Young Adult Ministry
THERE’s A PLACE FOR YOU HERE!
Young Adults at Old St. Mary’s is a community for adults ages 18–39 seeking to grow in faith, friendship, and service. Through prayer, social gatherings, and opportunities to serve, we hope to cultivate a community where all are welcomed, relationships are deepened, and Christ is encountered in one another.
Whether you are new to Chicago, exploring your faith, or looking for a parish to call home, you are welcome.
Upcoming events
Sunday, October 25 after the 4:00 PM Mass
Young Adult Wine & Cheese Social
Friends, stop by for a simple wine & cheese social for Young Adults! A great way of getting to meet your fellow young adults at Old St. Mary’s. We’ll share what’s on the horizon for young adult events at OSM!
Sunday, November 8 after the 4:00 PM Mass
Coming Back to Myself – Mental Health, Well Being, & Emotional Healing
Join OSM Young Adult Escarlet Arana, a mental health professional, for the first of two workshops around mental health. This talk will focus on the importance of mental health, emotional awareness, and personal healing. Topics will include understanding emotions, recognizing emotional wounds, developing healthy coping strategies, setting boundaries, and knowing when to seek professional support. The goal is to help us recognize our emotional needs and take practical steps toward well-being.
Sunday, November 22 after the 4:00 PM Mass
Thanksgiving Social & Talk
As Thanksgiving approaches, we invite our young adults to gather for an evening of reflection & conversation. What are we grateful for? Where have we encountered God’s presence and blessings in our lives, even in unexpected places? Join us as we take a moment to pause, give thanks, and reflect on the people, experiences, and gifts that have shaped our lives this year.
Sunday, December 6 after the 4:00 PM Mass
He Wants You to Live a Full Life – Emotional Health Through Faith
Join OSM Young Adult Escarlet Arana, a mental health professional, for the second of two workshops around mental health. This talk will explore how Catholic faith can support emotional healing and personal growth. Inspired by the themes of He Wants You to Be Whole and Emotional Healing, we’ll address finding purpose, navigating emotional struggles through faith, forgiveness, hope, and the role of prayer and spiritual community in the healing process. We’ll also emphasize how faith and professional mental health support can complement one another.
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY TEAM
Fr. Dan Macalinao, CSP
Brent Zey
Timothee Muzaliwa
Megan Gangewere
Andrew Kim
Julia Schmidt
Escarlet Arana
Looking to get involved? Email Fr. Dan!
PAULIST YOUNG ADULT WORLD YOUTH DAY 2027 PILGRIM GROUP!
The Paulists are taking Young Adults to World Youth Day 2027 in South Korea, from August 1 – 10, 2027! More information at wyd.paulist.org. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and scholarship money is available for those who are seriously considering going! Registration is now live. Don’t wait!
Young Adults at OSM
