ALTUM YOUNG ADULTS · An Apostolate of SOCA
Altum:
A Movement of to Connect Young Adults Desiring Deep Prayer
"Our Christian communities must become genuine schools of prayer . . . It is not therefore a matter of inventing a new program. The program already exists: it is the plan found in the Gospel and in the living Tradition. Ultimately, it has its center in Christ himself . . . Duc in altum—launch into the deep (Luke 5:4)."
-St. John Paul II, Novo Millenio Inuente
WHAT HAPPENS in Altum
— Lifelong friendships
— Marriages
— Conversions
— Religious vocations
10,000+
Introduced to Mental Prayer by SOCA
"I've been able to grow in an incredible way in my relationship with God." -L.M., Participant
7+
Bishops Support
"SOCA (Altum's parent organization) offers an opportunity to tap into the richness of our Catholic mystical tradition."
-Bishop James Conley
duc in altum (luke 5:4)
"Launch into the Deep"
-Jesus
from surface-level prayer
To Deeper, Structured Prayer
— Formation in the mental prayer method of the saints
— An optional 30-day prayer challenge structure so the habit builds while inspiration is high and you have friends to do it with
— A child-like yet mature spirituality rooted in both the sacrificial cross and joyful hope
from SURFACE-LEVEL SOCIALIZING
To Deeper, Meaningful Conversations
— People who want the same things: salvation, vocation, a life lived for God
— Intentional conversations about the spiritual life
— Fun yet classy social environments
from Surface-level Anxiety
To Deeper Life Calling
— Formation on the call to holiness and discernment
— A network of serious Catholics where meeting your future spouse is possible
— Opportunities for mission volunteering and outreach
Mental Prayer
The Heart of Altum: Conversation with Christ
10,000's have learned from Altum's parent organization (SOCA)
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The devil knows he has lost a soul who perseveringly practices mental prayer... He who neglects mental prayer needs not a devil to carry him to hell, but he brings himself there with his own hands.
-ST. TERESA OF ÁVILA
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In mental prayer, the soul is purified from its sins, nourished with charity, confirmed in faith, and strengthened in hope; temptation is conquered, sadness dispelled; drooping powers revive... inflamed with the fire of divine love.
-ST. peter of alcantara
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Mental prayer is morally necessary for salvation... All saints became such through mental prayer.
-ST. alphonsus ligouri
The Church's support of SOCA
Endorsed by 7 Bishops. Built on 8 Years of Formation.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila
"Perhaps now more than ever there is an urgent need for evangelization especially of the youth. SOCA is unique in its blend of zeal authentically Catholic mysticism and practicality to form the next generation of Catholic lay apostles."
Archbishop Alexander Sample
"I have been deeply impressed by the community's commitment to spiritual growth and healing. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking spiritual renewal and connection."
Bishop James Conley
"Souls of the Christian Apostolate has a unique and extremely important mission in today's world. The human person longs for connection at the deepest and most spiritual levels of their being. SOCA offers an opportunity for Catholics, and other Christians of Good Will, to tap into the richness of our Catholic mystical tradition."
Archbishop Thomas E. Gullickson
"SOCA is among the honest and enthusiastic efforts in the Church today to contribute to the all-important work of Evangelization, sowing the seed of the Gospel in people's hearts, and thereby to bring our world to Jesus, the Lord of Life. This group is both solid and genuine; it speaks to our times. Men and young men, in particular, need a challenge, while being offered solid Catholic nourishment rooted in our best tradition."
ALTUM
Duc in Altum — Launch into the deep.
A movement of depth. The young adult arm of SOCA — Souls of the Christian Apostolate, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in Denver, Colorado in 2018.
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