MYA
Mission
The goal of the MYA on the National, Eparchial and parish (local) level is to assist each young adult to come to a greater appreciation and involvement with his/her faith in God and service for the gospel of Christ and for the needs of others in our families, among our friends, and in our communities.
Goals
Call young adults to be disciples of Jesus Christ, so that they may be lights in the world
Draw young adults into the life, work, and mission of the faith community
Foster the total personal and spiritual growth of young adults thus deepening their faith in Christ
Objectives
To enable young adults to hear the Good News of Jesus Christ
To connect young adults with the life of the parish community and to make them more visible in parish life
To enable young adults to know and understand the teachings, traditions and practices of the Maronite Church, deepening their Christian identity
To enable young adults to better understand their Maronite Catholic faith and to live it at home, school, work, and during recreation
To provide a safe environment and a place where young adults share and grow together in faith, learning more about being Christian Maronite Catholic
To develop an intentional outreach to uninvolved and non-practicing peers
To involve young adults in prayer and worship
To enable our young adults to continue being and to become happy, healthy and holy adults
News Items
By Webmaster on August 28, 2020
Update! Thank you to everyone who donated or entered the raffle. We really appreciate your support and your generosity in Lebanon’s time of need. We are happy to announce that we have raised $3,330 and the proceeds will be split evenly between Caritas Lebanon and the Lebanese Red Cross. We could not have done this […]
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By Joseph on December 15, 2018
Enjoy an evening removed from the stresses of children, careers, and housework. Join us for our first Young Married Fellowship Encounter evening. Friday January 18, 2018 7pm Dinner & Drinks Parish Center (Independence) Up to 40 years of age. No RSVP needed Marriage is a lifelong adventure of growing together through every age and stage […]
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By Webmaster on November 10, 2017
The MYA and the MYO present their annual Friendsgiving event. Give thanks and partake in a feast with friends on Saturday, November 25, 2017 after the 5 p.m. liturgy in the Parish Center. Please bring a dish to share
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By Webmaster on March 18, 2017
MYA Event: Trapped Escape Room $15 ONLY 20 SPOTS AVAILABLE MUST SIGN UP March 23, 2017 @ 8:00 pm See bulletin for details
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By Webmaster on December 4, 2016
Join us for the annual MYA Chirstmas Party on December 17 from 7p to 10p Venue: Downtown Church Hall 1245 Carnegie Ave. Cleveland, Ohio 44115 $10 Donation Don’t forget to wear your ugly Christmas sweater!!
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By Webmaster on April 23, 2016
This retreat welcomes all young adults 18 – 35 years of age, both single and married. Online Registration Schedule Host: St. Rafka Maronite Church 32765 Lyndon St. Livonia, MI 48154 Hotel: Crowne Plaza 27000 Karevich Dr. Novi, MI 48377 For additional information and questions, please contact: st.rafkachurch@gmail.com
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By Webmaster on February 13, 2016
The Corner Alley Downtown @ East 4th 402 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114 Bowling alley with an American bar & grill serving creative starters, pizza, burgers & sandwiches.
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By Webmaster on December 6, 2015
The MYA will be hosting their annual Ugly Christmas Sweater party on Friday, December 11th at 8:00 pm It will be held at Taza Lebanese Grill, 1400 W 6th Street, Cleveland, OH 44113 Cost is $10
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By Webmaster on December 18, 2014
Join the Maronite Young Adults for their annual Christmas party! Friday, December 19, 2014 @ 8:00pm Downtown in the Church basement: 1245 Carnegie Ave, Cleveland, OH Cost: $20 per person – Includes food, drinks, and music Catered by Antonio’s Italian Restaurant
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By Rev. Fr. George Hajj on December 14, 2013
The MYA will be hosting its annual Ugly Christmas Sweater Party on December 20th at 8 pm – Downtown Church A couple of things to keep in mind! 1) $10 donation (of which some will go to Cleveland Food Bank) 2) In keeping with tradition, we will have an ugly Christmas sweater contest! The winner […]
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