“Youth is more than simply a period of time; it is a state of mind.”
— Pope Francis, Christus Vivit 34
Youth Ministry
Youth Ministry is an intentional way of engaging young people with the message of the Gospel.
It’s an invitation to be part of something greater, to step into the discipleship journey as part of a community where young people can grow in faith, a sense of identity and make lifelong friends who share the same core beliefs.
Youth ministry is a not just an invitation to young people to hear the Good News of Jesus - it is also a challenge to follow Him. For this reason, the foundation of Youth ministries is rooted in the Gospel message, empowering young people to serve and evangelise in their own way. It is a task and mission which the vast and profound changes of present-day society make all the more urgent.
Parish Youth Group is not just a social group, not an entity in and of itself, it’s more than that! It is a place of fun, evangelisation, transformation, a place where young people can be accepted and be themselves. It’s part of and deeply connected to a bigger picture; the parish; the Church and ultimately, Jesus Christ.
Maurice (Mori) Cahutay - Young Adults Youth Coordinator
“Dear young people, let yourselves be taken over by the light of Christ, and spread that light wherever you are,” proclaimed St. John Paul the Second.
As young adults, we are called to respond to St JPII’s call to greatness and boldly embody Christ in the world. Whether you are a high school or uni graduate, young parent, at the beginning of your career, or just looking to connect with other 18-35 year olds, this group is for you!!
We meet fortnightly on Sunday nights after 5:30pm Mass and visit Archdiocesan events to connect with other young adults in Brissy!
If you are interested in joining us, please connect via email (yc.chermsidewest@bne.catholic.net.au) or chat to us on instagram (@ola.chermsideyouth).
In Christ, Good bless!
Maurice (Mori) Cahutay
Young Adults Youth Coordinator
Abbey Coman - Youth Coordinator (School aged children 13-17)
Glow youth is for high school students aged 12-17 years old and is held every second Friday night! We do a mixture of events like movie nights, outings to go ice-skating, bowling and rock climbing! We start each gathering with dinner, play games and spend time in prayer. Glow youth is a community for high school students to be themselves, make new friends, have fun, and grow in their faith.
If you are interested in joining us or if you are interested in your child joining us, feel free to send me an email at yc.chermsidewest@bne.catholic.net.au
God Bless
Abbey
Abbey Coman - Youth Coordinator