Two examples of Catholic Youth in action

I found two examples of Catholic Youth in action in the United States. The first one is an article about the Crossroads walk - a pro-life pilgrimage across the United States. It publicizes the dedication these college age students have for the pro-life message. 3 groups of college kids walk across the country. Inspired by Pope John Paul II and a speech he gave at World Youth Day in Denver, they are being the feet of Christ and are the face of the pro-life movement in the Church. Here is one part about the response of people to these youth:

Sarah Gallaher, a Franciscan University student from Arvin, Calif., was one of the northern walkers. "People honk, smile and wave. Some share their stories with us," she was quoted as saying by The Bakersfield Californian. "We've had some negative responses, but it's been 95 percent positive. America is pro-life -- we just need more people to stand up and say so."


The other example of Youth in action is the All School Liturgy that happened in Fort Worth, Texas last Wednesday. They expected 6,000 Catholic students from 19 schools to get together for a Mass to celebrate the new school year. This is a great example of bringing the massive numbers of Catholics together to worship together and fellowship. Here is one mother's reflection on the All School Liturgy:

Michelle Meekins of Fort Worth, whose two daughters attend St. Andrew Catholic School in Fort Worth, said she is looking forward to accompanying students to the event.
"When we have weekly Mass at St. Andrew and have 800 students stand up, hold hands and say the Lord's Prayer, it's very powerful," she said. "You see them do that and you think, 'We're all on the same road.' I'm not a teary person, but that brings tears to my eyes. And I'm looking forward to doing that on a larger scale."