MONICA LEON
Director of Millennial Ministry and Confirmation
Monica has served as the Director of Youth Ministry and Confirmation at American Martyrs for five years and will step into a new position as Director of Millennial Ministry, overseeing the growth of T&T ( Twenties and Thirties) Ministry, Confirmation, and Youth Ministry. Prior to her arrival at American Martyrs, she was the Director of Campus Ministry and taught in the Religious Studies department at Saint Joseph High School in Lakewood California. She actively works with the T&T Coalition to encourage the spiritual, educational, and social aspect of young adults. She'll partner with the new Youth Minister at American Martyrs to nurture the growth of the Life Teen Ministry. As Confirmation Director, she coordinates spiritual formation and catechesis, Core Team, and Confirmation Retreats. She has a passion for music, especially praise and worship, and loves to sing and play guitar. Monica is passionate about the Catholic faith and wants to empower teens to know, love, and share their faith with others.
To contact Monica, email her at mleon@americanmartyrs.org or call 310-546-4734
MATTHEW LEON
Youth Minister and Coordinator of LinC Faith-sharing Small Groups
Matthew Leon has led youth ministry initiatives since 2004. He has served as Coordinator of Youth Ministry, Confirmation and middle school ministry at Holy Family Catholic Church in Glendale and St. Bruno's Catholic Church in Whittier. Matthew brings with him national training and lived experience in youth ministry, young adult ministry, music and liturgy. Ministering on a local and international level, he has served youth groups and their leaders from South America to Canada. Matthew also serves as an area contact for Life Teen International and has served as a speaker for the National Federation of Catholic Youth Ministry Conference. In addition to his youth ministry work, he is a member of the band, WAL, a ministry focused on proclaiming the Gospel through a joyful witness of music. Matthew Leon, joined by his wife and 3 children are excited to join our community and serve.
To contact Matthew, email him at matthew.leon@americanmartyrs.org or call 310-546-4734
To contact Matthew, email him at matthew.leon@americanmartyrs.org or call 310-546-4734
CORE TEAM
The Core Team is an essential part of the ministry. They help with all parts of the ministry from setting up for Life Nights to teaching at Confirmation Classes.
If you want to get involved and become a Core Team Member please contact Monica Leon or Matthew Leon.
If you want to get involved and become a Core Team Member please contact Monica Leon or Matthew Leon.
