The mission of the Office of Youth Ministry is to provide opportunities for youth to encounter Jesus Christ through spiritual, formative and social experiences and to support those involved in youth ministry around the diocese through intentional community.

Diocesan Youth Leadership Team is a great opportunity for teens to meet and network with other teens from across the diocese, in addition to growing in their faith and giving back to the community through ministry to their peers.

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Founded in 2021, the mission of  "Young and Catholic" is to bring young adults together, creating a place to meet each other and Christ and His Church. YC has serves the young adults of Western Massachusetts by offering diverse opportunities for evangelization, formation, and community.
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Western Mass College Catholics (WMCC) is a vibrant community uniting Catholic college students across Western Massachusetts, with its primary hub serving the campuses in the greater Springfield region. We offer a welcoming space for fellowship, faith-building, and service through various events like socials, pilgrimages, and retreats. Each year, we also organize a transformative trip to the FOCUS SEEK Conference, where students can deepen their faith and connect with others. Our mission is to help students grow in their Catholic faith while creating lasting friendships and strengthening our community.

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Our mission is to empower families to grow in faith, love, and unity, grounded in the teachings of the Catholic Church

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Our mission is to nurture and empower women in their unique vocations as daughters of the King, sisters in Christ, and active members of the Church. Rooted in Catholic tradition, we strive to provide a supportive community where women of all ages can grow in faith, deepen their relationship with Christ, and serve others in love.

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Catholic Scouting

Rev. Yerick Mendez, Chaplain
Pamella Kosnicki, Committee Chair, Religious Emblems Coordinator 
Divine Mercy Parish, Three Rivers
Tel. 413-283-3242
E-mail: [email protected]

Joe Austin, Diocesan Advisor
Office of Youth Ministry
Tel: 413-276-5134
Email: [email protected] 

Office Safe Environment & Victim Assistance

CORI (CRIMINAL OFFENDER RECORD INFORMATION)

• Employee / Volunteer CORI form – English
• Employee / Volunteer CORI form – Spanish

ACTIVITY PARTICIPATION FORMS

• Youth Form
• Adult Form