Connecting Catholic Young Adults in Central Texas

Looking to connect with other young adults who share your faith?

At Central Texas Catholic, an initiative of the Office of Young Adult Ministry for the Diocese of Austin, we’re here to help you find your place among fellow young Catholics (ages 23-39). Whether you’re in a season of discernment, building a new relationship, or raising a young family, we offer opportunities to grow in faith and community alongside others in similar stages of life. From building new friendships and serving your community to attending faith-based events, you’ve come to the right place. Dive in and discover ways to make a difference while deepening your Catholic faith!

Find Your Region

Click on the map below to be redirected to the region page where you can discover what’s happening for young adults in your area!

Bryan/College-STATION WACO HILL COUNTRY BELL COUNTY AUSTIN SOUTHEAST SANMARCOS 35 35 35 Killeen Temple Dripping Springs Buda Kyle Bastrop Brenham Mason Llano

2027 regional rep applications are open sept 13-30

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Meet your Diocese of Austin young adult representatives

Jocelyn Perez

Director of Young Adult, Diocese of Austin

Austin, TX

Jocelyn grew up in Round Rock, TX and was a parishioner at St. William Catholic Church prior to attending UT-Austin. She later served as a FOCUS missionary and 5 years in campus ministry at UT. She is currently a parishioner at Saint Mary Cathedral in downtown Austin and looks forward to connecting with the young adults of central Texas!

Come say hello at the Pastoral Center
jocelyn-perez@austindiocese.org
Fr. Chris Smith

Young Adult Chaplain, Diocese of Austin

Sacred Heart Catholic Church, La Grange

Fr. Chris grew up in College Station, TX and was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Austin in 2020. He served with NET ministries for 3 years after graduating from Texas A&M and he accompanies FOCUS missionaries throughout the year in different ways. Fr Chris is very excited to serve the young adults of Central Texas! He currently serves as the administrator of Sacred Heart parish in La Grange.

Come say hello at Sacred Heart Catholic Church
fr-chris-smith@austindiocese.org

Events

Sunday
Sep
27
2PM

Heaven in Stone and Glass Private Movie Screening

Cinemark Waco and XD
2400 Creekview Dr., Waco, TX 76711

Join Waco young adults for a screening of Bishop Barron’s latest movie! Discounted tickets available. Dinner social to follow.

Wednesday
Sep
30
6:30-9PM

Mini Golf and Social

Happy Foxhole
1710 N FM 1626

Join young adults across the San Marcos region for an evening of mini golf and social! Discounted pricing at $10 for mini golf available for those playing!

Saturday
Oct
24
Noon-2PM

Created to Create: Creating Beauty, Encountering the Divine

St. Mary's Catholic Church O'Reilly Building
1018 S 7th St, Temple, TX 76504

Join us St. Mary’s Catholic Church O’Reilly Building for an afternoon of encountering the divine. Inspired by Pope St. John Paul II’s theology of beauty, we will listen to a reflection while painting an image of the sacred heart. This sip and paint event will include light horderves and refreshments. Bring a beverage to share!

Friday
Oct
30
6PM

Holy & Happy Hour

St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church | Tilted Pint
2541 Earl Rudder Fwy, College Station, TX 77845 | 4248 Boonville Rd, Bryan, TX 77802

Join BCS young adults for a holy & happy hour before the end of the year!

6PM Holy Hour

7PM Happy Hour @ Tilted Pint

Ministry Leaders: Have an event you want to promote?

The Diocese of Austin includes a number of young adult ministries across central Texas. We’d love to promote your next event!

Currently a college student or 18-22 years old?

Check out these ministry opportunities for you around the Diocese:

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