USCCB: bishops call for renewed emphasis on ministering to youth

December 01, 2016

Archbishop Charles Chaput, the chairman of the US bishops’ Committee on Laity, Marriage, Family Life and Youth, has called upon his brother bishops to “reaffirm our commitment to young people and our ministries with them.”

Archbishop Chaput was joined by Bishop Frank Caggiano, the USCCB Episcopal Liaison to World Youth Day.

Referring to the 2017 and 2018 diocesan celebrations of World Youth Day and the 2019 World Youth Day in Panama, the prelates said that “the themes of these next three years challenge us to accompany and support youth and young adults as they, in the company of our Blessed Mother, reflect on the past, engage in the present moment, and look to the future with hope.”

“We know young people across our country are struggling and seeking connections, and we commit to walking alongside them more intentionally, listening to their concerns, and ultimately pointing them towards Christ and wherever God calls them,” they added.

 

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Further information:

• Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, OFM Cap. and Bishop Frank J. Caggiano Statement on the Journey to World Youth Day and Upcoming Synod on Young People (USCCB)
• Theme announced for 2019 World Youth Day (CWN, 11/22)