Youth Speak News
Woodlawn is a film full of unexpected surprises, the biggest being lead actor Caleb Castille. Castille was originally signed on as a stunt double for the lead actor, but when the actor came up against visa issues just three days before filming, Castille was asked to step into the lead role.
King’s is helping to lift refugees out of poverty
By Rachel Gannon, Youth Speak NewsLONDON, ONT. - A little boy with long curly hair bounces around the worship space of Labatt Hall as Sunday Mass begins at King’s University College. Two-year old Zenos Istefan finds a seat next to the priest in the sanctuary. His family has only been in Canada since August, yet he has already made Canada and the worship space his home.
Mary Ward school sings for Syria
By Jean Ko Din, The Catholic RegisterTORONTO - Juno-nominated folk duo DALA is returning to its alma mater in hope of raising $30,000 for Lifeline Syria.
Pope Francis has his own pop album
By Julia Swist, Youth Speak NewsGod is calling us. Jesus is calling us. Now, Pope Francis is calling us, except this time he isn’t only using his words, he’s using music.
The heart of the Hamilton diocese
By Steven Travale, Youth Speak NewsWhen I was first accepted as a member of Youth Speak News, I knew my first task was to visit the Hamilton diocesan headquarters and introduce myself. It was important for me to do as an involved, young Catholic.
Made for more
By Regina Contreras, Youth Speak NewsYou may be thinking, “Oh another modesty piece? Haven’t we heard enough?” But the reality is that many of us face problems in terms of being modest on a daily basis.
Taking a cue from Pope Francis
By Julie Hall, Youth Speak NewsFollowing the visit of Pope Francis having just finished his journey to Cuba and the United States, there is no doubt going to be some papal buzz circulating over the next few weeks. This will not be the first time he will be making headlines since his papacy began in March of 2013. We have all seen many articles pertaining to his words, actions and teachings. Some have included bold statements on subjects such as climate change, the economy and abortion.
Renewing bonds between Muslim and Catholic youth
By Maria Montemayor, Youth Speak NewsTORONTO - After a year on hiatus, the Muslim- Catholic Student Dialogue has relaunched with high hopes for more successful bridge-building between the Muslim and Catholic communities in the Archdiocese of Toronto.
YSN responds to BuzzFeed video
By Youth Speak News TeamOn Sept. 7, BuzzFeed released a YouTube video titled I Am Christian, But... to address popular misconceptions about the Christian faith. The Register asked our youth writers to watch the video and offer us their thoughts.
LEADing youth to service
By Rachel Gannon, Youth Speak NewsIt is not surprising that the youth who participate in Franciscan LEAD are taking the next steps in living out their vocation. These youth already have a deep faith and the LEAD program encourages them to continue to say yes to God’s call in their lives.
Embracing the beauty of adoration
By Emma Hunter, Youth Speak NewsA year ago, my friend invited me to an all-night adoration event and I asked, “What’s that?” I had never heard of eucharistic adoration before.