Saint Meinrad Young Adult Initiative 2022 Report

This report from one cohort of Catholic parishes gives real-life examples of young adult ministry practices that work. Use the vignettes and guiding reflection questions starting on page 88 to consider how to implement these learnings in your own context.

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