We are domestic missionaries serving the Catholic Church, providing quality youth ministry to parishes of all sizes. We work as a team, supporting one another and learning alongside each other to become the dedicated ministers that God has called us to be. God has set this mission before us, and we are being led by the Spirit to answer this call.

The mission of Ablaze Ministries is to implement the US Bishops’ vision of comprehensive youth ministry, by engaging, nurturing, and empowering discipleship in young people, ministers and volunteers, as well as within families. 

Ablaze Ministries

Ablaze Ministries' headquarters in Bryan, TX, United States

Matt Rice

Chris Bartlett

Alycia Frech

Celina Pinedo

Allison Sullivan

Frank Ashley

Weslei Rice

Bob Rice

Julia Motekaitis

Matthew Lenzen

The Strategic Planning team at Ablaze Ministries focuses on developing and executing initiatives that align with the organization's mission to enhance youth ministry across parishes. This team collaborates to create long-term goals, assess resource allocation, and implement strategies that engage and empower young people, ministers, and families in their faith journey. Through visionary leadership and integrative planning, they ensure that the ministry effectively supports its mission and adapts to the evolving needs of the community.

Strategic Planning

The Project Management Team at Ablaze Ministries is dedicated to orchestrating and executing youth ministry initiatives that align with the US Bishops' vision. This team collaborates to plan, develop, and implement programs, ensuring they effectively engage and empower young disciples, ministers, and families. By fostering a supportive environment, they work diligently to enhance the impact of the ministry across parishes of all sizes.

Project Management Team

The Youth Ministry team at Ablaze Ministries focuses on cultivating strong discipleship and faith formation among young people within parishes. They engage youth through dynamic programs, nurturing their spiritual growth and empowering them to take active roles in their faith communities. The team collaborates closely with families, volunteers, and local ministers to create a supportive environment that fosters a deep connection to the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Youth Ministry

The Operations and Administration team at Ablaze Ministries ensures the smooth functioning of day-to-day activities, focusing on financial management, recruitment, and organizational efficiency. By overseeing budgets, coordinating resources, and streamlining administrative processes, this team supports the overall mission of fostering youth discipleship and empowering ministries, enabling a vibrant and effective outreach to parishes.

Operations and Administration

The Leadership Team at Ablaze Ministries is responsible for guiding the organization's strategic direction and ensuring alignment with its mission to empower youth ministry. Comprising key visionaries and integrators, this team collaborates to develop initiatives, foster a collaborative culture, and support the growth of ministers, volunteers, and families within the Catholic Church. They actively cultivate discipleship and community engagement, driving the fulfillment of the U.S. Bishops’ vision through innovative programming and resource development.

Ablaze Ministries

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Board & advisors

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Strategic Planning

Project Management Team

Youth Ministry

Operations and Administration

Leadership Team

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Ablaze Ministries

Org chart

Board & advisors

Teams

Strategic Planning

Project Management Team

Youth Ministry

Operations and Administration

Leadership Team

Offices

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