Tag: Young Adults

Diocese hosts first of its kind mental health listening session for young adults

In the Diocese of Phoenix, mental health is a primary focus. Since his installation as the fifth Bishop of Phoenix in August 2022, Bishop John Dolan has emphasized the importance of mental wellness and fostering a community where individuals can freely share their experiences and find support. This historic effort, which has served as a model for other dioceses around the U.S. and the world, began with the establishment of the Office of Mental Health Ministry in December 2022, which is built on three pillars: accompaniment, education and advocacy. 

Hope for the Future: Holy Trinity Newman Center transforming the lives of countless college students

“I just want you to know we are here, and you are always welcome.” These were the words of Fr. Matt Lowry, parochial administrator and 16-year pastor of Northern Arizona University’s Holy Trinity Newman Center in Flagstaff, Ariz. He was speaking to a freshman who was walking by the Catholic Newman Center table at a college fair for new students. Fr. Lowry didn’t say these words because the young woman seemed interested in the ministry and couldn’t wait to get involved – quite the opposite. 

Worship nights unite adults in community

The bass guitar vibrations shake the walls. Rows of chairs along a center aisle are filled at a valley parish every first Friday. Some people are sitting, some kneeling, and some standing. Others are found sitting crisscrossed before the altar gazing at the Beloved in the monstrance. While others take a posture of surrender and lie prostate in front of Jesus. Some cry, overwhelmed with joy and consolation. Others sit in serene peace, others stand with their hands raised up in front of them showing praise to the King. Some line up against a wall waiting for the sacrament of Confession. The Lord is filling them, filling their need. 

St. Bernadette launches young adult group with candlelight Mass

Young Catholics gathered at St. Bernadette on Friday, Nov. 17, to launch the parish young adult program. The night began with a candlelight Mass and concluded with refreshments in the parish hall. Fr. Don Kline, pastor and Ashley Kaschl, young adult coordinator, shared the vision for St. Bernadette’s young adult ministry. The plan is to […]