Students’ toy drive at Holy Cross H.S. ensured many children had the best task on Christmas Day – unwrapping gifts they otherwise may not have had.
Our Youth
Project Andrew in Elmhurst
On Thursday, Jan. 7, 23 men from Cathedral Prep School and Seminary, Elmhurst, and three men from Xaverian H.S., Bay Ridge, were moved after experiencing Project Andrew, an opportunity for young men to learn about the priesthood.
Youth Views: What’s your take on New Year’s resolutions?
I believe that New Year’s resolutions are a great thing to do. Setting goals for yourself motivates you to continue climbing the mountain and reach its highest peak. It gives me, personally, drive and ambition.
Teen Newsflash
WYD Fundraiser at Our Lady of Light parish, St. Albans on Jan. 23; Brooklyn Youth Catholic Day Registration is now open; and Change at the Youth Page.
Whitestone Teens Don’t Sweat 100+ Meal Challenge for Charity
The Holy Trinity Youth Ministry Group in Whitestone set out to accomplish the “100+ meal challenge.”
What is a sacrifice that you’ve made that was worth it?
A sacrifice in my life that I’ve made was giving up my time to altar serve, but at the end of the day, it made me feel better as a person.
Our Youth Show Diversity through Service
Students throughout the diocese serve God’s people utilizing the various gifts God has bestowed upon them.
YV: What is a sacrifice that you’ve made that was worth it?
I gave up my summer vacation to go to work and earn money. It was a great experience since I paid for my food and traveling expenses with the money I earned. I understand a little better how the world works.
Teens think vocation
Recently, the youth ministry of St. Sebastian’s parish, Woodside, Queens, embarked on two trips to encourage young people to deepen their faith and discern well their God-given vocations.
Youth Views: “The world has heard enough of the so-called rights of man. Let it hear something of the rights of God.” — Pope Leo XIII
I personally feel this means that people should be focusing more on their faith. I can relate to this because I sometimes see how I worry more about what’s going on and I leave my faith behind. This inspires me to strengthen my faith.
