Brenda Noriega was born and raised in Mexico. From an early age, she has served God’s people and influenced her community at the parish and diocesan level. Brenda earned a master’s degree in pastoral ministries from the University of Santa Clara. She is currently the young adults programs coordinator for the Diocese of San Bernardino. Brenda collaborates in multiple regional committees representing young people and is also a member of the National Advisory Board for young adult ministry. Her passion is to empower young people, developing their leadership skills to become missionary disciples who practice Christian values in their daily lives.