Young Catholics

“Everywhere we see more and more young people coming to parishes and high school chaplaincies to ask to prepare for baptism.”

Earlier this year, FOCUS announced SEEK 2027 will take place Jan. 1-5 in two cities that have hosted it before: San Antonio and Columbus, Ohio.

“What’s going on in our country is horrible, and it’s really important for our young generation to use our voices to stand up for what’s right.”

Nationwide, the number of adult baptisms skyrocketed to 17,800 catechumens baptized during the Easter Vigil on April 19, 2025.

Mendoza received only one scholarship offer. He stayed patient. He stayed disciplined. And, by his own account, he stayed grounded in his Catholic faith.

“It’s very important that we try to build human relationships, good friendships, and above all, friendship with Jesus,” the pope told thousands of young people.

Thousands of youth and young adults across the nation were assured of God’s love and call for their lives during an annual gathering spanning three cities.

“When good things happen to good people, it’s a win for everyone. His speech was a testament to his hope and determination.”

Fifty French Catholics killed under German Nazism were beatified Dec. 13, 2025, during a Mass at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris — an event that recognized their witness of faith …

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