Secretariat for Apostolates, Social Ministries, and Special Initiatives
The Secretariat for Apostolates, Social Ministries, and Special Initiatives supports Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades’ vision by coordinating key initiatives and fostering partnerships across various ministries to promote faith, service, and outreach within the diocese.
What We Do
Catholic Social Ministries
We advances justice and compassion through Catholic Social Ministries, including the Catholic Campaign for Human Development, Catholic Relief Services, and the Catholic Climate Covenant.
World Youth Day
World Youth Day occurs every three years and is a global gathering of young people to grow in faith, unity, and mission with the Church.
Liaison with Apostolates
We serves as a bridge between approved apostolates and diocesan leadership, ensuring collaboration in mission and ministry.
Liason with Catholic Scouting
We supports Catholic Scouting by coordinating religious emblem programs, recognizing youth achievements, and offering events that foster faith, leadership, and service.
National Eucharistic Revival
Deepen your understanding and love for the Eucharist, the source and summit of our faith, through resources and initiatives from the National Eucharistic Revival.
Special Initiatives
We oversees additional projects as needed. In particular, this includes Laudato Si initiatives.