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Summer Movie Lessons

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With the summer movie season already upon us, it’s time to sit back, grab some popcorn, and enjoy the ride! While most well-known their adventure and explosions, there are also some kernels of “life lessons” tucked away in summer’s hits.

First up, “The Avengers: Age of Ultron.” Share this reflection on Hawkeye, one of the movie’s characters, with young adults and talk about the character’s insecurities and their own.

  • How do you identify with Hawkeye’s sense of insecurity? What are situations where you feel insecure and unsure of yourself?
  • What unique gifts or talents do you bring to the table at your job or as part of your parish or young adult group?
  • How do you reassure yourself — and others — when you feel like you aren’t fitting in?

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