The parishes are known for their youth ministry and social justice work.

Now 30, he joined the youth ministry at his Washington church four years ago and began doing volunteer work.

The youth ministry also sponsors several conference events every year.

Other church programs include a youth ministry and food pantry.

Graduates prepare for a career in youth ministry through the local church.

However, there is still a core emphasis on youth ministry.

In 1990 he acknowledged having sexual contact with six young girls, and church officials forced him to give up his youth ministry.

The youth ministry, which educates children from 10 to 16, has 28 students.

Additionally, the monks are involved in health care and youth ministry.

He considers himself as a Christian while growing up, was heavily involved in youth ministries.