A Ministry of Holy Apostles, St. John's, St. Mark's, Risen Christ, Our Lady of the Rosary, Sacred Heart, Our Lady of Good Counsel and St. Mary's

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This ministry exists to engage adults, between 18 and 40, married and single, to embrace the Catholic Church, the good news of Jesus Christ, and each other through spiritual, social and service events and opportunities. Whether you are committed, returning, seeking, or just tired of the secular world, come join us as we hear, share and live our faith as a community of believers. Our Bishop, Michael Driscoll, has called us to be "All at the Table" and it is my fervent prayer that young adults from all over the Treasure Valley will come to the waters of this ministry and drink from the cup of life: "Jesus Christ".  You do not need to knock because our door is always open! 

Theology on Tap  
An exciting opportunity  for Catholic Adults and their friends to meet together in a local establishment, listen to a speaker, gain new insights, engage in discussion,  relax, eat, drink and have fun!   Whether your an active Catholic, inactive Catholic, sort of interested in being Catholic, or a 'Wow" these Catholics are cool to hang out with" kind of person; come on down to Theology on Tap and get in touch with the Good News of Jesus Christ in a whole new way.

  • Returning in September of 2010

Holy Grounds
A Spiritual Coffee House Series that mixes in some Jesus, Good Joe, with new friends, new faces, and plenty of graces!  Yes – we’re talking about Holy Grounds!   The night includes 1st Drink on us, a speaker and some social time.  So, grab some Coffee or Tea, enjoy an interesting talk to encourage you on your faith journey and enjoy some lively discussion.  Come and experience Holy Grounds; change your life over a cup of coffee. 

  • Returning in September of 2010

Massing at the Parishes
A total immersion once a week in Catholic Song, Ritual, Prayer and Eucharist!! This is a truly open and intense experience with Jesus Christ and his Church!! We will gather at a specific parish once-a-week for Mass  and serve as lectors, greeters and Eucharistic ministers. After Mass we will gather at a local restaurant for desert and learn about a specific aspect of the Mass. This will help focus young adults on how the Mass brings a sense of understanding, reverence and community to our worship. Come down once a month to the underground and be intense in your faith, you may never be the same!!

  • Starting in September of 2010

Young Adult Men's Group / Young Adult Women's Group  
An exciting opportunity  for Catholic Men and Women to meet separately and, listen to a speaker, gain new insights, engage in discussion,  relax, eat, drink and have fun!
These groups provide a relaxing environments to express issues unique to both masculine and feminine spirituality.  

  • Young Adult Women's Group meets on the 4th Monday of every month from 7-9pm in the parish annex at 815 Hayes street.

  • Young Adult Men's Group meets on the 4th Monday of every month from 7-9pm at Smokey Mountain Pizza on the corner of 18th and State street..

YAM in the Parishes
Parish based groups that provide a once-a-month opportunity for faith filled fun and fellowship as well as study and discussion of the catholic faith. These groups welcome single and married adults in their 20's, 30's and 40's.  We currently have six Parish Groups at five parishes on five specific evenings once-a-month:

  • Acts of the Apostles Study at Saint Johns Cathedral - Returning in September of 2010

  • Church History Study at Holy Apostles - Returning in September of 2010

  • Book of James Study at St. Paul's BSU - Starting in September 2010

  • Game Night at Our Lady of the Rosary - Returning in September of 2010

  • Catholic Apologetics at Our Lady of Good Counsel - Returning in September of 2010

Frassati Challenge ("Verso l'alto")
The Frassati Challenge is a weekend retreat in the outdoors for young adults who would like to learn more about Catholic Spirituality.  Responsibility, Maturity, Focus, and Strength highlighted during this retreat.  Being fully Catholic into today's society presents real challenges.  The Church through the example of Jesus Christ and the Saints provides us with a very modern and extremely relevant guide to being a fully realized and faith filled person in the 21st century.

The Frassati Challenge begins on Friday evening at a camp in Garden Valley, Idaho, where participants have dinner, some challenging social and spiritual exercises and a relaxing campfire. Saturday is filled with relaxing surroundings, spiritual exercises, rafting and BBQ for young adults and another campfire in the evening. Sunday brings breakfast and Mass.  Once in awhile, you need to get away to the outdoors, the Frassati challenge provides the opportunity for a challenging and faith focused moment away from the hectic world of jobs and worries so that you can give yourself time to let God make you a better Catholic.

Yam on Retreat
- Who Do You Say I Am?: Exploring Our Connection to Jesus

Weekend retreats led by a team of four to six young adults in their 20s and 30s under the leadership of a Priest and a lay pastoral minister. Each team member speaks on an aspect of the weekend’s topic and will also lead conversations in small groups and morning or evening prayer. Each retreat includes: Talks given by peers, Opportunities for liturgy, reconciliation & spiritual direction, Time for casual conversation with others during meals and breaks, Time for rest, prayer and private reflection, connecting spiritually and socially with your young adult peers.

  • Held on January 28 and 29, 2011 at the Nazareth Retreat Center in Boise.

  • Registration Forms

Contact Us
Treasure Valley Young Adult Ministry
Saint Paul's Catholic Center
1915 University Drive
Boise, Idaho  83706
208-371-8289
tvyamtalk@gmail.com


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