Antioch

Parish: St Gregory the Great, Doncaster
Antioch is a youth group for youth and run by youth, where young Catholics aged 16-25 years old meet to learn more about their faith. There are many Antiochs all over Australia and the world (it began in the USA). The Doncaster Antioch at St Gregory the Great parish began in 1986 and since then more than 800 teenagers have been on an Antioch Weekend and to our Antioch weekly meetings. The weekend is filled with discussions, games, great people and lots of fantastic music, and our group is open to everyone, especially new members.

Contact: Jeff Bryne via the parish at Doncaster@cam.org.au


Disciples of Jesus Covenant Community

Parish (base): St Benedict's, Burwood
A new ecclesial movement with particular charism in evangelisation and works of mercy.

Contact: Berndard Hennessy - 9888 7560

Emmanuel Community

The Emmanuel Community is an international Catholic community for people in all states of life (lay, consecrated and priests) who desire to live out the call to holiness in a radical way. Founded in Paris in 1976 by Pierre Goursat, there are now over 7,000 members in 65 countries including 150 priests and 170 consecrated sisters and brothers. In Melbourne, the Emmanuel Community runs regular youth suppers, young adult retreat days, "Love and Truth" weekends for married couples open to all. The community is also involved in evangelisation and compassion missions. Members meet fortnightly in smaller groups for prayer/ sharing and the whole community meets one Sunday a month.

Contact: Justin and Kate Duckett (Melbourne leaders) - 9544 9774 / duckett123@iprimus.com.au / www.emmanuelcommunity.org.au

Youth Suppers > These are held every second Tuesday night in the Corner House at St Anthony's Shrine, Power Street, Hawthorn. Beginning at 7:45 we have a short time of Praise followed by supper, a short talk and a time of Adoration. The evening finishes at about 9:30. All welcome! Contact Louisa for more info on: louisaashton@yahoo.com

Jesus Youth

Jesus Youth is an international Catholic youth movement with a charismatic spirituality. We are active in more than 25 different countries across the word. We are a network of small but vibrant group of young people. In Australia, we are present in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth. In Melbourne, we gather every Friday in the Pastoral Center of St Francis Catholic Church (cnr Lonsdale and Elizabeth Street) from 6.30pm-8.30pm for rosary, praise and worship and bible sharing. There is also a larger gathering on Saturdays (bi-monthly), where many youth from the outer suburbs attend. Fr John Aravankara of Oak Park Parish is the movement's Spiritual Pastor.

Contact: Gavin Besterwitch – 0431 108 887 or Suzette Morris – 0417 398 258 / www.australia.jesusyouth.org

Hearts in Action

Are you too old for a youth group? But still keen to build a network of Catholic friends? Hearts in Action is a welcoming group for people in their late 20s, 30s and 40s. We hold two social events per month as well as Gospel reflection evenings. Hearts in Action (HIA) is the continuation of the group founded by Sr Sue Shannon of the Sisters of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart in 1999.
Contact: Christina - 0420 377 478 / heartsinaction@yahoo.com.au / www.heartsinaction.yolasite.com/

Life Teen

Life Teen is an international Catholic movement that serves the Church and leads teens closer to Christ by providing resources and training that encourages vibrant Eucharistic celebrations and opportunities for teens to grow in their faith. What started out as a youth group at St. Timothy's in Mesa, Arizona, has grown into the most prolific youth ministry in the Catholic Church. Every Sunday, 120,000 teenagers attend a Life Teen Mass throughout the world. The 1080 programs stretch around the globe into more than twenty countries.

Life Teen was given birth in Mill Park in 2002 lead by a group of young adults who serve teenagers aged between the age of 12 to 18 years old. The Life Teen Program in Mill Park runs every Sunday during the school term. It begins with 5pm Youth Mass where teenagers and young adults of the parish are actively involved in Liturgy and Music. This is then followed by the Life Night itself which runs until 7.30pm

There are three basic types of Life Nights: Doctrinal (Catechetical), Issue and Social. Doctrinal nights follow a semester theme to break open a particular aspect of our faith. Issue nights deal with a specific “real-world issue” that teenagers face (i.e. drinking, chastity, bullying, etc.). And Social nights build Christian community, trust and friendships.

Contact: Arnaud Hurdoyal (Arnie) / master-arnie7@hotmail.com / (03) 9407 3181

Melbourne Single Catholics

Melbourne Single Catholics 35-55 is a free to join singles group which offers: drinks nights, film nights, bush and beach walks, speed dating events, gallery and winery visits and lectures on matters of faith, morals and bioethics.
Contact: Visit www.meetup.com/melbourne-single-catholics

Young Christian Students (YCS)

The Young Christian Students is a movement which is run by secondary Students that are forming active Christian Leaders and making a difference in the world. They do this by using the SEE, JUDGE, ACT method.

Contact: Bridget Flood (Melbourne YCS Diocesan Coordinator) - 0421 787 117 / bridget.flood@ycw.org.au / www.aycs.org.au

Young Christian Workers (YCW)

The Young Christian Workers (Melbourne) believe that each young worker should be able to live and work in dignified conditions and be able to find value and meaning in their work. It is the YCW's goal that each young worker be able to assume responsibility for finding solutions to their situations at the local, national, and international levels, to create a better world for all young workers using the SEE, JUDGE, ACT method.

Contact: Bridget Flood (Melbourne YCW Diocesan Coordinator) - 0421 787 117 / bridget.flood@ycw.org.au / www.ycw.org.au

Boroondara Deanery
Parish/es: Hawthorn, Kew and Deepdene with Xavier and Genazzano Colleges and the MAGIS Youth

Today, YEP exists as a joint venture of the Kew, Hawthorn, Deepdene and Balwyn parishes with Genazzano FCJ College and Xavier College. It aims to be a continuous source of formation and presence for youth, during and beyond school, in the areas of: Prayer and Worship, Community Life, Service and Justice, Personal and Spiritual Formation, Leadership Development and Pastoral Care. With the ultimate goal being to empower young people to live as disciples of Jesus Christ, and to invite them into responsible participation in the life, mission and work of the Church both within and beyond their local community.

To do this YEP takes an active role in the spiritual journey of young people, throughout a variety of ages. The youngest contact comes at the time of confirmation where older students in YEP run a retreat for all students in the area who are making their confirmation. This contact is maintained throughout years 7 and 8 with occasional formation and social events.

For students in years 9-12 there are 2 camps a year which are chances for intense formation over the course of a weekend and to experience community living with like minded people. For those looking for an extra challenge, YEP also has 2 solidarity experiences each year, for older students,  to rural Bourke, NSW, which is another chance to experience simple, community living while engaging in service.

The constants throughout this journey are ministry opportunities through the YMCA at the Melbourne Youth Justice Centre, the developing Youth Masses which draw young people into involvement with church and monthly youth events for students in years 10-12 which are an opportunity to build relationship with other youth as well as receive spiritual and personal formation in an engaging environment.  Post school, the Checkpoint evenings are a fortnightly chance for young adults to join together for prayer and a meal in community.
Contact: Paul Salmon, YEP Coordinator, 345 Burwood Road, Hawthorn Vic 0434 254 233 / yep@pacific.net.au

Knox Deanery emPower Evenings
We are a group of young adults from the Knox Deanery area who meet monthly on a Sunday night for charismatic prayer and praise and worship from 7-9pm. Followed by supper. New members welcome.
Where: St Simon’s church. 2 Taylor's lane Rowville
Contact: Amanda Smith - al12smith@hotmail.com

Yarra Deanery Youth Ministry
Parish/es: Bellfield, Bulleen, Doncaster, Doncaster East, Donvale, Eaglemont, Heidelberg, Heidelberg West, Ivanhoe, Ivanhoe East, Ivanhoe West, Templestowe, Templestowe Lower
Contact: Charles Balnaves - 0417 319 556 / deanery@charles.balnaves.org

Bentleigh East
Parish: St Peter's
Group name: St Peter's Youth Group
This group (aged 13-30) has a spirituality evening after 5:30pm Mass on the first Sunday of every month. The evening includes a guest speaker discussing relevant faith issues for young people and small discussion groups afterwards. Also, on every last Friday of the month, the group has a social event such as a games night or movie night to build strong friendships within the St Peter's youth community.
Contact:  03 9579 4255
Email: stpeters@bigpond.net.au
 

Box Hill / Surrey Hills
Parish: Our Lady of Perpetual Succour
Group name: Catholic Chinese Community Youth Group
Hello 你好! Our Youth Group is a passionate group of young Chinese (ages 18-35) of different personalities and backgrounds. We aim to create an environment for young people to grow together in their relationship with God and one another and harness young people’s gifts, energy and passion into the joyful service of others. We hold a variety of activities both within and outside of the parish. Some of our events include: prayer nights (Praise and Worship/Taize style), fundraising events, youth mass, social activities, volunteering, youth camp and many more. Regardless of your background, locality or religion, our Youth Group is constantly welcoming new members! Please do not hesitate to contact Margaret for further enquiries.
Contact: Parish - 9890 7798 / youthgroup@cccmelbourne.org.au

Braybrook and Maidstone
Parish/es: Our Lady's Maidstone and Christ the King Braybrook
Group name: OLCK Youth

OLCK Youth is a group of young people (aged 16 to 35) from the parishes of Our Lady’s (Maidstone) and Christ the King (Braybrook) who meet on a regular basis to socialise and share their faith. Come and join us. Everyone is welcome! Our Mission: In OLCK Youth we aim to bring young people together to grow in faith by participating actively while having fun.  Take the step...join us on the journey...we are the future of the Church.
Contact: William Chu on 9317 9298 / olckyouth@yahoo.com.au / www.olck.org.au

Braybrook
Parish: Christ The King, Braybrook
Group name: Shalom Youth Group

This Charismatic youth group meets every Thursday night at 7.30pm in the local parish hall (65-67 Churchill Avenue, Braybrook). The group does praise and worship and celebrates Mass together every last Thursday of the month. There are talks, group discussions, and activities. The group is open to all youth from the western suburbs.
Contact: Silvia Linares - 0425 861 945 / silvilin_25@hotmail.com
 

Brunswick East
Parish: Our Lady Help of Christians
Group name: Adoremus Youth Group

Adoremus is a community of young Catholic individuals journeying together in faith. We provide a safe place in which a deep and intimate relationship with God may be encountered. At the heart of who we are, we seek to experience and grow in God's love through Charismatic worship and the sharing of our faith. For ages 14-28, we meet 1st/3rd Friday of every month from 7.30PM at 49 Nicholsont St, East Brunswick, 3057.
Contact: Daniel - 0423 106 882 / Annemarie - 0422 677 029 / adoremus12@gmail.com / facebook.com/adoremus12

Bundoora
Parish: St Damian's Parish
Group name:
A youth group of 15-25 year olds that consists of members that want to learn more about their own faith, discuss issues that relate to a wider community and catch up for a laugh. Run in conjunction with Loyola College.
Contact: Sr Neila - Email: llanton@loyola.vic.edu.au

Burwood
Parish: St Benedict's
Group (1): The parish holds a Youth Mass every Sunday at 5.00pm and invites young people to participate in various groups in the parish.
Contact: Fr David Callaghan MGL - 03 9808 2492

Group (2): iSTAND Youth Group
Youth activities for secondary school age, every Friday night (during school terms) at Benedict House 6.30pm.
Contact: YMT Melbourne - 9808 7613 or 0419 103 511 / melbourne@ymt.com.au

Group (3): Luke 8 Youth Group
A new youth movement for Years 6, 7 & 8. 
Runs every 1st and 3rd Sunday night of the school term from 6.30pm on a Sunday night.

Chelsea
Parish: St Joseph's
Group name: St Joseph's Young Parishioners
Contact: Fr Gregory Pritchard - 9772 2211

Clayton
Parish: St. Peters, Clayton
Group name:  Kephas group
Young Adults Group meets every Wednesday at 7.30pm at St. Peter's Community Centre, Clayton
Contact:  Parish office on 9544 1516

Clifton Hill
Parish: St John the Baptist
Group name: St John the Baptist Youth
Contact: 9481 7333 / sjbaptist@netspace.net.au

Craigieburn/Roxbourgh Park
Parish: Our Lady's
Group name: Cor Redemptoris Youth Group
Cor Redemptoris welcomes all young people from age 15 to 25 and invites them to learn more about our faith, share prayer time, sing and have fun through social activities. We meet every second and forth Sunday of the month at Good Samaritan Hall (Roxbourgh Park) at 7.00pm.
Contact: Giorgia - 0405 554 814 or Annesley - 0400 813 211/ cor-redemptoris@hotmail.com

Croydon
Parish: Sacred Heart
Group name: Hearts 4 Christ
Created in 2003 by Fr Anthony Denton and a core-group of leaders; H4C is an open, fun, faith-based youth group in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. Welcoming young people (yrs 7-12) from many parishes in our local area, our youth group encourages involvement in activities both within the parish and archdiocese, and has had representatives at the past three World Youth Days. As well as our regular Sunday meetings, we also have a mixed basketball team that plays in competition on Friday nights, and a band that provides music for Sunday Mass and Six30 youth Holy Hour in the city on a Thursday night. We meet every Sunday from 6.30pm - 8.30pm in the Rose Room at Sacred Heart, Croydon, to share our faith, make new friends and enjoy fun and games together in a welcoming environment This year we have a team of eight young adults leading the group, who are dedicated to growing in and sharing the Catholic faith with others!
Contact: Rachel Ewing - 0437 123802

Dandenong North
Parish: St Gerard's
Group name: SGYG Awaken! (St Gerard's Youth Group)
SGYG meetings consist of prayer, music, games, socialising and talks on what and why Holy Mother Church teaches what she teaches. The group meets every Tuesday night and starts off with the rosary at 6:45pm in the parish library (the mini-hall opposite the Church, just outside the car park) and concludes with snacks and drinks at 9.00pm. Teenagers and young adults are all welcome
Contact: Michelle Gonsalves -  michelle.gonsalves@coles.com.au

Deer Park
Parish: St Peter Chanel's
Group name: SPC Youth Group
SPC Youth Group is a Catholic Youth Group for young people (aged from Year 7) who are interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith. We meet every Monday evening at the St. Peter Chanel Hall (848 Ballarat Road, Deer Park) between 7pm and 9pm. Our nights begin with games, followed by a time of music and prayer as we pray the Rosary together. Adoration, guest speakers, discussions, bible study, skits and other social activities conclude the night.
Contact: Andrea 0432 725 402  or Natasha 0450 401 912 / grima_andrea@hotmail.com

Doveton
Parish: Holy Family
Group name: HFD (Holy Family Doves)
Contact: Jacinta Wright - 0431 516311

Essendon
Parish: St Therese’s
The group is looking to restart again, all youth from year 7 or higher are invited.
Contact: nicole.amelia@optusnet.com.au / atuazon@tpg.com.au

Fawkner
Parish: St Mark’s Fawkner
Group name: Salvation Youth Group
Our mission is to bring youth together to have fun and meet others while reigniting the fire of faith within us (fire extinguishers will be provided!). We meet at St Mark's Parish, Fawkner on every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the Month. at 6pm after the 5pm Youth Mass.All teenagers and young adults are welcome. Come along for a fun night and free food!
Contact: Jennifer Ross on jennifersusan92@hotmail.com or visit our facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/groups/salvationyg

Frankston
Parish/es: Sts John and Francis Xavier
Group name: Bayside Young Disciples
Young people from ages 15-25 are welcome to join. Develop your faith and friendships. Get involved in liturgical, social or outreach events or even the music group. Meets every 2nd Sunday night  6.45- 9.15pm.
Contact: Fr Nicholas Pearce - 9783 3484 / baysideyoungdisciples@hotmail.com

Gladstone Park/Greenvale
Parish: The Good Shepherd
Group name: Young Disciples: Generation J
J stands for Jesus. The group is made up of young people who participated in the World youth Day in Sydney and are very happy to come together and bring friends over to join the group. Activities include worship, social and charitable services. The youth are also part of the choir.
Contact: Fr Victor Buhagiar - 0414 819 656

Greensborough
Parish: St Mary's Greensborough
Group name: St Mary's Youth Group
Young people from the parish and surrounding area meet every second Sunday of the month after the 5:00pm Mass for discussions on the Catholic faith, community outreach and social activities.
Contact: Wayne - 0402 990 885 stmarysgb.youth@gmail.com

Hawthorn
Parish: St Anthony's Shrine
Group name: Young Mens Reflection Evening
First Friday every month, any questions or further details please contact.
Contact:  Brother Ben Johnson 9819 3775 / capuchinfriars@gmail.com / www.clubcounterculture.blogspot.com

Hoppers Crossing
Parish: St Peter the Apostle
Group name: St Peter's Youth Group
Youth Group is held every Sunday and kicks off at 6.15pm-8.30pm. We welcome any high school aged youth to come and experience prayer, reflection, fun, food and friends.
Contact: Marita Mulquiney - 0418 573 173 / stpetersymhc@gmail.com

Hoppers Crossing North
Parish: St James the Apostle
Group name: Catholics Seriously Inspired: Hoppers Crossing North (CSI:HCN)
If you are interested in investigating the Catholic faith with other young people in a fun and dynamic setting, come and check out CSI:HCN, a youth group for High School-aged teenagers. We start off with Youth Mass at 6:00pm finishing at 9:00pm (or 5:00pm-8:00pm in non-Daylight Savings Time), followed by food and varied activities including games, prayer and discussion. We meet every Sunday night during the School Term and have an even wider range of activities/outings during our Holiday Programs.
Contact: Red Lusterio - 0457 123 154 / csi.hc.leaders@gmail.com

Ivanhoe
Parish: Catholic Parish of Ivanhoe
Group name: Young Peoples' Group
Looking to restart their previous group, if you are interested, please contact.
Contact: John Costa - 0409 967 207 / cpiyouth@bigpond.com

Kyneton and Trentham
Parish: Our Lady of the Rosary and St Malachy
Contact: Fr Barry - 5422 1261

Keilor Downs
Parish: St Mary of the Assumption
Group name: Flame
Flame Youth Group is a vibrant, passionate and spirit filled Catholic group filled with joy, faith, hope and love. Flame is an active group, we meet every week for various activities including praise and worship, bible studies, talks and games. We are also a traveling group and often visit other youth groups, concert, seminars, retreats, etc... Find us on Facebook
Contact: Maryanne - flametrain7@hotmail.com

Malvern East
Parish: St Mary's
Group name: MET
The Youth Group holds social activities on Friday and Saturday nights once a month during school terms for young people in years 7 - 9.
Contact: Paul Rate 0419 813 617 and Heidi Kaiser 0432 151 840

Melbourne (Bourke Street)
Parish: St Augustine's
Group name: StAY (St Augustine's Young Adults)
STAY (St Augustine’s Young Adults) was formed in Feb 2009 after World Youth Day 08, Sydney. The young people had returned from WYD 08 inspired by the Holy Spirit and wanted to form a group. A few of us then got together and thought what would that group do?  STAY exists for Worship, Fellowship, Discipleship, Service/Ministry, Evangelisation. Some of our activities include Cell Group Meetings, Retreats and Social Gatherings. We have Cell Group meetings every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month around 12:00pm after Mass at St Augustine.
Contact: Jack Chui - 9614 1722  stayministry@gmail.com

Melbourne (Cnr Lonsdale and Elizabeth Streets)
Parish: St Francis
Group name: St Francis Youth Choir
The St Francis' Youth Choir invites any interested young people to come along to their rehearsals on Wednesday nights.The choir performs at the 6pm Tertiary Student’s Mass on the first Sunday of each month at St Francis’. Rehearsal time is Wednesday 7pm-9pm.
Contact info: Rhys Arvidson (choir director) 9639 4560/0405 277 853
Email: rhys.arvidson@blessedsacrament.com.au

Melbourne (Monash University - Clayton/Caulfield/Peninsula campuses)
Group name: Catholics on Campus
Catholics on Campus (COC) aims to provide moral, social, cultural and spiritual support for students and staff and to promote mutual understanding among faiths. Our aim and objective is to come together to learn and grow in our faith, in a fun and relaxing environment.
Contact: Richard Houlihan - 0419 386 584 / houlihan@projectx.com.au / www.monashcatholics.blogspot.com

Mentone
Parish: St Patrick’s
Group name: Paddy's (yr 8-yr 12) and The Frassati Young Adult Group (17-35)
The Youth Group holds social activities on Friday and Saturday nights as well as leadership training sessions and retreats throughout the year. The group also organises two camps annually.
Contact: Neil Jopson 9583 2103 or 0410 732 249 / neiljopson@hotmail.com

Mulgrave
Parish: St John Vianney
Group name: Oblate Lift Junior Youth Group
A youth group for students from Years 7-11. The group meets weekly on Mndays from 6.30pm-7.30pm in the Felix Gavin Room.
Group name: Oblate Youth Group
A youth group for students from Years 11 and up.
Contact: Fr Christian Fini OMI or James Edwards - 9795 5077

Parkville
Parish: Melbourne (Melbourne University, Parkville)
Group name: COSDU
Catholic Overseas Students Down Under (COSDU) catholic society was founded more than 20 years ago by a group of international students from the University of Melbourne. It aims to provide a family away from home for all students and to support the faith formation of youths and young adults. Over the years, COSDU catholic society has forged a network of relationship with Australian communities, and reached out to local students as well as other universities around Melbourne. COSDU catholic society also serves the community through various social justice programs.
Contact:  Matthew Heng on 0422648930 or Triton Wui on 0425438131 / cosdu.mebuni@gmail.com , matt.ryan.heng@gmail.com ,  tritonnathanielwui@gmail.com, Check out: www.cosdu.blogspot.com or http://www.facebook.com/groups/180807961978202/

Rowville
Parish: St Simon the Apostle
Group name: St Simon the Apostle Parish Youth Ministry
High school students in years 7-10 are welcome to join the youth of St Simons in a night of fun and games. On the fourth Sunday of the month from 6-8pm. Cost: $5.00 to cover dinner.
Contact: Jacqui Giuliano - jgiuliano@stsimonsparish.com.au

emPower Evenings
We are a group of young adults from the Knox Deanery area who meet monthly on a Sunday night for charismatic prayer and praise and worship from 7-9pm. Followed by supper. New members welcome.
Where: St Simon’s church. 2 Taylor's lane Rowville
Contact: Amanda Smith - al12smith@hotmail.com

Scoresby
Parish: St. Jude the Apostle
Group name: Y.O.T.S. (Youth of Today Scorseby)
Our Senior Youth Group (secondary students and above) meet every month for social activities alongside prayer, reflection and faith discussion. The Seniors work together to lead regular Junior Youth Group (grade 6 students) gatherings - packed with energy and fun team-building games. All youth are invited to celebrate Mass at St. Jude's at 6.30pm every Sunday, and are warmly encouraged to join the Youth Band or sign up for the reading roster.
Contact: Miranda King - 0459 759 687  / miranda.c.king@gmail.com

Springvale
Parish: St Joseph's
Group name: Youthlink and Youfra Franciscan Youth Group
Contact: Lauren - 0400 569 976 / lauren.fernando@gmail.com

St Albans
Parish: Sacred Heart / Emmaus
Group name: YASHE
The young adults of Sacred Heart Emmaus is a youth group of spiritually motivated young individuals aged between 16 to late 30's who meet on Wednesday nights to pray, study scripture, play games, partake in parish events and activities, socialize and be one with God. We are all ways open to new members
Contact: Brian- 040729440, youngadultshe@gmail.com

Sunshine North
Parish: St Bernadette’s
Group name: St Bernadette’s Youth group
Contact: Sr Anna - 9311 2977

Wantirna
Parish: St Luke's
Group name: St Luke's Youth
St Luke's Youth is a youth group aimed at Year 7 and above. It is a safe place where anyone can attend, and everyone is welcome. We meet once a month; getting together for prayer, games, and special activities. Each night is different, but every night is filled with good people and good times. Sound too good to be true? Come down and we'll prove it to you. Contact us for the next event details.
Contact: Gerard youth.stlukes@gmail.com / Ph: 0433 094 585