An Inside Look at Our Par On Fire for Christ and W
hen young Catholic adults graduate college, move out on their own for the first time, enter into a serious relationship, or begin their professional careers, they often are met with the realization that the world is very secular. No one knows this better than Maya Reagan, the Co-Leader of the Young Adult Group at Our Lady of Lourdes. “So often, young Catholics are told to sit down and stay quiet when it comes to faith and speaking on topics that might disrupt the societal equilibrium,” Maya says. “This fosters compliance and spiritual mundanity instead of passion for sharing the Gospel. Our world and this age group need that fire put back inside of them.” Setting the young adults of our parish on fire is exactly what the Young Adult Group strives to do. The ministry encourages its members to grow spiritually through fellowship, study, and the sacraments. Our Young Adult Group, which was started this past May, is geared towards young professionals, young couples, and young families, typically 22-32 years old. A weekly small group is hosted every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the Bernadette Center. The group’s first topic last May
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was how to manage stress and anxiety from a biblical perspective. This study ended in October when they moved on to a new topic, defending the faith and apologetics. A typical small-group discussion lasts about an hour and a half. However, after each meeting, many members like to continue
their conversation at a nearby brewery or restaurant. This provides a more relaxed environment to share a meal and grow together in the faith. In addition to their weekly small group and monthly adoration, the Young Adult Group hosts fun group outings. Shortly before Thanksgiving, they enjoyed an event held at continued on page 5
“So often, young Catholics are told to sit down and stay quiet when it comes to faith and speaking on topics that might disrupt the societal equilibrium. This fosters compliance and spiritual mundanity instead of passion for sharing the Gospel. Our world and this age group need that fire put back inside of them.” — M aya R eagan 04
