J. Kim. Get pumped up and ready for the Walk for Life the next day! Free to attend. Sponsored by the Archdiocese of San Francisco.
RSVP for your group or campus ministry: annie@ollnovato.org

15th Annual Walk for Life West Coast

January 26, 2019, 12:30 pm
Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco
Come join tens of thousands in affirming human life. The Vatican has granted a plenary indulgence and a papal blessing for those who participate in the Walk for Life West Coast, including those who are sick and infirm and praying along with the participants in the Jan. 26 rally and walk along Market Street.
All those present at the Walk for Life rally will receive a papal blessing, conveyed by Archbishop Cordileone, and with that a plenary indulgence, according to a letter from Vatican.
Go here for more information.

Catholic scouting awards ceremony

February 3, 2019, time TBA
St. Stephen Catholic Church, 451 Eucalyptus Dr, San Francisco, CA 94132
For more information on how to earn Catholic Scouting awards, check out the NCCS BSA site www.nccs-bsa.org/ or the NFCYM site www.nfcym.org/patches/ for Girl Scout awards. You can order workbooks, leader guides, and awards using these order forms for Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts.

Financial assistance is available for scouts who could not otherwise afford uniforms and scouting supplies. Applicants must be members of parish-based or Catholic school-based units or troops. Please submit this form along with receipts to request assistance.

holy week mission

April 14-20, 2019
In the streets of San Francisco
Encounter Christ and His people in the most important days of the year by living them in service, unity, and prayer. Share the Joy of the Gospel! Sponsored by the Archdiocese of San Francisco.
Check out http://mission.love for more info!

Just 5 days - a catholic hands on youth mission

July 8-12, 2019
Oakland, CA
Encourage middle schoolers to grow in discipleship with Jesus by connecting their volunteer service work with the teachings and prayers of the Catholic faith. $310/participant includes lodging, meals, program leaders, activities, organized service sites, daily prayer services, and T-shirt.
Contact Nancy at nancy@cmdnet.org or 253-853-5422 for more info.
https://www.cmdnet.org/j5d

Young neighbors in action

July 7-12, 2019
St. Theresa Parish, Oakland, CA
Encourage high schoolers to grow in discipleship with Jesus by connecting their volunteer service work with the teachings and prayers of the Catholic faith. $395/participant includes lodging, meals, program leaders, activities, organized service sites, daily prayer services, and T-shirt.
Contact Nancy at nancy@cmdnet.org or 253-853-5422 for more info.
https://www.cmdnet.org/young-neighbors-in-action

Steubenville NorCal

July 26-28, 2019
San Ramon Marriott, 2600 Bishop Drive, San Ramon, CA 94583
“See what love the Father has bestowed on us, that we may be called children of God.” -1 John 3:1
At the core of our being is a desire for meaningful connection and authentic relationship. We long to love and be loved, but how often do we just feel lonely? As we search for ways to escape these feelings of isolation, there comes a small, quiet whisper that pierces through to the depths of our heart: “You are never alone, because you are Mine.” This summer, over 50,000 Catholic teens across North America will attend one of 24 Steubenville Youth Conferences to encounter the God who calls us His sons and daughters. Come and experience His overwhelming love for you. You belong here.
A limited number of scholarships will be available through Lifeteen. The Office of Youth & Young Adult Ministries will also offer scholarships.
Early bird pricing before June 1: $190/person
Special hotel pricing: $144/night before July 8. Limited availability, so book now. Number of people per room is at youth minister's discretion.
www.steubenvillenorcal.com

Connect with us on Instagram: @ASFyouthministry
If you are interested in working as a Youth Minister in the Archdiocese of San Francisco, please send your resume, availability, and location preferences to georgea@sfarch.org. We may refer parishes to you when they have openings.

Contact

Amanda George
One Peter Yorke Way
San Francisco, CA 94109
Email: georgea@sfarch.org
Direct: (415) 614-5595
https://youtu.be/GA8gJWdAWtA

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Youth Ministry Ages 13-17

The Archdiocese of San Francisco supports youth ministry programs that foster the catechesis, moral, and spiritual formation of young people ages 13-17.

Our Goals

“Genuine love … is demanding. But its beauty lies precisely in the demands it makes. Only those able to make demands on themselves in the name of love can then demand love from others.”

Upcoming Events

Quarterly Youth Ministers Meetings

Discernment Weekend at St. Patrick Seminary

World Youth Day 2019

Pre-WFL youth rally

15th Annual Walk for Life West Coast

Catholic scouting awards ceremony

holy week mission

Just 5 days - a catholic hands on youth mission

Young neighbors in action

Steubenville NorCal

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