Young Voices

Young Voices columnists are Catholics in their 20s and 30s who share their views of the church and the world.

Voting day is a new beginning

Nov 8, 2018

Young Voices: The election's over. In one sense I'm sad to see it go. I've been heartbroken for the two years since President Donald Trump was elected. That night, this date, two years ago, my wife and I were celebrating our second wedding anniversary.

Tired of the news? Acknowledge that action begets reaction

by Brian Harper

Nov 1, 2018

Young Voices: Over the past few months, several friends have shared that they are feeling something bordering on political burnout. From a certain perspective, I appreciate the weariness. It would be a mistake, though, to tune out entirely.

In thanksgiving, lessons learned from a beautiful life

by Christian Mocek

Oct 25, 2018

Young Voices: It wasn't her sickness that captivated me, although it was the reason I learned about her. Claire Wineland had a unique and charismatic way of turning hardship into blessing.

Jesus and Pope Francis: Contagious peace and joy

by Jocelyn A. Sideco

Oct 18, 2018

Young Voices: Our church is huge. I would like to think that our universal community can take a lot of diversity. We just don't have to prove we are better than one another or more holy than the next holy companion.

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Voting day is a new beginning

Tired of the news? Acknowledge that action begets reaction

In thanksgiving, lessons learned from a beautiful life

Jesus and Pope Francis: Contagious peace and joy

Nunzio Sulprizio, a messenger that the church and world need right now

Humility can be the key to moving forward

Where do we turn when our deepest fears become national headlines?

Why I'm staying Catholic

In the face of this scandal's abuse of power, listen to the powerless

In response to scandal, join the 'nones' on the road to Emmaus

'I was in prison and you came to me'

Associate movement sees future rich with hope

As we celebrate, we create communion

To follow Jesus, we must become vulnerable

Winning the hearts and minds of young voters

Rediscovering the daily examen with my daughter

Souter's approach to Constitution parallels Ignatian discernment

Would Jesus invite President Trump to a steak dinner?

Dorothy Day offered herself as she was to God

Everyone forgets about Mary Oliver's grasshopper

Parish becomes intercultural

To break versus to break open

Build a legacy: Take first step and get moving

5 fascinating podcast episodes for your thoughtful summer leisure

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