More than 8,000 young adults from around the country gathered at McCormick Place for a biennial conference sponsored by the Fellowship of Catholic University Students, known as FOCUS, in Chicago in early January to gain the tools to share their faith with the world.
Young adults gather for fellowship, learn ways to share faith with world
Black Elk and the need for catechists
As there is a growing number of “nones” or religiously unaffiliated in our country, we must make a renewed commitment to the work of handing on the faith.
‘Future of church in good hands,’ says Archbishop Gomez at closing Mass
When Indianapolis Archbishop Charles C. Thompson thanked Los Angeles Archbishop Jose H. Gomez for celebrating the Nov. 18 closi
Survey takes pulse of campus ministers, students with eye to betterment
In a survey of more than 4,000 Catholic campus ministers and students at U.S. colleges, campus ministers allude to areas that can be improved, while students acknowledge areas in faith and life where they struggle.
Alaina Laing: Song and service inspire Avon teen to find her voice
Seventeen-year-old Alaina Laing from St. Benedict Parish in Avon has taken ownership of her faith. While it continues to blossom, she said the roots have always been strong.
Paula Johnson: Glenwood mom puts faith into action to serve parish, community
Despite Paula Johnson’s busy family life, the YAYA award winner also finds time to work part time as the director of religious education for grades 1-6 at her parish, Sacred Heart in Glenwood.
Prepping for the 2018 synod
Students gather with Bishop Kettler to ask questions and give input for the 2018 Synod on Young People, Faith and Vocational Discernment.
How are parishes welcoming young adults?
It’s critical for young people to be given a welcome spot on parish councils.