Young Adult Ministry

The "Young Spirits" group fosters a sense of community for Catholics in their 20’s and 30’s. The group meets monthly to discuss topics in the Catholic Church and for activities which encourage fellowship, spiritual growth, and participation in community service.

Contact Danelle Lobdell, 563-9813 or Alessandra Livraghi, 928-8205. 

Young Spirits Monthly Meetings

The Young Spirits will meet during 2008-2009 on these dates, in the Youth House from 7:00 to 9:00 pm:

• July 21
• August 18
• September 15
• October 20
• November 17
• December 15
• January 19
• February 16h
• March 16
• April 20
• May 18

The Diocese of Raleigh has an Office of Young Adult Ministry, which list events, programs and resources for Young Adult Ministry. You can also sign up here for "Bridges E-zine" the monthly newsletter about Young Adult events and concerns.

The Young Spirits participate in Spirits and Wisdom, which is meets on the second Tuesday of each month over dinner to discuss topics of interest to Young Catholic Adults. More information on the topic and location this month.

The Young Adults of Raleigh Diocese organize an annual Mission Trip.

What does the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops say about Young Adult Ministry? Read their document, "Sons and Daughters of the Light"

What is Best Practice in Young Adult Ministry? Find out in this article from Lifelong Faith newsletter.

Young Adults Events

Thirteenth Annual Catholic Adult Singles’ Beach Retreat - “The Ebb and Flow of Life”

August 8-10, 2008, Trinity Retreat Center, Salter Path, N.C. Please join facilitator Sr. Anne Heath along with single/single again Catholics from throughout the diocese for a weekend of sun, prayer, renewal and relaxation. The age range is 35 plus. Please contact the diocesan registrar, at (919) 821-9744 or log onto www.singlesingleagain.com for a registration form.