Mission & Evangelization

Thirsting for God: How to Address Young Adults’ Crisis of Meaning

by Msgr. James Shea

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Gen Z and young millennials are searching more ardently for meaning in life than generations before them. Monsignor James Shea shares firsthand observations on the struggles of young adults today and their deep desire for lives of purpose, as well as practical advice for evangelizing young people—laying the groundwork for a life of Christian faith, discipleship, and holiness.

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