“Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.” 

Faith.Fellowship.Fun. Welcome to the St. Matthew Youth Group page! We are an active and welcoming community of middle and high school students who come together to grow in faith, serve others, and build lasting friendships. Through gatherings, Bible studies, retreats, service projects, and fun social events, we're creating a space where teens can be themselves, connect with others, and live out their faith with confidence.

All youth grades 6-12 are invited to join the youth group. Click here to register. 

Come hang out, have fun, and grow in faith. 

Upcoming Events & Activities

There's always something exciting happening at St. Matthew Youth Group! From our Sunday night gatherings and fun outings to service opportunities, special events, and faith-filled experiences, there's something for everyone.

Our events are a great way for youth to build friendships, grow in their faith, have fun, and become more involved in our parish community. Whether you're joining us for the first time or have been part of Youth Group for years, everyone is welcome!

Check out our upcoming events below, mark your calendars, and invite a friend. We can't wait to see you!

Adventures, Friendship & Faith

At St. Matthew Youth Group, we love getting together outside of our regular Sunday night meetings! Our outings give youth the opportunity to step away from their everyday routines, try new things, build lasting friendships, and make unforgettable memories.

From exciting adventures at Bellevue Berry Farm to other fun activities throughout the year, our outings are all about laughter, fellowship, and growing together in faith. These experiences help our youth strengthen their friendships, welcome new faces, and discover the joy of being part of a faith-filled community.

Bellevue Berry Farm 2027

Our second annual Youth Group outing to Bellevue Berry Farm was a night to remember! From the haunted house and haunted hayride to hot dogs and s’mores around the campfire, there was plenty of fun, laughter, and a few scares along the way. It was wonderful to see our youth building friendships and enjoying time together as a parish community. Thank you to everyone who joined us and to our chaperones for helping make the evening a success. Enjoy a few photos from our adventure!

The Culture Project Visits the Sunday Night Youth Group!

We are excited to welcome missionaries from The Culture Project to our St. Matthew Youth Group throughout the year!

The Culture Project is an organization of young Catholic missionaries dedicated to helping young people understand their God-given dignity, recognize their worth, and live lives rooted in virtue, authentic love, and respect for others.

Throughout the year, the missionaries will join us for Youth Group nights, spending time getting to know our teens, building friendships, and sharing their faith. They recently gave an engaging presentation on Social Media, encouraging our youth to think about how social media influences their lives, relationships, and self-worth.

Later this year, they will return to give a presentation on Human Dignity, helping our teens better understand the value of every person and what it means to see ourselves and others through God's eyes.

We are grateful for the opportunity to have these wonderful young missionaries spend time with our Youth Group and look forward to the conversations, friendships, and faith-filled experiences ahead! 

Serving Others, Growing in Faith

At St. Matthew Youth Group, we believe that faith is more than something we learn about—it's something we live! Through service projects, parish events, and volunteer opportunities, our youth are encouraged to put their faith into action by helping others and making a difference in our church and community.

Whether it's lending a hand at parish events, supporting local organizations, or helping those in need, each opportunity allows our youth to grow in compassion, leadership, and friendship while following Christ's example of love and service.

Together, we can make a difference—one act of kindness at a time!

Steubenville Youth Conference 2027

We are excited to announce that our Youth Group will be attending the Steubenville Youth Conference, July 16–18, 2027, in Springfield, Missouri!

Last year, St. Matthew and St. Mary's parishes had approximately 40 youth attend this incredible weekend filled with faith, fellowship, inspiring speakers, praise and worship, and opportunities to grow closer to Christ.

The conference is open to incoming high school freshmen through incoming college freshmen. We look forward to another amazing experience together!

Scholarship Opportunities

We understand that attending the conference can be a financial commitment, and we want to help make this experience possible for as many youth as we can! Scholarship opportunities will be available to help offset the cost of attending.

Youth requesting scholarship assistance are required to participate in all Youth Group fundraising activities throughout the year, beginning with our Bake Sale on November 21–22. This includes volunteering for at least one bake sale shift. Fundraising opportunities will also be available for families who do not need scholarships but would like to help reduce their out-of-pocket costs.

Interested in learning more? Click here to join our information list and receive updates as details become available.

Joining the information list does not commit you to attending. It simply ensures you receive information as plans are finalized.

Enjoy a few photos from our 2026 Steubenville trip and see some of the wonderful memories our youth made along the way!