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Finding Young Adults

Advent Faith Sharing brings Young Adults together for an evening of conversation as the church prepares for the Christmas Season. This gathering will offer young adults space for quiet reflection, reading scripture, and sharing favorite poems, short stories, or writings about Christmas.

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Young adults are seeking spiritual formation outside of Sunday Mass. It is important to know where to reach them. Here are some ideas from Paul Jarzembowski:

·   Online: It’s the primary way to connect with friends and build lasting relationships (including marriage) — and the most trusted place to learn new things and spend all their time.

·   @ Work (or Campus): Young adults are overworked, overwhelmed, and overcommitted, so chances are, on Sunday mornings, they are either working overtime or taking a much-needed rest.

·   With Friends and Family: Young adults crave community — and with any free time, use it to connect with friends and family (either through social media or in person).

·      Praying: Surprisingly, even though young adults are going to church less often, studies show that many do strive for a spiritual life — through personal prayer, meditation and exercise, among other spiritual disciplines

There are more tips for finding young adults in the Essentials section of Young Adult Ministry in a Box.

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