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The History, Mission and Vision of Genesis Ministries
In 1996, the United States Council of Catholic Bishops approved and published Sons and Daughters of the Light, a national ministerial plan for young adults. This document outlined four basic goals and objectives for the Church as we reach out to young people:
  1. Connecting young adults with Jesus Christ.
  2. Connecting young adults with the Church.
  3. Connecting young adults with the Mission of the Church.
  4. Connecting young adults with a peer community.

[The Archdiocese of Detroit defines young adults as "married, single or single-again person, in their late teens, twenties, and thirties."]

The release by the Archdiocese of Detroit, "Campus & Young Adult Ministry: A New Model" called for each geographical area to collaborate in providing both campus ministry and young adult ministry to its region. According to the plan, though campus ministry and young adult ministry each have their own distinct purpose, they are inseparably linked in their goals and sharing of support.

Genesis Ministries is Oakland County's response to the "New Model." Combining the resources of the 5 vicariates that exist in Oakland County (Pontiac Area, Bloomfield-Birmingham-Troy, Lakes, Southeast Oakland and Farmington-Southfield) and expanding pre-existing ministries and programs, Genesis exemplifies the goals set forth in the "New Model. Under the guidance of a full time Campus and full time Young Adult minister, Genesis seeks to provide a connection for young adult Catholics to the four areas listed above.

By combining the talents, gifts and charisms of various individuals and groups in the area, Genesis provides formation and a solid framework to reach out to young adult Catholics in a comprehensive way. Through the efforts of many peer and parish organizations, young adults in Oakland County have the opportunity to gather together to worship, serve, learn, socialize and deepen their Catholic faith.

If you have any questions regarding Genesis Ministries, or would like more information, please contact us at info@genesis-ministries.org.