Speaking Out

Dating is meant for preparation for marriage, but it can also be fun, writes Youth Speak News' Patrick Grant.

Speaking Out: Teenage dating the right way

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When I was a kid, I had a crush on a girl. As far as I was concerned I was going to grow up, marry this girl, have kids with her, etc. However, later on I developed a crush on a different girl.

"God wants what is best for us and has been generous in giving us our bodies," writes Youth Speak News' Rebecca Atkinson

Speaking Out: A little ‘me’ time will do wonders

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It was mid-April when I had my first Friday night off work since the beginning of September.

Queen Victoria's vision for a united Canada is an ongoing progress, writes Youth Speak News' Emily Barber.

Speaking Out: Queen Victoria’s vision for a united Canada still needs work

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Victoria Day, which falls on May 22 this year, is much beloved by Canadians, though we suspect the reasons have less to do with paying tribute to the British monarch than enjoying its accompanying long weekend.

People hold images of Our Lady of Guadalupe and photos of their family members, who they say were killed because of their alleged involvement in illegal drugs, during a March 2 protest and march in memory of the victims in Manila, Philippines.

Speaking Out: Philippines' Church keeps faith in face of injustice

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“Okay din si Duterte! (Duterte is alright!),” my dad said in approval. Gathered at the dinner table, talk of the boorish Filipino president peppered our family meal.

Real listening when facing opposition to Church teaching doesn't require acceptance in the sense of agreement, writes Youth Speak News' Mae Fernandes.

Speaking Out: How to respond to opposition to Church teaching

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Recently, a friend of mine told me about a conversation she had with a classmate at college. To make a long story short, the topic of abortion came up and once this classmate realized my friend was pro-life, she started to get angry.

By making religion an invitation, schools will allow room for students take ownership of their faith, writes Youth Speak News' Patrick Peori.

Speaking Out: Bring out the ‘Catholic’ in Catholic education

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I am a product of the Catholic education system and if you were to ask me what I learned in high school I would tell you I didn’t learn enough about my faith.

"God’s creation is not the property of a few individuals but rather a gift we should equally share," writes Youth Speak News' Elizabeth Chelmecki,

Speaking Out: Climate change is a moral crisis

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I am almost completely removed from nature in my daily life. I don’t have to worry about where my water is coming from and the food I eat is easily accessible at the supermarket. My life, and the lives of my family and friends, are not in any immediate danger because of global warming.

Through science and miracles, I have learned more about my relationship with God, writes Youth Speak News' Vanessa Chan.

Speaking Out: Of science and miracles

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He is risen! Truly, He is risen! We have just begun our celebration of the most incredible miracle of all time — the miracle of Easter.

Alister Vaz writes about the importances of what Pope Francis calls the 'domestic Church,' which is one's family.

Speaking Out: How I serve the domestic Church

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It has been one year since Amoris Laetitia was released and Pope Francis’ apostolic letter remains just as relevant today.

Pablo Ráez is a reminder that no matter the age or circumstance, we should leave the world a better place for others, writes Youth Speak New's Breanna Azevedo.

Speaking Out: Strive to have a heart like Pablo Ráez

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What are you doing to leave a mark on this Earth?

The wooden cross is a physical manifestation of carrying my cross, writes Teresa Quadros of Youth Speak News.

Speaking Out: My wooden cross keeps my faith alive

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Every so often, I get questioning looks directed at the cross hanging from my neck. Sometimes, people are curious to know what that wooden symbol means.

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