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“How do we engage teens in faith and Eucharistic adoration?” This episode explores effective strategies for connecting with young people, addressing common misconceptions about reaching teens, and discussing the biblical foundations of Eucharistic adoration. Additionally, we delve into resources for catechists and ways to foster meaningful conversations about prayer with teens.

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Questions Covered:

  • 02:00 – What do we get wrong about reaching teens?
  • 18:25 – I teach catechism. What resources do you recommend implementing those principles?
  • 24:18 – I’m a catechist. The teens don’t even want to talk. How do you even start to engage them?
  • 31:55 – How do you capture the kids younger since in their teen years, we’ve already lost them?
  • 42:13 – I made my students feel like this was their program, their opportunity. What are your thoughts on that approach?
  • 45:14 – How do you talk about prayer to teens?
  • 49:17 – What things can you do to keep your young adult kids engaged when they come home from Catholic university?
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