Our Vision
To integrate Catholic Young Adults
into parish life by:
- nourishing them spiritually,
- engaging them socially, and
- building communities of service.
"For here we have no lasting city, but we seek the city that is to come." Hebrews 13:14
Our Mission
To promote Social, Emotional and Spiritual wellbeing for Parishioners 21-35 years old at St. Patrick Parish.
We are dedicated to building a strong community of Young Adults who are
in love with Jesus Christ and are committed to serving him in their
parish and in the world.
Who Is This For?
Parishioners who are 21-35 years old
who are either single, married or parents
at St. Patrick Catholic Church
Objectives
What YAM provides
Location and Interaction:
A consistent place to gather, consistent guidance from YAM coordinators and priest, and intentionally organized time
Spiritual Formation through:
the sacraments, different forms of prayer, adoration, opportunities for praise and worship, dynamic speakers
Social Gathering:
A meal or chance to gather once a week offered separate from Bible study and small groups
Service:
Groups of volunteers whose members are involved in the parish serving as lectors, Eucharistic ministers, CGS teachers, and more
Meet our Young Adult Minister!
A few words about myself. My life was shaped and formed by my Catholic upbringing in Charles City before moving to Cedar Falls. After graduating from high school, I continued my education here at UNI in Cedar Falls. Following college graduation with a BA degree in Communication Studies, I was blessed to have worked with the Waterloo Catholic Faith Formation team for five years as a Religious Director and then Young Adult Minister. In 2024, I married my amazing husband, Marc. He and I have been blessed with a baby boy, John David. I am excited about working with many of you and seeing how the Lord will bless Young Adult Ministry here at St. Pat’s!
