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“We are next in LINE!”

The Parish Youth Association (PYA) is the official organization of young people in the parish who are united in their love for Christ and the Church, and who actively participate in its mission through faith formation, service, leadership, and community building.

Parish Youth Association (PYA)

Empowered by faith, united in service, alive in Christ!

Purpose and Role

The Parish Youth Association:

  • Serves as the umbrella organization for all youth groups or ministries in the parish

  • Acts as the voice and representation of the youth in parish programs and councils

  • Provides formation and opportunities for spiritual growth, leadership, and mission

Objectives of PYA

  1. Form youth in the Catholic faith and promote Christian values in everyday life.

  2. Foster unity and collaboration among all youth groups and chapel youth cells.

  3. Develop leadership skills and encourage active participation in parish liturgy and outreach.

  4. Promote vocation awareness and the call to holiness.

  5. Engage in community service, social action, and youth empowerment programs.

Structure of PYA

  • Spiritual Director: Appointed by the parish priest (usually the youth ministry coordinator or assistant)

  • Youth Coordinator / President

  • Vice Coordinator / VP

  • Secretary

  • Treasurer

  • Committee Heads (e.g., Worship, Formation, Sports, Arts, Service)

Each chapel or BEC may have local youth leaders under the PYA umbrella.

Core Programs and Activities

Area Examples
Worship Youth Masses, Holy Hour, music ministry, Stations of the Cross
Formation Youth camps, talks on values & faith, Bible sharing, catechism
Service Volunteering in outreach, parish events, liturgical ministries
Fellowship Sportsfest, team-building, cultural night, youth day celebrations
Leadership Trainings, youth council meetings, participation in parish planning

Spirituality

PYA is guided by the spirit of youthful discipleship, rooted in:

  • The Eucharist and sacraments

  • Scripture and prayer

  • Community and mission

  • Inspired by St. John Paul II’s call: “Do not be afraid to be saints of the new millennium!”

Link to Parish Structure

  • The PYA is part of the Council of Lay Ministries

  • Works in collaboration with the Family Life Apostolate, Catechists, BECs, and other parish commissions

  • May also represent the parish in vicariate or diocesan youth activities

Constitution and By-Laws

Parish Youth Association (PYA)
Immaculate Conception Parish, Cantilan, Surigao del Sur

PREAMBLE

We, the Catholic youth of Immaculate Conception Parish, Cantilan, united in faith and mission, form this association to deepen our love for God and neighbor, grow in Christian leadership, and become active participants in the life and mission of the Church. Guided by the Holy Spirit and inspired by the teachings of Jesus Christ, we commit ourselves to this Constitution and By-Laws.

ARTICLE I – NAME

The name of the organization shall be the Parish Youth Association (PYA) of Immaculate Conception Parish, Cantilan. Surigao del Sur.

ARTICLE II – VISION AND MISSION

Vision:
A community of vibrant, committed, and Christ-centered youth, actively engaged in the life and mission of the Church.

Mission:
To empower young people through worship, formation, fellowship, and service, enabling them to become living witnesses of the Gospel in the Church and society.

ARTICLE III – OBJECTIVES

  1. Promote the spiritual and moral formation of the youth.

  2. Foster active participation in the liturgy, sacraments, and parish life.

  3. Provide leadership development opportunities.

  4. Unite chapel-based and parish-wide youth efforts.

  5. Promote social responsibility and Christian service.

  6. Support vocation awareness and discernment.

ARTICLE IV – MEMBERSHIP

  1. Membership is open to all Catholic youth aged 13 to 30 in the parish.

  2. Members must actively participate in PYA activities and formation.

  3. Membership may be individual or through chapel/BEC youth groups.

  4. Members are encouraged to receive the sacraments regularly and live a Christian life.

ARTICLE V – STRUCTURE AND OFFICERS

A. Officers:

  1. President (Youth Coordinator)

  2. Vice President

  3. Secretary

  4. Treasurer

  5. Public Relations Officer (PRO)

  6. Committee Heads (e.g., Liturgy, Formation, Social Action, Sports, Arts)

B. Spiritual Director:

A priest or lay pastoral worker assigned by the parish priest.

C. Election:

  • Officers shall be elected by majority vote every two years.

  • Must be in good standing and active for at least one year.

  • No officer may serve more than two consecutive terms in the same position.

ARTICLE VI – COMMITTEES

  1. Liturgy Committee – Organizes youth Masses, prayers, and spiritual activities.

  2. Formation Committee – Plans Bible studies, talks, and recollections.

  3. Service Committee – Coordinates outreach, volunteer efforts, and social action.

  4. Arts and Culture Committee – Handles music, drama, and creative events.

  5. Sports Committee – Promotes sportsmanship, physical health, and youth bonding.

ARTICLE VII – MEETINGS

  1. Regular meetings are held once a month.

  2. Emergency meetings may be called by the President or Spiritual Director.

  3. A quorum consists of 50% + 1 of active officers and representatives.

ARTICLE VIII – FUNDS AND FINANCE

  1. Funds may come from donations, fundraising, and parish subsidies.

  2. The Treasurer shall submit financial reports quarterly.

  3. All financial activities must be transparent and approved by the core group.

ARTICLE IX – AMENDMENTS

Any proposed amendment must be submitted in writing and approved by two-thirds (2/3) of the active members present during a regular meeting.

ARTICLE X – DISSOLUTION

In case of dissolution, all assets shall be turned over to the Parish Finance Council, and records submitted to the parish office.

Youth Formation Year Plan

Parish Youth Association (PYA)
Theme: “Rooted in Christ, Radiating His Love”

GOALS:

  1. Deepen the youth’s relationship with Christ and the Church

  2. Provide doctrinal and moral formation

  3. Equip young people with leadership and mission skills

  4. Promote community building and service

  5. Celebrate youth identity through culture, prayer, and action

MONTHLY FORMATION PLAN

Month Focus Area Formation Activity Description
January Spiritual Renewal Youth Recollection Theme: “New Year, New Heart” with Confession and Mass
February Love & Relationships Talk on Christian Love & Purity Understanding love, dating, chastity, and vocation
March Lenten Reflection Youth Way of the Cross + Confession Meditative Way of the Cross led by PYA
April Holy Week Involvement Youth Participation in Triduum Altar servers, choir, readers, and coordinators
May Marian Devotion Rosary Rally / Marian Catechesis Teach and promote devotion to Mary, Flores de Mayo
June Leadership & Identity Youth Leadership Seminar Personality development, communication, team-building
July Youth in the Church Talk: Role of Youth in the Parish Clarify the mission of youth in Church and society
August National Youth Month Youth Festival / PYA Day Mass, games, talents, outreach, and fellowship
September Doctrine & Catechesis Basic Doctrines 101 Faith, sacraments, commandments, and morality
October Mission & Evangelization Youth Mission Week / Bible Sharing Youth-led Bible sharing and mission in chapels
November Service and Outreach PYA Works of Mercy Drive Visit the sick, clean surroundings, or distribute food
December Advent & Christmas PYA Caroling & Christmas Party Spiritual and social preparation for Christmas

ONGOING ACTIVITIES

  • Monthly Youth Mass (or assigned Sunday choir/lector roles)

  • Monthly Core Group Meeting & Chapel Reports

  • Quarterly Evaluation and Planning Session

  • Regular prayer meetings or Gospel sharing

Special Notes

  • Flexibility: Chapels or BEC-based youth groups can adapt activities to their context.

  • Integration: Activities may be done in collaboration with other ministries (e.g., Lectors, Social Action).

  • Formation Team: Led by the PYA Formation Committee with the support of the Spiritual Director.

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