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High School Youth Ministry

Youth Minister: Kierstin Rowell

Making Disciples

Our High School Youth Ministry provides a place for the young people in our community to seek Jesus alongside their peers and mentors. We offer bible studies, Sacrament Preparation, trips, works of mercy, retreats, conferences, a Student Leadership Team, and more! 

Registration for the 2024-2025 Faith Formation is closed, however, all teens are welcome to join us for Youth Group at any point in the year!

Already registered but need to make a payment? 

Sacrament Preparation

Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation can begin as early as 9th grade for teens in the Diocese of San Diego. Our program's goal is to build teens into disciples who are ready to understand, live, and defend their faith. Included in preparation is scripture study, weekly Mass participation, retreats for teens and parents, works of mercy, large group sessions, Adoration nights, Sunday Purpose sessions, and at home family sessions. Our program is a "hybrid" structure, so it is done partially at home and on your own schedule, and partially in person at the parish. 

If your teen needs to prepare for Baptism, First Communion, or First Reconciliation, we would love to meet with you!

Book an Appointment

Steubenville San Diego

The Steubenville Youth Conference is returning to San Diego this summer, August 1-3, 2025! This transformative weekend is open to teens as incoming freshmen through graduating seniors. 

This is a great opportunity for teens to be inspired in their faith, gathering with thousands of other teens for worship, talks, activities, and times of prayer. 

If you have any questions, please contact Kierstin at (858) 435-0752 or youth@saintgabrielschurch.com 

Works of Mercy

Each teen needs 10 hours per year of Works of Mercy. These hours should be completed through parish activities, unless pre-approved! 

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