Speaking Out
It would be impossible to encompass all the ways a Catholic woman could live purposefully in 2020. However, one virtual workshop explained some of the core elements in a six-session thought-provoking series of online talks and seminars.
Speaking Out: We all can be holy and good
By Paula Ducepec, Youth Speak NewsA friend of mine shared a Facebook post from a Catholic youth group. He commented: “Finally a saint with a picture with his tongue out and wearing jeans, t-shirt and a sweater. We could possibly have been Facebook friends too.”
Speaking Out: Unprecedented school challenges
By Kathleena Henricus, Youth Speak NewsIf there are teachers or students in your life, I urge you to pray for them because this school year is nothing like anything anyone has seen before.
Speaking Out: Can an atheist be virtuous?
By Bernadette TimsonDoes virtue require faith? If not, can an atheist be a virtuous person? For many Christians, it does not occur to us to ask this question, because some assume that the answer is an immediate “no.”
Speaking Out: To wear or not to wear rosary
By Mary French, Youth Speak NewsThe message of Our Lady of Fatima from a century ago continues to echo today: Pray the rosary every day. Our Lady of Medjugorje has also said we should keep a rosary on us at all times.
Speaking Out: Listen to the silence
By Angelica Vecchiato, Youth Speak News“God always speaks to you. All you have to do is listen”
Speaking Out: Our Lady helps us find our way
By Elizabeth Gay, Youth Speak NewsEmployers often require references from new hires to ensure they are the best candidate. A worthwhile process, to be sure, but not an approach one should have when sampling Marian devotions.
Speaking Out: Embrace your student vocation
By Mary French, Youth Speak NewsWith new public health regulations in place to combat COVID-19 in school boards nationwide and many of our exciting activities shut down or limited, there is no doubt this school year will be unlike any other.
Speaking Out: YSN enriched my bond with God
By Sarah Wentzell, Youth Speak NewsA few days ago, I got back from my last hiking trip of the summer. As I sat on a pebbled Lake Superior beach at night and watched a crescent moon paint the water with a mystical glow, everything seemed peaceful and tranquil.
Speaking Out: Wearing a mask shows you care
By Paula Ducepec, Youth Speak NewsConspiracy theorists portray masks as a ploy by the government to control people and restrict their rights for freedom. Anti-maskers brand themselves as freedom fighters as they fight the mandate to wear this symbol of oppression, restraint and imprisonment.
Speaking Out: Charities must be transparent
By Vincent Pham, Youth Speak NewsWE Charity is a Canadian non-profit organization that I contributed time and effort to throughout my years in elementary and secondary school.