Catholic Young Adult E-Newsletter
For Young Adults 18 to 35 years old
in the Archdiocese of New York
Office of Youth Ministry & Young Adult Ministry & the University Apostolate
Mon. March 31 to Sun. April 6
"Whatever you do, think not of yourself, but of God." - St. Vincent Ferrer
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Moments from the 3-day Encounter Ministries Regional Conference at St. Nicholas of Tolentine Parish in the Bronx, NY | Photos by @earthlynx
Game Night with Amici Dei "Friends of God" on Staten Island. Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday at 6:30pm | @amicidei_ya.sjsmi
This Week's Parish Young Adult Events
The Bronx
Magnificat Young Women's Bible Study: Walking in Purpose
Tuesday, April 1 | 7pm - 8:30pm
St. Frances de Chantal Church,
190 Hollywood Ave, Bronx, NY
Join Magnificat Women's Walking with Purpose Bible Study during lent on Tuesdays from 7pm to 8:30pm in St. Frances de Chantal Parish's Meeting Room in The Bronx. Use the meeting room door off the Church parking lot. For questions, call (718) 792-5500 ext. 200
Manhattan
A Night Commemorating St. John Paul II
Wednesday, April 2, 7pm
St. Patrick's Old Cathedral, 261 Mott St, NY
The commemoration event for the relics of Saint Pope John Paul II is free. Please RSVP to help plan refreshments.
7pm | Holy Mass: Celebrated by Archbishop Gabriele Caccia
7:45pm | Aperitif Social
8:15pm | Roundtable
9:10 PM | Eucharistic Adoration & Veneration of St. John Paul II’ Relics
Healing prayers by Fr. Lawrence Joseph Schroedel, CFR.
Sacrament of Confession available throughout Adoration.
9:37 PM | Special Prayer, Benediction & Conclusion: A solemn moment of prayer marking the exact time of St. John Paul II’s entrance into eternal life.
Manhattan
April Young Adult Mass
Wednesday, April 2 at 7:30pm
St. Patrick's Cathedral, 5th Ave between 50th/51st Street, Manhattan, NY
Join us for our monthly Young Adult Mass on Wednesday, April 2 at St. Patrick's Cathedral in Manhattan! There will be no Eucharistic Adoration this month because of the Stations of the Cross before our Young Adult Mass. Holy Mass begins at 7:30pm. There will be no social gathering this month.
Hosted by the Office of Youth Ministry & Young Adult Ministry & the University Apostolate of the Archdiocese of New York
Hosted by the Office of Youth Ministry & Young Adult Ministry & the University Apostolate of the Archdiocese of New York
Orange County
Militia Immaculatae Young Adult Group
Thursday, April 3, 7pm - 9pm
Sacred Heart Church, 301 Ann Street, Newburgh, NY
A group of young adults growing roots in the faith together through the study of scripture and Christ-centered discussions about topics that relate to living as young adults practicing the faith. Meetings are bi-weekly. All young adults are welcome to attend; single, married, dating, discerning a call to the priesthood or religious life, etc.
For more information contact Joseph Saffioti by phone (845) 430-0090 or e-mail.
Manhattan
Effeta Young Adult Retreat
April 4-6 | Beginning: Friday, April 4, 6pm and end time Sunday, April 6, 3:30pm
Church of Saint Elizabeth, 268 Wadsworth Avenue, New York, NY
A retreat led by Young Adults for Young Adults in English. Begins Friday, April 4 at 6:30pm and ends Sunday April 6 at 3:30pm. For more information please contact: Krismely Garcia (646) 919-3817
Kathy Acevedo (929) 452-9675
Luis Alonso (646) 837-1669
Kathy Acevedo (929) 452-9675
Luis Alonso (646) 837-1669
Manhattan
Goretti NY: God's will in my life
Friday, April 4, 7pm - 8:30pm
St. Agnes Church, 143 E 43rd Street, New York, NY
St. Agnes Church, 143 E 43rd Street, New York, NY
Barbara is a member of the Shalom Catholic community & has been a missionary in NYC since 2022. She will be sharing how God speaks to us and how good it is to follow Him. Mass will begin at 5:10pm followed by Holy Hour. The talk will begin at 7pm.
For more information e-mail ny@thegorettigroup.org.
The Bronx
Daughters of Peace - Holy Cross Church Young Adult Women's Group
Friday, April 4, 7pm
Holy Cross Church - Lower Church, 600 Soundview Avenue, Bronx, NY
The evening will begin with a social and light dinner at 7pm. Followed by a talk with Daughters of Peace special guest Father John Higgins, "True Love Waits". The night will conclude with a beautiful Holy Hour.
Instagram | For more information call/text Lisa Ferreira (917) 423-4333 or e-mail daughtersofpeaceny@gmail.com
Manhattan
St. Patrick's Cathedral Young Adult Mass & Social
Sunday, April 6 and 20 | Every 1st & 3rd Sundays of the month, 5:30pm
St. Patrick's Cathedral, 5th Avenue between 50th and 51st Streets
Join the young adult group at St. Patrick's Cathedral! All young adults are welcome. Attend the 5:30 p.m. Mass, followed by a social. This event will happen every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. Follow the group on Instagram here.
Sunday, April 6 and 20 | Every 1st & 3rd Sundays of the month, 5:30pm
St. Patrick's Cathedral, 5th Avenue between 50th and 51st Streets
Join the young adult group at St. Patrick's Cathedral! All young adults are welcome. Attend the 5:30 p.m. Mass, followed by a social. This event will happen every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. Follow the group on Instagram here.
Westchester
Where Science Meets Belief: Navigating the Intersection of Faith and Healthcare
Sunday, April 6 | 6:15pm - 8:30pm
Holy Innocents Church, 431 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, NY
Beginning at 6:15pm (dinner) followed by 6:45pm (talk) with guest speaker Dr. Timothy Flanigan, Professor of Medicine, Brown University.
Ecumenical Young Adult Events
Manhattan
Prayer Gathering
Wednesday, April 2, 7:30pm - 9pm
Cathedral of Saint John the Divine, 1047 Amsterdam Avenue, New York
An hour of informal worship, informed by the charismatic tradition. Social to follow. Hosted by the Community at the Crossing and the Chemin Neuf Community. For more information e-mail catc@stjohndivine.org or visit their website here.
More Young Adult Events
Online
Pat Stringer, OP's Zoom Meeting
Thursday, April 3 | 7pm
Praying The Stations of the Cross, also known as the Way of the Cross or Via Crucis. A series of 14 images or carvings depicting key events in Jesus's passion.
Meeting ID | 864 7043 4618
Passcode | 381628
Passcode | 381628
Manhattan
Angel in the Ashes -or- Goodness Triumphant!
Thursday, April 3 - Sunday, April 13 | Thurs., Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm
La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club, 74 East 4th Street, New York, NY
The Opening week of "Angel in the Ashes" will have its first performance March 27th. Goodness triumps over greed in this melodrama based on Rossini's opera La Cenerentola. An innocent maid, a compassionate prince, an angel from the throne of God.... and kazoos! Magis Theatre focuses on developing creative practice, providing opportunities for performance, and empowering underserved populations, recognizing the spiritual power of art to heal and transform lives. To buy tickets, click here.
Manhattan
Spring Knights - Benefiting the Order of Malta NYC Area’s hands-on volunteer work
Friday, April 4, 7:30pm - 12:30am
Spring Place, 6 St Johns Lane, New York City
The Order of Malta's St. John Committee is hosting Spring Knights, a black-tie fundraiser benefiting the Order’s hands-on volunteer work in New York City. From providing food and clothing to the homeless to running flu vaccination clinics and supporting the elderly and disabled, the Order of Malta is providing hands-on help on the ground. Since 2015, the Committee has hosted the White Cross Ball of New York City. Tickets available here.
Pro-Life Events
Westchester
Good Counsel Symposium
Saturday, April 5, 8:30am - 4pm
St. Joseph's Seminary and College, 201 Seminary Ave., Yonkers, NY
Good counsel presents its first ever symposium to discuss new directions in the Pro-Life movement.
General Admission is $30
Student Admission is $10 suggested donation
To register please click here.
Manhattan
Witness for Life
Saturday, April 5 | Every 1st Saturday of the month | 8am Mass
The Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral, 263 Mulberry St. New York, NY
Holy Sacrifice of the Mass (8 am); followed by the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament; there is a choice to either remain in the Church for adoration or attend the rosary procession to the local abortion clinic (2 blocks away - Planned Parenthood). For more details click here.
Volunteer Opportunity
Manhattan
Circus Party at Mother Cabrini Specialty Hospital for Children!
Saturday, April 5, 10:00am-1:00pm
TCC Mother Cabrini Specialty Hospital, 1249 5th Ave. (btw 105th & 106th St) New York, NY
Special event for the residents of the Mother Cabrini Specialty Hospital for Children (aka Sing-A-Long friends at TCC)!
Circus Details:
9:30am - 10:30am | Continental Breakfast and Brief Orientation (please arrive no later than 10am)
10:30am - 11am | Transport of Residents to the Circus Big Top (Auditorium)
11am - 12:30pm | CIRCUS FUN!
12:30pm - 1pm | Transport of Residents Back to Their Rooms
Meet in the Pastoral Care Center located on the 1st floor, to the right of elevators at the back end of the entrance hallway. Please RSVP by clicking here and feel free to reach out to Steve at stevebujno1@gmail.com with any questions!
Festive Circus Attire encouraged
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Young Adult Pilgrimage Opportunities
Frassati Pilgrimage to Italy
July 27 to August 4, 2025 | Florence, Assisi, Rome
Frassati Fellowship of NYC will be traveling to Italy this summer to celebrate the canonization of their patron, Pier Giorgio Frassati! They will be visiting Florence, Assisi, and Rome. $1750 per person excluding flights. For more information and to register for the waitlist, click HERE.
Frassati Fellowship of NYC will be traveling to Italy this summer to celebrate the canonization of their patron, Pier Giorgio Frassati! They will be visiting Florence, Assisi, and Rome. $1750 per person excluding flights. For more information and to register for the waitlist, click HERE.
Jesuit Jubilee Pilgrimage
For Young Adult Men Ages 18-22 open to discerning religious life
July 22 to August 4, 2025 | Italy
For more info, click here
Diocese of Brooklyn Events
Queens
Young Adult Evening with Sung Divine Mercy Chaplet & Mass, Theology Talk Wine and Cheese Social with Fr John O’Neill
Saturday, April 5, 4:40pm - 7:30pm
Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Church, 31-30 61st St, Woodside, NY
An opportunity for young adults to come together. The schedule: Sung Divine Mercy Chaplet 4:40 p.m., Mass with contemporary music 5 p.m., Theology Talk with Fr John O’Neill 6 p.m.
Music in the liturgy performed by Astoria Praise and Worship.
Coord. Cynthia Macias, (646) 361-6681
Queens
St. Helen's Catholic Church Presents: Give and Gather Young Adult Ministry
Saturday, April 12, 6pm - 8:30pm
St. Helen's School Cafeteria, 83-09 157th Ave., Howard Beach, NY
An evening of faith, fellowship and reflection in preparation for Holy Week. Coffee and dessert provided.
Young Adult Retreat Opportunities
"Frassati Fellowship" hiking into Wawayanda State Park in Hewitt, NJ.
For more information on Frassati's next hike taking place Saturday, February 22nd click here.
New Jersey
May 9-11 | Beginning: Friday, May 9 and ending Sunday, May 11
Loyola Jesuit Retreat Center, 161 James St, Morristown, NJ
This year Arthouse2B continues the work of inviting artists to allow their hearts and lives to be renewed by coming to his spring — His Heart — and drinking deeply in prayer, community, and shared creativity of the Love of the Beautiful One who Himself calls not only artists, but all of humanity to “come to me!” Retreat speakers will include: Fr. Malachy Napier, CFR, Sr. Tirzah Mariae, S.V., Br. Damiano Pio, CFR, Fr. Samuel Bellafiore, Samantha D'Agostino and Fr. Isaac Spinharney, CFR.
Reserve your ticket
Registration deadline: April 25, 2025
Ticket price includes the cost of lodging and meals throughout the weekend. Stay tuned for further details from the retreat team regarding suggestions for transportation to the retreat center, with options for carpool and/or public transportation. Please email Jenny Kibrick at retreats@arthouse2b.org with any questions.
More Future Catholic Young Adult Events Below
Manhattan
Hakuna Holy Hour
Monday, April 7, 7 - 8pm (Holy Hour) | 8 - 9:30pm (informal reception at the Basilica)
The Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral, 263 Mulberry St., New York, NY
Hakuna along with His Eminence, the Archbishop of New York, spend an evening in Adoration! There is an informal reception afterwards with the opportunity to meet His Eminence and other like-minded Catholics from all around the world. To learn more, visit Hakuna's website here, Hakuna's music on Spotify (Hakuna Group Music), Instagram (@behakuna) and NYC WhatsApp group here.
Staten Island
Amici Dei Young Adult Group
Wednesday, April 9 & 23 | 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month, 6:30pm
Parish of St. Joseph & St. Mary Immaculate, 466 Tompkins Ave. Staten Island, NY
Bi-weekly meetings of Young Adults seeking to live out their faith in the modern world; fellowship, social events and activities. For any questions or more information please click here to email
Manhattan
An Evening of Lenten Reflection for Young Professionals - Hosted by Catholic Charities Junior Board
Thursday, April 10, 6pm - 8pm
Church of Our Savior, 59 Park Avenue (Corner of 38th St), New York, NY
Thursday, April 10, 6pm - 8pm
Church of Our Savior, 59 Park Avenue (Corner of 38th St), New York, NY
The 40-Day Journey of Lent – A Time for Deeper Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving. Participants will reflect and take part in the three traditional practices of Lent: Prayer, Almsgiving, and Fasting. The evening begins with communal and individual prayer in the beautiful setting of The Church of Our Savior, followed by a simple Lenten meal of bread and soup in the church undercroft. It’s a chance to pause amidst the pace of Midtown life and connect meaningfully with other young professionals.
Schedule:
6pm | Gathering
6:15pm | Opening Prayer
6:30pm | Reflection led by Monsignor Sullivan
6:45pm | Quiet Meditation
7pm | Closing Prayer
7:15pm | Bread, Soup & Sharing
8pm | Event Ends
In the spirit of Lenten almsgiving, guests will be invited to make a donation in the amount they might typically spend on dinner to help support vulnerable New Yorkers. RSVP Here
Manhattan
Called to Love Women's Young Adult Group
Thursday, April 10 & 24 | Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month, 6pm - 8pm
Holy Name of Jesus – St. Gregory the Great Church, 207 West 96 St. New York, NY
Called to Love is a program that offers an in-depth exploration of love in action, focusing on Christ’s greatest commandment—love of God and neighbor.
All Catholic young adult women are welcome! Come as you are, and let’s grow together in faith:
6:00-6:45 PM | Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in the Church.
6:45-7:30 PM | Deepening in Faith & Discernment: guided discussions and Scripture reflections.
7:35-8:00 PM | Sharing a meal and conversation.
Hosted by the Focolare Movement. For more information please RSVP here or contact Ana Paula at by email.
Manhattan
Fides Entrepreneurship
Thursday, April 10
St. Jean Baptiste Church, 1067 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY
Wine social, snacks and speaking event with Massimo Lobuglio (also known Delphinoto), Catholic artist and environmentalist who co-founded the Little Cupcake Bakeshop and the founder of Art for Laudato Si, an art project started during COVID-19 which uses public art, exhibitions, and collaborations inspired by Laudato Si, Pope Francis’s encyclical on integral ecology. Massimo will discuss his journey of co-founding the Little Cupcake Bakeshop, how it led him to realize the significance of Pope Francis' Laudato Si' in his faith and work, and how it inspired him to use his cupcake shop as a launch for social impact and art to address the hunger and climate crises. He will also share his future outlook on supporting the church's mission through art- and food-related projects.
Orange County
Sacred Heart - Saint Patrick Young Adult Group
Friday, April 11 & 25 | Every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Parish of Sacred Heart & St. Patrick, 26 Still Road, Monroe, NY
Sacred Heart - Saint Patrick Young Adult Group welcomes Catholic young adults ages 18-35 years old. We provide a space to gather in community, forming friendships founded in Christ, growing in faith, and deepening our relationships with Jesus Christ. We meet the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month, from 6:30-8:30pm in the Parish Outreach Center. Dinner is provided.
Westchester
Blessed is She Brunch
Saturday, April 12, 10am - 12pm
Our Lady of Fatima, 5 Strathmore Road, Scarsdale, NY
Our Lady of Fatima, 5 Strathmore Road, Scarsdale, NY
Blessed is She is hosting their monthly brunch with a special Lenten reflection. This event is open to women ages 18 & up, in any vocation.
The Bronx
Jesuit Father Walter Ciszek: An Inspiring Life in Service A Haciendo Caminos Event
Saturday, April 12, 10am – 2pm
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 627 E. 187th Street, Bronx, NY
The talk is free and open to the public. Registration is required for lunch. Discover Father Ciszek’s remarkable life of service and reflect on your own calling to minister to others. Proceedings will begin with a 10 a.m. Mass celebrated by Father José Félix Ortega and concelebrated by Father Francis McAloon, S.J., acting dean of Fordham's Graduate School of Religion and Religious Education, and Father William Sheahan, S.J., rector of Ciszek Hall. Following the Mass, there will be a light breakfast and a presentation about Father Ciszek by Father Sheahan at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, followed by a question and answer session and discussion in the church’s basement. The event will conclude with a visit to Ciszek Hall at 2506 Belmont Ave., Bronx, NY 10458, where Father Ciszek lived and died. Lunch will be provided at 12:15 p.m.
Manhattan
Young Women's Vocation Discernment Retreat
Monday, April 21 to Thursday, April 24
To-Be-Determined, in NY/CT area
To-Be-Determined, in NY/CT area
The retreat offers an opportunity to learn about religious life in dialogue with our community and other discerners. It provides time and space for prayer and fellowship. Sessions include general information on discernment, as well as specific information about the Franciscan Sisters of the Pure Heart. This retreat is open to single, Catholic women, ages 18-35, who are seeking to learn more about a vocation to religious life. Sign up using the link here. To Learn More Contact: Sister Immaculata, FSPH by e-mail or phone (929) 465-6676
Manhattan
Hakuna Holy Hour
Wednesday, April 23, 7:30 - 8:30pm (Holy Hour) | 8:30 - 10pm (drinks social at “Botanica Bar”)
The Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral, 263 Mulberry St, New York, NY
Hakuna is hosting a night of prayer, adoration to the Blessed Sacrament, great music, followed by an opportunity to meet like-minded Catholics from all around the world. To learn more, visit Hakuna's website here, Hakuna's music on Spotify (Hakuna Group Music), Instagram (@behakuna) and NYC WhatsApp group here.
Manhattan
Hakuna Holy Hour
Wednesday, May 7, 7:30 - 8:30pm (Holy Hour) | 8:30 - 10pm (drinks social at “Botanica Bar”)
The Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral, 263 Mulberry St, New York, NY
Hakuna is hosting a night of prayer, adoration to the Blessed Sacrament, great music, followed by an opportunity to meet like-minded Catholics from all around the world. To learn more, visit Hakuna's website here, Hakuna's music on Spotify (Hakuna Group Music), Instagram (@behakuna) and NYC WhatsApp group here.
Summer Theology Courses
Westchester
Catholic Theology Courses This Summer at St. Joseph's Seminary
May 28 to July 11
St. Joseph's Seminary, 201 Seminary Ave, Yonkers, NY
Courses are:
- Open to qualified lay men and women, clergy, and consecrated religious
- Offered in person or online - Zoom in from any location to join a class
- Reasonably priced - Affordable tuition rates!
- 50% tuition discount for new students, alumni auditors, diocesan and parish employees
- Taught by world-class faculty
To learn more about St. Joseph Seminary's schedule of classes for summer, go to www.dunwoodie.edu/summercourses or email them here.
Young Adult Volunteer Opportunity
Albany
Malta Camp USA
Beginning: Saturday, June 21 and ending Friday, June 27
Siena College, Loudonville, NY
Volunteers are Needed for Malta Camp USA, a unique 5-day experience at Siena College in Loudonville, NY where guests with disabilities are given a week of fellowship, fun, and community, grounded in the belief that every person is wonderfully made and deserving of love and acceptance. The camp runs from June 22nd - 27th, and the program is free of charge to all participants. Volunteers aged 18 + are welcome, with a special need of those aged 18-40 to serve as one-on-one buddies to Guests with disabilities. To learn more or to apply, please visit www.maltacampusa.org