Welcome!

United Catholic Youth Ministries (UCYM) is a collaborative Catholic ministry that supports parishes and Catholic communities with youth leadership, outreach, and programming through a model of synodality and accompaniment.

Based in Chicago, UCYM supports parishes and Catholic communities across the country.

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HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?

Learn more about becoming a site or strategic partner of UCYM. There is no contract or financial commitment. Our mission is to provide ministerial support and accompaniment to Catholic communities that want to build community for young people.

Our Podcast is Returning!

We are excited to be relaunching our podcast program Closed on Sunday! To learn more about ways you can get involved, contact Veronica Rusk, our program director, at [email protected].

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News Room

Check out our News Room to read the latest news, reflections, and updates.

​Building Catholic Community

Liturgy & Spirituality
Christian Service
Advocacy & Social Justice
Belonging

Community Bulletin Board

Want to submit something to share? Send your submissions to [email protected].
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Address & Hours

Mailing Address
St. Scholastica Monastery
7430 N. Ridge Blvd.
​Chicago, IL 60645
​Directions

​Hours of Availability
Contact Staff to schedule meetings.

After Hours (Immediate Assistance - TEXT ONLY)
If you are experiencing a life-threatening situation, please call 9-1-1. If you need non-emergency resources, contact us. 
Phone: 224-307-4048

Why We Use Pronouns

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Giving to UCYM

UCYM is a tax-exempt organization with a 501(c)(3) status. All donations are tax deductible. For more information about giving, please contact us at [email protected].

Connect

Phone: ​847-719-9071
Text Us: 224-307-4048
Email: [email protected]

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