WHAT IS SYLC?

The Salesian Youth Leadership Conference (SYLC) is a formation experience of Salesian spirituality, leadership training and networking for young people from Salesian ministries throughout the Western United States. Since the summer of 1985, young people and adults have gathered at SYLC to develop their abilities as youth ministry leaders and to grow in friendship as members of the Salesian Youth Movement.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND SYLC?

SYLC is for young people between the ages of 15 and 21 from Salesian schools, parishes, youth centers and camps who are either already in leadership or demonstrate potential for being a Christian leader among their peers. SYLC is also for adults who serve in ministry with youth. Full participation in the SYLC experience will equip youth, young adult and adult leaders with skills and strategies for Salesian youth ministry.

WHEN IS SYLC?

SYLC will begin on Sunday, June 8, 2025 and conclude Saturday, June 14, 2025. The Pre-SYLC workshops will take place on April 12.

WHEN IS THE SYLC DEPOSIT DUE?

SYLC deposit form and $250 per participant are due February 13th, 2025.

All SYLC forms are due March 28th, 2025.

And all remaining balances are due May 1st, 2025.

How do I apply for SYLC Spirit Team 2025?

Applications are due October 1st, 2024 and interviews will be conducted during that month.

Please contact the Youth Ministry office to apply (562) 925-2250 ext. 203 or email: sdbyouth@salesianym.org.

Spirit Team 2025 will be announced Nov 1st, 2024.

WHERE DOES SYLC TAKE PLACE?

SYLC will be held at Camp St. Francis, in Aptos, California. It is our priority that the program is an experience that is given safely in adhering to county health regulations and protocols.

HOW MUCH DOES SYLC COST?

The program fee for SYLC is $500 per participant. This includes lodging, food, training program and materials for six days.  This also includes assessment tools, SYLC participants packet, and secured access to resources from our SYLC website. Some Salesian communities conduct fundraisers to help offset the cost of their participants. 

HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN COME TO SYLC FROM MY SITE?

Salesian sites may bring up to six (6) youth participants plus (1) adult participant or chaperone.  Non-Salesian sites may also bring up to six (6) youth participants. Space is limited and first come, first serve so it is encouraged that you send in all necessary forms and payments in a timely manner. ADULT LEADERS/CHAPERONES MUST BE AT LEAST 25 YEARS OLD.