Catholic Diocese of Cairns | Cairns Catholic Youth Ministry

Cairns Catholic Youth Ministry encourages and supports young people in the life of the Church

Our vision is guided by the Australian Catholic Bishops’ goals for comprehensive youth ministry, which are:

To foster the personal and spiritual growth of each young person
To draw young people into responsible participation in the life, mission, and work of the Catholic faith community
To empower young people to live as disciples of Jesus Christ in our world today.

World Youth Day Seoul 2027

“Take courage! I have overcome the world.” – John 16:33

Join the Diocese of Cairns pilgrimage to World Youth Day Seoul 2027!

The Diocese of Cairns, in partnership with Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns, is organising a pilgrimage to South Korea for World Youth Day Seoul 2027.

Young people aged 16–35, along with accompanying family members, are invited to join pilgrims from around the world for an experience of faith, friendship, culture and pilgrimage.

Our 11-day pilgrimage will depart Cairns on Friday 30 July 2027 and include a pre-Wolrd Youth Day journey through significant sites in Seoul, Suwon and Jeonju, followed by participation in World Youth Day activities. The group will depart Seoul on Monday 9 August 2027.

Expressions of Interest Now Open

Please note that submitting an Expression of Interest does not confirm a place on the pilgrimage. A formal registration process will commence once participant numbers have been finalised.

Register Your Expression of Interest

Official World Youth Day Seoul 2027 Website

Download flyer for pilgrimage dates, estimated costs and further information.

Local Youth Groups

Ablaze Young Adult’s Group, Northern Beaches Parish

Ablaze Youth (Year 7 to Year 12) is held at Holy Cross Parish every second Friday of the month from 6:30pm to 8:15pm. The first Friday is Content Night, where participants explore topics such as the sacraments, Church history, and key questions of faith (e.g. What is faith?). All teaching is overseen by Parish Priest, Fr Dariusz, ensuring it remains true to the Catholic faith. Evenings include food, games, activities, small groups, and opportunities to connect with other Catholic youth. The second Friday is Adoration Night, featuring a talk or personal faith testimony. It also includes Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and the opportunity for Confession, with music or silence for prayer, providing space to gather and honour the Lord together.

Ablaze Young Adults Dinner (ages 18 to 35) is a monthly event, usually held on the third Saturday. Participants attend the 6pm Vigil Mass before gathering at a leader’s home or a restaurant for dinner and fellowship. The evening offers a relaxed environment to share a meal, build friendships, explore the faith, and connect with other Catholic young adults.

For more information, contact the Northern Beaches Parish at northernbeaches.parish@cairns.catholic.org.au

Other Youth Initiatives in the Cairns Region

The groups listed here are not affiliated with the Catholic Diocese of Cairns, however they operate within our diocesan boundaries and may be of interest to young people and families in the region. We share this information for reference only and do not oversee or take responsibility for the leadership, activities, or content provided by these organisations.

St Carlo's Youth Day 2025

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