YMA (20s & 30s)
Contact: Delis Alejandro, or (310) 566-1530
Young Ministering Adults (YMA), the fellowship group for singles and couples in their 20s and 30s, provides spiritual, educational and social activities as well as programs that support young adults as they discover new roles in family, work, society and the Catholic Church. Join us for fellowship and fun!
A team of young adults along with a staff coordinator coordinate all activities for the ministry. Along with coordinating activities at the parish, the YMA Core Team makes it a priority to invite and welcome young adults to the community and to provide information to its leaders and participants. The ministry also seeks to improve involvement, participation, and integration of young adults at the parish and also advocates for the concerns of young adults today.
Upcoming Events

Grape and Grain Festival
Sunday, June 12 | 7:00-9:00 p.m. | Grand Pavilion
Grape & Grain Festival is back! All parishioners and friends, 21+ are welcome to attend! Admission ticket includes 5 tastings and a souvenir tasting glass. There will be over 10 beers and 10 wines to taste! Raffle, live music, and food to snack on is included.
Click the image above to purchase tickets - on sale now!
We need volunteers: help pour wine and beer, set up, clean up, sell raflle tickets, and run food. All are welcome - must be 21 or over! Help support this YMA sponsored event!
Click Here to Volunteer!
Vespers
Tuesdays | 7:30 p.m. | Online & Onsite
Click Here to Register to Attend Onsite or Online!
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Contact: Delis Alejandro, or (310) 566-1530
Young Ministering Adults (YMA), the fellowship group for singles and couples in their 20s and 30s, provides spiritual, educational and social activities as well as programs that support young adults as they discover new roles in family, work, society and the Catholic Church. Join us for fellowship and fun!
A team of young adults along with a staff coordinator coordinate all activities for the ministry. Along with coordinating activities at the parish, the YMA Core Team makes it a priority to invite and welcome young adults to the community and to provide information to its leaders and participants. The ministry also seeks to improve involvement, participation, and integration of young adults at the parish and also advocates for the concerns of young adults today.
Upcoming Events

Grape and Grain Festival
Sunday, June 12 | 7:00-9:00 p.m. | Grand Pavilion
Grape & Grain Festival is back! All parishioners and friends, 21+ are welcome to attend! Admission ticket includes 5 tastings and a souvenir tasting glass. There will be over 10 beers and 10 wines to taste! Raffle, live music, and food to snack on is included.
Click the image above to purchase tickets - on sale now!
We need volunteers: help pour wine and beer, set up, clean up, sell raflle tickets, and run food. All are welcome - must be 21 or over! Help support this YMA sponsored event!
Click Here to Volunteer!
Vespers
Tuesdays | 7:30 p.m. | Online & Onsite
Click Here to Register to Attend Onsite or Online!
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- Social: Plans fun and welcoming on & off-site social events for young adults throughout the year.
- Special Events: Hosts special events (e.g. cocktail or beach parties) that help raise funds for YMA.
- Vespers: Creates and coordinates a weekly opportunity for young adults to nurture their spirituality in community; includes prayer, scripture, and discussions of topics relevant for Catholic young adults.
- Retreats: Creates and conducts a variety of day and weekend retreat experiences for young adults including fall and spring retreat weekends each year.
- Welcome: Welcomes new members and connects them with opportunities in the ministry and parish; coordinates Get-Acquainted Dinners and bake sales.
- Peace & Justice: Hosts peace & justice service activities for young adult volunteers; offers the chance to serve in the broader community, including helping the homeless, children, the elderly, the working poor, and the environment.
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To join our ministry group, complete the form below.