Young Adults
Connect with Us
There is a great network of young adults in the Diocese who would love to connect young Catholics aged between 18-35. There are various parish young adults groups and there are also other informal groups of young adults that gather for regular prayer, praise and worship, tramping and social meet ups. There is also a young adults overnight retreat each year organised by either the Catholic Youth Team or one of our Parish Young Adults groups.
No matter your background or where you are on your faith journey, our young adults are really welcoming and would love to have you make contact.
Catholic Cathedral Parish
Cathedral Parish Young Adults meet together after the 4.30pm Mass at St. Mary’s Pro Cathedral. They meet weekly and have socials on the first and third Sunday of the month, going out to different places around town. On the second and fourth Sunday of the month, they meet to do more faith based activities.
For more information click to join the Facebook page or email Grace
Christ the Redeemer Parish
Christ the Redeemer Parish Young Adults group Host a number of events throughout the year, including praise and worship nights, socials and more! If you are interested in getting involved, contact Fr Alister.
For more information, visit their Facebook page
Holy Family Parish
The Holy Family Parish Young Adults group meet every second Tuesday at 7pm St Teresa's Hall, 8 Puriri St, Riccarton.
These gatherings offer a mix of engaging discussions, faith formation and opportunities to draw wisdom from the priest present.
Beyond our regular meetings, we also organise:
- Young Adult Retreats – A chance to step away, reflect, and grow in faith.
- Hikes & Social Events – Including dances, mountain hikes, and other great ways to connect.
- Young Adults Mass – Every Sunday at 7 PM at St. Teresa’s, followed by a social gathering at the pub.
- Young Professionals Group – Meets monthly for deeper discussions on faith and work life.
- Praise & Worship Nights – A time of prayer and music, held monthly.
For more details, contact us at youngadults@holyfamily.nz. We’d love to have you join us!
Queen of Peace Parish
Queen of Peace Parish Young Adults meet weekly on Monday nights at the 6pm with Mass at Sacred Heart, Addington.
Mass is often followed by a Rosary with a time of Adoration and Confession. After this, the young adults gather together in the parish hall for a session and dinner.
Please email Fr Ben for more information.
Stella Maris Parish
Stella Maris Parish Young Adults gather fortnightly on Saturday evenings at 7pm at St. Anne’s Church Hall, 739 Ferry Road, Woolston, Christchurch 8023.
The Young Adults often come together for bible studies, but also for events throughout the year including praise and worship nights. They also bring together other older youth and young adults to play together in sports teams!
University of Canterbury Catholic Society
The University of Canterbury Catholic Society have regular meet ups including movie nights, bible studies, lunchtime get togethers barbeques and much more. They also like to go on outdoor pursuits. Generally, the meeting location is 5 Rountree St. Ilam.
Click here to visit their Facebook page to get connected and stay updated.
Catholic Tertiary Chaplaincy (CTC)
University is a time of discovery—about yourself, your future, and your faith. The Catholic Tertiary Chaplaincy (CTC)is here to walk with you on that journey, providing a welcoming space to encounter Christ, ask big questions, and find lifelong friends.
Based at Kolbe House (5 Rountree Street, Ilam), we serve students at the University of Canterbury, Lincoln University, and Ara Institute of Canterbury. Whether you’re looking for community, sacraments, deeper faith formation, or just a place to belong, we’re here for you.
What We Offer:
- A Faith Community – Meet other students who are walking the same journey.
- Mass & Sacraments – Stay spiritually nourished while you study.
- Small Groups & One-on-One Support – Grow in your faith in a way that fits your life.
- Retreats & Large Events – Opportunities to step back, reflect, and be strengthened.
- A Safe Space to Ask Questions – Whether you’re strong in faith or just exploring, this is a place where no question is too big or too small.
Come and see! Whether you pop in for a coffee, join a small group, or just want to meet other Catholic students, we’d love to welcome you.
Location: Kolbe House, 5 Rountree Street
Email: tertiary@cdoc.nz
Facebook: @tchaplaincy
Chaplain: Fr Michael Therese
Campus Ministers: Mary Allan & Em Em Talaboc
See you at Kolbe House!
To find out about upcoming Catholic young adult events in your community visit the Catholic Diocese of Christchurch Young Adults Facebook page
