*NEW YOUNG ADULT SERIES* – “Emmaus”
Emmaus is a series of events put on by collaborating parishes in Stark County for Young Adults, ages 18-39, from various backgrounds/parishes. The mission of Emmaus is inspired by Luke 24; it is for young adults in Stark County within the Diocese of Youngstown to journey together and grow in authentic faith and fellowship, to empower them to go forth and live the Gospel.
ARISE 2025 Sponsorship Packages Available
Sponsorship packages available for the Diocese of Youngstown’s third annual Young Adult Festival, titled ARISE, happening on July 26, 2025! This year’s theme is “FULLY KNOWN,” taken from 1 Corinthians 13:12. Questions? Please contact Maddie Francisco at mfrancisco@youngstowndiocese.org.
ARISE: Young Adult Summer Festival on July 26-27, 2024
ARISE is an opportunity for young adults (ages 18-39) across the diocese to pray, laugh and experience God’s love for us, together. Questions/Suggestions? Please contact Maddie Francisco at mfrancisco@youngstowndiocese.org.
ENCOUNTER 2025 Recap
ENCOUNTER LOVE 2025 On March 8, 2025, over 155 youth, 40 adults, 30 volunteers from parishes and university, numerous priests, deacons, and seminarians came together for an unforgettable experience of Jesus’ great love for us – ENCOUNTER Love 2025 – the Diocesan Youth Convention, led by the Office of Youth and Young Adult Accompaniment. […]
ARISE 2025 – Register Today!
ARISE is an opportunity for young adults (ages 18-39) across the diocese to experience authentic community, delve deeper into their faith, and become empowered to go into the world to spread the Gospel message. Questions? Contact Maddie Francisco at mfrancisco@youngstowndiocese.org.
Youth and Young Adult Ministry Newsletters
The OYAYAA eNewsletter is sent out every two weeks to youth ministry leaders, young adult ministry leaders, campus ministers, and other priests, deacons, and young adults who want to be “in the know” with all things youth, young adult, and campus ministry!
Save-the-Dates: Youth & Young Adult Ministry Events in 2025
NCYC – November 20-23, 2025
Theology on Tap
Theology on Tap is an invitation to young adults (18-39) to delve deeper in their faith and in community with other members of the Church.
Deadline for Group Registration to ENCOUNTER 2025
Group registration now open for ENCOUNTER 2025 – the diocesan youth convention! Please also note that we are capping the event at 150 this year! Don’t wait to buy your tickets!
Christmas in the Cabin & Christmas at the Orchard
Young adults, bring your favorite dish to share for dinner, as well as a gift ($10 or less) to participate in the White Elephant gift exchange! The Christmas celebration will take place in two different locations this year.
