The C.Y.O. attempts to fulfill the needs of young people in five areas: social, spiritual, athletic, cultural and service. The organization is meant to assist the youth in finding their identity in Christ, in understanding their responsibility toward others, and in developing a well-rounded personality. C.Y.O. athletics and activities are open to all children of the parish in grades 5 through 8 and in some cases even at earlier ages. Interested adults are encouraged to become members by helping with planning and executing the various programs or by acting as coaches. †