Young Adult Ministry

Marist Young Adult Ministry developed in the early 1970s as a response to the growing need for a more formal approach to meeting the needs of young people’s personal and communal development in a Christian context.

Sponsored and overseen by the Marist Brothers of the Melbourne Province, the ministry has grown exponentially with many centres of operation and involvement and with a distinct emphasis on social justice in both the local and international context.
The Marists see their ministry with and for young people, especially encouraging ministry of youth to youth - peer ministry.

Today, Marist Young Adult Ministry actively involves over 300 young adults throughout Melbourne and touches thousands more through a myriad of events and programs. It is perhaps the largest operation of its kind in Australia and provides a number of services - formally and informally - which are not offered otherwise.
Brothers and lay people work side-by-side to keep Marist Young Adult Ministry at the forefront of youth programs.

Supporting young Australian adults in their desire to be among those on the fringes of society and together build a community of faith that is both life giving and real.

Young Adult Community

Marist Young Adult Community (MYAC) is a lay Christian Community of young adults who seek to share in the Marist spirit.

In coming together to form community, young adults commit to some active outreach work among Melbourne’s disadvantaged and marginalized people. The community is sponsored by the Marist Brothers, Melbourne Province.

Who is it for? MYAC is open to both women and men aged between 20-30 years.

Community members are asked to commit to the life and development of this intentional Christian community for 12 months from late January until December .

A minimum of 10 hours of voluntary work per week is required and placements are by mutual negotiation. Community members may be part-time or full-time students or employed. The development of the community is facilitated by a team of two.

Community location: Melbourne’s inner-north.

Finance: The Marist Brothers cover the costs of rental, maintenance and formation activities. Community members cover the costs of food, telephone and personal items.

Application and Selection: Applications in writing, see below for application form. Names of referees and reference should also be included with the application form.

The Young Adult Community is currently in temporary abeyance. It is hoped that the community might form again in 2011.

Expressions of Interest: If you would like more information on MYAC  please contact Mr Paul Chalkley  Email: pchalkley@maristmelb.org.au