youth
In Kenya, Pope Francis talks about youth, the environment and political corruption
By Fredrick Nzwili — November 25, 2015
NAIROBI, Kenya (RNS) Young people are any nation’s most valuable resource and to protect them, invest in them and offer them a helping hand, were the best ways their future could be assured, Francis said.
Pope Francis’ Africa trip will focus on youth, but security concerns abound
By Rosie Scammell — November 24, 2015
VATICAN CITY (RNS) Engaging Africa's youth is the focus of the trip. But concerns over the pope’s safety have emerged, especially in the Central African Republic, where there has been ongoing violence since a 2013 coup.
COMMENTARY: In the case of Michael Sam, youth lead the way
By Carl W. Kenney — February 13, 2014
(RNS) How did a story like Michael Sam's coming out fail to be reported on a campus known for having one of the top journalism schools in the world? Because, in the minds of the students at the University of Missouri, being gay is no big deal.
St. Louis Archdiocese orders end to alcohol at youth events
By Stephen Deere — October 31, 2013
Under a new policy that goes into effect Friday, drinking will not be allowed at any event that is directed primarily toward minors. Archbishop Robert J. Carlson announced the change in a letter to parishioners last week. Now alcohol at games or other events directed toward minors “is not to be served to anyone or brought in by someone,” according to the letter.
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