The Office of Youth, Young Adults & Young Families exists to accompany children, teens, young adults, couples, and families into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ through discipleship, formation, prayer, community, service, and sacramental life at The Basilica of Saint Mary. Our office supports ministry and formation opportunities beginning in kindergarten and continuing through young family life, helping parishioners encounter Christ, grow in holiness, and become active members of parish life.

The YAYA Office oversees and supports a wide range of ministries and apostolates including youth formation programs, CYO athletics, middle school and high school discipleship groups, retreats and diocesan conferences, young adult ministry, marriage preparation, family life initiatives, volunteer leadership development, and parish-wide formation and community events. Through collaboration with priests, parish staff, volunteers, coaches, mentors, and apostolate leaders, we strive to foster a vibrant culture of discipleship, authentic Catholic community, and lifelong engagement in the life of the Church.

Follow along throughout the year for updates, events, retreats, formation opportunities, and community life across our ministries.