The Office of Youth Ministry, Young Adult Ministry, and the University Apostolate supports youth ministry, young adult ministry, campus ministry, and Catholic Scouting across the Archdiocese of New York. We help parishes, deaneries, and universities create spaces where middle school students, high school students, college students, and young adults ages 18–35 can encounter Jesus, grow in their Catholic faith, build community, and put their faith into action through service and leadership. We also support the parents, families, and leaders who accompany them along the way. We have more than 130 active parish youth ministries, young adult ministries, and campus ministries across our Archdiocese. Learn more about these ministries below.

Pjeter Nilaj

Pjetër Nilaj
Director
Office of Youth Ministry & Young Adult Ministry & the University Apostolate

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Events

RUAH 2k26

RUAH 2k26

October 1, 2026 - October 22, 2026

RUAH is a four-week online retreat and Life in the Spirit Seminar inviting participants to deepen their relationship with God and renew their spiritual journey.

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Why Is Legal Positivism Untenable?

Why Is Legal Positivism Untenable?

October 19, 2026 at 7:00pm

Professor Carlos A. Casanova of the University of Florida argues in this Thomistic Institute lecture that legal positivism—the view that law derives solely from human-made rules—is philosophically indefensible.

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Young Adult Night in Ellenville

Young Adult Night in Ellenville

October 23, 2026 at 6:00pm

Young Adult Night at St. Mary & St. Andrew Parish Hall in Ellenville features Adoration, Confession, dinner, fellowship, and a talk by Catholic speaker Kayla Banning on Friday, October 23 at 6 PM.

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Swing Dance

Swing Dance

October 24, 2026 at 7:00pm

Beginner-friendly Lindy Hop swing dance lesson followed by a social dance—no partner or prior experience needed.

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Effeta Young Adult Retreat

Effeta Young Adult Retreat

October 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - November 1, 2026 at 3:30pm

Effeta is a faith-filled weekend retreat for young adults ages 18–33, focused on community, reflection, and spiritual growth.

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Could God Be Calling You?

Could God Be Calling You?

November 6, 2026 - November 8, 2026

Join the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus for a retreat weekend exploring religious life through prayer, community, and fellowship.

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NAPA Nights

NAPA Nights

November 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 9:00pm

NAPA Nights NYC offers Catholic young adults (ages 21–35) evenings of Mass, spiritual talks, conversation, and dinner with Fr. Innocent Montgomery, CFR (Oct. 8) and Bishop Joseph A. Espaillat (Nov. 12), with tickets at $100.

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Come and See Discernment Retreat

Come and See Discernment Retreat

November 27, 2026 - November 29, 2026

Daughters of St. Paul invite single Catholic women ages 18–30 to a Come and See Discernment Retreat in Alexandria, VA, November 27–29, featuring prayer, Mass, Adoration, talks, and mission experiences.

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