Youth Ministry
The Archdiocese of San Francisco supports youth ministry programs that foster the catechesis, moral, and spiritual formation of young people in Middle School through High School.
Our Goals
Guided by the USCCB’s document, Renewing the Vision (1997), our ministry has three goals:
To empower young people (ages 13-17) 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, community, workshops, resources, retreats, and collaboration opportunities for Youth Ministry Leaders within the Archdiocese, as well as training, retreats, catechetical events, leadership opportunities 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
ADSF YM CALENDAR
Friday
Jul 07
Monthly Holy Hour for Vocations
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Join us as we pray a monthly Eucharistic Holy Hour at the Cathedral, “our mother church,” for an increase and strengthening of vocations to the priesthood in the Archdiocese. All are welcome to attend these Eucharistic Holy Hours in response to Jesus’ invitation to “ask the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest” (Mt 9:38).
Address
Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption
1111 Gough Street
San Francisco
CA 94109
Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption
1111 Gough Street
San Francisco
CA 94109
Saturday
Jul 08
Excell Network Monthly Breakfast, San Francisco
8:00am
Cost: $20 per ticket
SUPPORT THE EXCELL NETWORK REENTRY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
It’s not just the money! The Excell Network Reentry Scholarship Program offers a community of support for those trying to reenter society after incarceration. We offer mentoring and other support. A key component is the Excell Network Monthly Breakfast.
At our Excell Network Monthly Breakfasts you will meet justice involved students currently receiving scholarships, and learn more about our work in restorative justice. Through these breakfast events we connect community members to “go under the hood” of what it means to support those reentering society after incarceration
Address
Archdiocese of San Francisco
1 Peter Yorke Way
San Francisco
CA 94109
Archdiocese of San Francisco
1 Peter Yorke Way
San Francisco
CA 94109
Saturday
Jul 15
Excell Network Monthly Breakfast in St. Mark, Belmont
8:00am
Cost: $20 per ticket
SUPPORT THE EXCELL NETWORK REENTRY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
It’s not just the money! The Excell Network Reentry Scholarship Program offers a community of support for those trying to reenter society after incarceration. We offer mentoring and other support. A key component is the Excell Network Monthly Breakfast.
At our Excell Network Monthly Breakfasts you will meet justice involved students currently receiving scholarships, and learn more about our work in restorative justice. Through these breakfast events we connect community members to “go under the hood” of what it means to support those reentering society after incarceration
Address
St Mark Catholic Church
325 Marine View Ave
Belmont
California 94002
St Mark Catholic Church
325 Marine View Ave
Belmont
California 94002
Catholic Medical Association, San Francisco Guild Summer Meeting
8:30am – 11:30am
Join the Catholic Medical Association San Francisco Guild’s Summer Quarterly Meeting at Star of the Sea Catholic Church.
8:30 am: Mass
9:30 am: Guild Business meeting
10:00 am: “Medicine and the Early Church” Michel Accad, MD
10:45: Discussion, Socializing
11:30: Conclusion
8:30 am: Mass
9:30 am: Guild Business meeting
10:00 am: “Medicine and the Early Church” Michel Accad, MD
10:45: Discussion, Socializing
11:30: Conclusion
Address
Star of the Sea Parish
4420 Geary Blvd.
San Francisco
CA 94118
Star of the Sea Parish
4420 Geary Blvd.
San Francisco
CA 94118
Friday
Jul 21
Come and See Retreat at Corpus Christi Monastery
4:00pm (07/21) – 8:30pm (07/22)
The Dominican Sisters at corpus Christi Monastery invite young women for a Come and See Retreat.
These retreat days are for single, Catholic women, ages 18-38 who are discerning their vocations and wish to experience a bit of the charism of Dominican cloistered life. The event includes praying the Divine Office with the nuns, reflections by speakers, time for prayer before the Blessed Sacrament, opportunities for Q&A with the nuns, and to hear some of the nuns’ vocation stories. All sessions provide information and tools useful for discernment and one-on-one meetings after the retreat will also be available.
The retreat begins on Friday evening at 4:00 p.m. and ends on Saturday after Compline at 8:00 p.m. Overnight accommodation is very limited and is reserved for those travel from afar and who have already contacted the vocation directress and made arrangements.
Cost: There is no cost for a “Come and See” Day, but donations are welcome.
Website: https://www.opnunsmenlo.org/retreat-days
Address
Corpus Christi Monastery
215 Oak Grove Avenue
Menlo Park
CA 94025
Corpus Christi Monastery
215 Oak Grove Avenue
Menlo Park
CA 94025
Saturday
Jul 22
Come and See Retreat at Corpus Christi Monastery
4:00pm (07/21) – 8:30pm (07/22)
The Dominican Sisters at corpus Christi Monastery invite young women for a Come and See Retreat.
These retreat days are for single, Catholic women, ages 18-38 who are discerning their vocations and wish to experience a bit of the charism of Dominican cloistered life. The event includes praying the Divine Office with the nuns, reflections by speakers, time for prayer before the Blessed Sacrament, opportunities for Q&A with the nuns, and to hear some of the nuns’ vocation stories. All sessions provide information and tools useful for discernment and one-on-one meetings after the retreat will also be available.
The retreat begins on Friday evening at 4:00 p.m. and ends on Saturday after Compline at 8:00 p.m. Overnight accommodation is very limited and is reserved for those travel from afar and who have already contacted the vocation directress and made arrangements.
Cost: There is no cost for a “Come and See” Day, but donations are welcome.
Website: https://www.opnunsmenlo.org/retreat-days
Address
Corpus Christi Monastery
215 Oak Grove Avenue
Menlo Park
CA 94025
Corpus Christi Monastery
215 Oak Grove Avenue
Menlo Park
CA 94025
Entrenamiento Bíblico de Justicia Restaurativa y Prácticas para Líderes
8:00am – 3:00pm
Desarrolle nuevas formas de prevenir conflictos y sanar daños
Este taller enseñará a los participantes los conceptos básicos de la justicia y las prácticas restaurativas desde una perspectiva bíblica. Tmabién preparará a los participantes para que se conviertan en líderes, defensores y facilitadores de capacitación de capacitadores para transmitir estos métodos y experiencia a otros, quienes luego pueden convertirse en capacitadores.
¿Quién debe asistir?
- Ministeros pastorales que atienden a los afectados por el crimen, incluidas las personas en las cárceles y en las prisiones
- Parejas y familias que quieren aprender a restaurar sus relaciones
- Líderes que trabajan en la prevención de la violencia, resolución de conflictos y abordaje y sanación de daños en las escuelas y otros entornos comunitarios
- Si está interesado en el “desarrollo personal” y aprender habilidades en justicia y prácticas restaurativas
- El entrenamiento es apropiado para estudiantes de secundaria y superior, así como para adultos
Patrocinado por la Oficina de Justicia Restaurativa de la Diócesis de Stockton.
Facilitado por Julio Escobar, Coordinador del Ministerio de Justicia Restaurativa en la Arquidiócesis de San Francisco.
Descargue el volante.
Entrenamiento Bíblico de Justicia Restaurativa y Prácticas para Líderes
Por favor inscríbase para el entrenamiento aquí.
Address
St. Anthony Church
505 E. North St.
Manteca
CA 95336
St. Anthony Church
505 E. North St.
Manteca
CA 95336
“Faith and Mental Health” Event
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Love & Responsibility Bay Area is organizing a “Faith and Mental Health Night” at Our Lady of Lebanon in Millbrae.
The parish’s monthly healing Mass is at 6 pm, and will be followed by an Love & Responsibility social and speakers.
Br. Chris writes: “Any young adult or those who desire healthy authentic relationships are welcome to attend. Parking is limited so consider carpooling or public transportation.”
The parish’s monthly healing Mass is at 6 pm, and will be followed by an Love & Responsibility social and speakers.
Br. Chris writes: “Any young adult or those who desire healthy authentic relationships are welcome to attend. Parking is limited so consider carpooling or public transportation.”
Address
Our Lady of Lebanon Church
600 El Camino Real
Millbrae
CA
Our Lady of Lebanon Church
600 El Camino Real
Millbrae
CA
Faith & Mental Health
6:00pm
SAVE THE DATE!
Faith & Mental Health
Saturday July 22, 2023
Open 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Our Lady of Lebanon Church
600 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA 94030
Parish (650)-741-6342
[email protected]
Gonzalo Alvarado @ [email protected]
Faith & Mental Health
Saturday July 22, 2023
Open 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Our Lady of Lebanon Church
600 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA 94030
Parish (650)-741-6342
[email protected]
Gonzalo Alvarado @ [email protected]
Address
Our Lady of Lebanon Church
600 El Camino Real
Milbrae
California 94030
Our Lady of Lebanon Church
600 El Camino Real
Milbrae
California 94030
Sunday
Jul 23
Summer Youth Camp @ San Bruno Church
10:30am – 3:30pm
Cost: Free!
Saint Bruno Catholic Church invites all young people from 12 to 17 years old to enjoy a day of Summer Youth Camp
Sunday, July 23, 2023
10:30am – 3:30pm
Saint Bruno Catholic Church
555 San Bruno Ave. West,
San Bruno CA 94066
All participants must complete the online Registration Form and submit the Parental Permission Form by JULY 18 deadline. visit: https://bit.ly/SBYouthCampRegistration
For more information contact:
- Fr. Rolando de la Rosa:
(650) 398-0852
[email protected] - Gonzalo Alvarado:
(415) 614-5595
[email protected] - Andrea Cortez:
(415) 810-1821
[email protected]
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Website: https://bit.ly/SBYouthCampRegistration
Address
Saint Bruno Catholic Church
555 San Bruno Ave. West
San Bruno
California 94066
Saint Bruno Catholic Church
555 San Bruno Ave. West
San Bruno
California 94066
Friday
Jul 28
Retrouvaille Marriage Retreat Weekend
(07/28) – (07/30)
Do you feel alone? Are you frustrated or angry with each other? Do you argue…or have you just stopped talking with each other? Does talking about it only make it worse?
Retrouvaille (pronounced Retro-Vi) helps couples through difficult times in their marriage. This program has helped tens of thousands of couples facing difficulties in their marriage.
For confidential information about Retrouvaille or to register for the summer program starting with in in-person weekend on July 28-30, please call 415-893-1005 or email [email protected] or visit the website at www.mariagehelp.com.
Retrouvaille (pronounced Retro-Vi) helps couples through difficult times in their marriage. This program has helped tens of thousands of couples facing difficulties in their marriage.
For confidential information about Retrouvaille or to register for the summer program starting with in in-person weekend on July 28-30, please call 415-893-1005 or email [email protected] or visit the website at www.mariagehelp.com.
NCRC: Catholic Charismatic Renewal Conference
(07/28) – (07/29)
Join the Northern California California Renewal Coalition for their annual Catholic Charismatic Renewal Conference July 28-29 at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption in San Francisco with talks in English, Spanish, Vietnamese and talks for youth.
Friday: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Please register here: https://ncrcspirit.org/Conference/registration.html
Website: https://ncrcspirit.org/Conference/registration.html
Address
Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption
1111 Gough Street
San Francisco
CA 94109
Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption
1111 Gough Street
San Francisco
CA 94109
Saturday
Jul 29
Retrouvaille Marriage Retreat Weekend
(07/28) – (07/30)
Do you feel alone? Are you frustrated or angry with each other? Do you argue…or have you just stopped talking with each other? Does talking about it only make it worse?
Retrouvaille (pronounced Retro-Vi) helps couples through difficult times in their marriage. This program has helped tens of thousands of couples facing difficulties in their marriage.
For confidential information about Retrouvaille or to register for the summer program starting with in in-person weekend on July 28-30, please call 415-893-1005 or email [email protected] or visit the website at www.mariagehelp.com.
Retrouvaille (pronounced Retro-Vi) helps couples through difficult times in their marriage. This program has helped tens of thousands of couples facing difficulties in their marriage.
For confidential information about Retrouvaille or to register for the summer program starting with in in-person weekend on July 28-30, please call 415-893-1005 or email [email protected] or visit the website at www.mariagehelp.com.
NCRC: Catholic Charismatic Renewal Conference
(07/28) – (07/29)
Join the Northern California California Renewal Coalition for their annual Catholic Charismatic Renewal Conference July 28-29 at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption in San Francisco with talks in English, Spanish, Vietnamese and talks for youth.
Friday: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Please register here: https://ncrcspirit.org/Conference/registration.html
Website: https://ncrcspirit.org/Conference/registration.html
Address
Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption
1111 Gough Street
San Francisco
CA 94109
Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption
1111 Gough Street
San Francisco
CA 94109
Faith Empowerment Retreat: Discovering Your Strengths
8:00am – 4:00pm
Life Together After Prison
Deepen awareness of your faith, build courage and discover your strengths. In addition, you will experience relaxation, direction, perspective and grace. Enjoy the company of people with similar experiences and interests while learning from each other. At the end your spirit will be refreshed with clarity for life challenges ahead.
This retreat is for justice-involved persons and families with a loved one in custody.
Sponsored by the Archdiocese of San Francisco Restorative Justice Ministry.
Please sign up below:
Faith Empowerment Retreat
For people affected by incarceration
Address
Mercy Center
2300 Adeline Dr.
Burlingame
CA 94010
Mercy Center
2300 Adeline Dr.
Burlingame
CA 94010
4th Annual Bay Area BBQ – NFP Teachers, Families and friend social
10:00am
Celebrating the USCCB National NFP Awareness Week
Saturday, July 29, 2023
St Raymond Church
1100 Santa Cruz Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
10 am bilingual Mass with Fr. Larry Goode
Potluck BBQ immediately following
St Raymonds has a lovely covered picnic and BBQ space next to a large grassy play area. Perfect for families.
Archdiocese will provide hamburgers and hotdogs (not vegetarian), condiments, plates, cups, plastic silverware, etc. If you wish to cook anything else, please bring it.
Please bring beverages, side dishes, salad or desserts to share.
If you have perishable items, we can store them in the refrigerator – please bring them between 9:30 and 10am.
Please RSVP Adults and Children’s (How many attending)
More information, please contact: Ed Hopfner (415)614-5547 [email protected]
Please Register Here
Saturday, July 29, 2023
St Raymond Church
1100 Santa Cruz Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
10 am bilingual Mass with Fr. Larry Goode
Potluck BBQ immediately following
St Raymonds has a lovely covered picnic and BBQ space next to a large grassy play area. Perfect for families.
Archdiocese will provide hamburgers and hotdogs (not vegetarian), condiments, plates, cups, plastic silverware, etc. If you wish to cook anything else, please bring it.
Please bring beverages, side dishes, salad or desserts to share.
If you have perishable items, we can store them in the refrigerator – please bring them between 9:30 and 10am.
Please RSVP Adults and Children’s (How many attending)
More information, please contact: Ed Hopfner (415)614-5547 [email protected]
Please Register Here
4th Annual Bay Area NFP – BBQ
4th Annual Bay Area NFP – BBQ
Address
St Raymond Church
1100 Santa Cruz Ave
Menlo Park
California 94025
St Raymond Church
1100 Santa Cruz Ave
Menlo Park
California 94025
Sunday
Jul 30
Retrouvaille Marriage Retreat Weekend
(07/28) – (07/30)
Do you feel alone? Are you frustrated or angry with each other? Do you argue…or have you just stopped talking with each other? Does talking about it only make it worse?
Retrouvaille (pronounced Retro-Vi) helps couples through difficult times in their marriage. This program has helped tens of thousands of couples facing difficulties in their marriage.
For confidential information about Retrouvaille or to register for the summer program starting with in in-person weekend on July 28-30, please call 415-893-1005 or email [email protected] or visit the website at www.mariagehelp.com.
Retrouvaille (pronounced Retro-Vi) helps couples through difficult times in their marriage. This program has helped tens of thousands of couples facing difficulties in their marriage.
For confidential information about Retrouvaille or to register for the summer program starting with in in-person weekend on July 28-30, please call 415-893-1005 or email [email protected] or visit the website at www.mariagehelp.com.
ADSF Youth Leadership Team – S.A.L.T.
Many are called, but few are chosen. – Matt 22:14
The ADSF Youth Service and Leadership Team aka S.A.L.T. will assist in planning, advising in and executing spirtual and social youth events throughout the Archdiocese of San Francisco. Apply for this opportunity and serve your brothers an sisters in this great Archdiocese. All confirmed high school students, Coodinators of Youth Ministry and Young Adult Volunteers may apply. Space is limited and we are in need of leaders from Marin, San Francisco, and San Mateo counties.
Applications for the ADSF 2020-2021
Ethnic Ministries Chess Club
The Chess Club is looking to train individuals to teach chess in the Catholic Schools here in the Archdiocese of San Francisco. As we teach our young people our goal is to establish a year-end Archdiocese of San Francisco chess tournament in 2022. If you are interested to coach or want more information for your school or child, please contact Christopher Major at [email protected]
Contact Us
Gonzalo Alvarado
Youth & Young Adult Ministry Coordinator
415-614-55945
email: [email protected]
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