Formational Ministries support the development of small faith communities of parishioners within the parish. Formational Ministries also oversee matters pertaining to parish membership and young adult ministries. For any information regarding Formational Ministries, please contact Don Musacchio at (215) 482-4264, ext. 11 or at dmusacchio@stmarymanayunk.com.

Word's for Life: This small group meets weekly to discuss the previous Sunday's Gospel and homily and how to apply it to every day life.

Couples' Groups: These groups bring together couples to share their faith, support each other, improve the foundations of their relationship, and learn about a Christian approach to marriage.

Men's Groups: These groups facilitate men gathering together to share their faith, support each other, and learn about a Christian approach to masculinity regarding both the single and married states in life.

Women's Groups: These groups facilitate women gathering together to share their faith, support each other, and learn about a Christian approach to femininity regarding both the single and married states in life.

Study Groups: These groups bring together people who are interested in learning about topics which are relevant to the Christian life. Groups can be organized around a wide variety of topics or geared toward various affinity groups.

Parish Membership: The membership ministry welcomes new members to the parish. It hosts events at which new members can register, learn about parish ministry opportunities and be introduced to the parish community. The membership ministry also coordinates Orientation Sessions to teach new parishioners about the mission of St. Mary of the Assumption Parish and to help assimilate them into the life of the parish community.

Young Adults: St. Mary of the Assumption Parish's Young Adult Minis­try supports members of the parish who are in their 20's and 30's. Young Adult Ministry organizes social and spiritual events which are specifically designed to meet the needs of young adults. The ministry also collabo­rates with the Christian Brothers' Spiritual Center in providing program­ming specifically designed for a young adult audience.