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Category Archives: Evangelization

Why do people walk away from faith? What can we do about it?

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Karla Bellinger
Empty pews

I was giving the keynote address for a parish annual festival. Those who listened sat in a beautifully decorated dark room. Standing at the lectern on the stage, the bright spotlights blinded my eyes. Since connection is my passion, I Continue reading →

Posted in Evangelization

Young people say “relate to me.” How do we do that?

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Karla Bellinger
Youth at Prayer

If “connecting” is our mission and listening to high school students is our source of input, then what does it mean to young people to “connect”? In their words, 561 kids described connection. Here’s what they said: “Relate to me.” Continue reading →

Posted in Evangelization, Youth | Tagged Are You Talking to Me? study, preaching with youth

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