8.01.2011

What is Life Teen? At St Thomas?

Life Teen is an international Catholic movement that serves the Church by providing resources and faith experiences that help lead teens closer to Christ. This is accomplished through a vibrant Eucharistic spirituality and by creating opportunities for teens to grow in their faith. There are two main components to Life Teen. The first is the Mass and the second is the youth group meetings. Through the Life Teen Mass and Life Nights (youth group meetings), high school teens learn more about their Catholic faith and grow to love the Sacraments, the Word, and the Mass. At a Life Teen parish, the priests, youth minister (and CORE Team of adults), and music ministry build an environment where teens feel loved, accepted, and compelled.


Life Teen Spirituality


Because of our deep Eucharistic devotion, Life Teen has developed a spirituality that is:

  • 100% Catholic
  • Obedient to the Magisterium
  • Centered on the Eucharist
  • Scriptural
  • Liturgical
  • Catechetical
  • Sacramental
  • Focused on social justice
  • Comprehensive

Our spirituality guides us in everything we do, both personally and professionally. As a team, Life Teen models seven Core Values, prompted by the Holy Spirit, that illustrate our spirituality, ministry model and movement:

  • Eucharistic spirituality
  • Love
  • Joy
  • Affirmation
  • Authenticity
  • Evangelization
  • Primary vocation



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