Anna Marie Wright

Anna Marie Wright has served in youth and young adult ministry for more than 20 years at the parish, diocesan, and national levels. She has held positions on both executive and leadership boards for the National Catholic Young Adult Ministry Association (NCYAMA). She worked several summers for the Center for Ministry Development as a prayer and music coordinator for their program “Young Neighbors in Action.” She was a member of the core planning team for the inaugural National Catholic Collegiate Conference sponsored by NFCYM, NCYAMA, and NCSC. She currently serves as the project manager for the 2015 NCCC, and serves as a leadership consultant, artist developer, and mentor for professionals throughout the nation. In addition, Anna-Marie is an adjunct professor for the BAS program at College of Central Florida. She holds a bachelor’s degree in sacred music and a master’s degree in organizational management and leadership. While very passionate about music, youth, and young adult ministry, Anna-Marie also enjoys traveling with her husband and visiting family, friends, theme parks, and tourist attractions around the world.
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Awakening the Spirit Nature Walk
A nature outing that includes a local water feature, whether it is a creek, river, pond, lake, or ocean. Participants hike there together and do some reflection on baptism or the renewing power of water.
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Stone Soup
Stone Soup raises awareness among young adults about poverty in their communities and helps the young adults raise money for a local charity or food bank.
More Like Christ
This evening program helps young adults understand that accountability is very important in living a Christian life.
Bible on the Beach
Sun, sand, salt water, music, fellowship, and last, but certainly not least, the Word of God! Young adults gather to enjoy the beautiful summer weather and scriptural faith sharing.
A Journey Toward Salvation — What Does Our Baptismal Call Mean?
This program features speakers, discussion, and a prayer service that will help young adults strengthen and renew their baptismal commitment and learn about their connection to the Body of Christ.
Faith, Food, and Fellowship: Five-Week Lenten Prayer Series
This weekly meal and scripture program gives young adults the opportunity to reflect on the Sunday readings during Lent in a setting that builds community and provides nourishment for body and soul.