"Let no one look down on you because of your youth, but set an example for those who believe in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity."
— 1 Tm 4:12

Mission Statement
The Youth Ministry program is committed to bring youth closer to Christ by providing a faith-filled environment based on love and trust that supports and encourages young believers, fostering a community of disciples in hope of preparing them to become adults in their faith.

Calendar of Events

• Crossroads (every Sunday after 5:30 p.m. Mass).
  
  “Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.” – Robert Frost
  
  But it doesn’t say we must travel it alone . . . All teens are invited to the Eden Center, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Every Sunday is different, but always GOOD fun and conversation!

• All Thursdays – Drop-in Nights at the Eden Center, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. A great place to gather and grow with friends. Come one, come all!

• Thursday, July 10 – Ice Skating in Pasadena, 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. ($7). If you need a ride, we are leaving the Eden Center at 7:00 p.m. Make sure you bring your permission slip.

• Saturday, July 12 – Car wash, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Fundraising event to help with our summer fun and conference costs. We need your TIME - come help us wash cars.

• Tuesday, July 15 – Huntington Beach Day, 2:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. We’re waiting for all those in summer school and we’ll end with a bonfire . . . who can resist?

• Saturday, July 19 – Catholic Underground, 8:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Night of prayer, praise, and GREAT music with the Franciscan Friars from N.Y. at St. Victor’s, 8634 Holloway Drive, West Hollywood, CA 90069.

• Tuesday, July 22 – Adoration in the Church, 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Let your heart be silenced and your lips proclaim His praise.

• Wednesday, July 23 – Union Station, 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Come cook for and serve needy families in Pasadena. Cooking at St. Joseph Center.

• Friday, July 25 through Sunday, July 27 – WITNESS Youth Conference in San Diego. This is an experience you don’t want to miss! This summer, over 40,000 teens will participate at 15 youth conferences in eight different states! We only have 25 spots available . . . what do you say? Call NOW for more information!
  
  “But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria and to the end of the earth.” – Acts 1:8

• Tuesday, July 29 – Dodger Night vs. San Francisco Giants, game time 7:05 p.m.

• Friday, August 29 – Disneyland

• Saturday, August 30 through Sunday, August 31 – Teen Conference “FULFILLED.” This conference is for all PEER MINISTERS who are interested in being part of confirmation’s “DREAM TEAM.” 

Contact
Marlene Pinel
Director of Youth Ministry and Confirmation
(626) 403-6149
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Tony Sands
Assistant Director
(626) 403- 6146
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Thelma Hernandez
Administrative Assistant
(626) 403-6148
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Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go."
— Josua 1:9