Tonight's presentation on Saints and Relics "Family Edition" at St. Elizabeth Church was structured to introduce teenagers to the richness of Catholic tradition, highlighting the lives of holy men and women and the sacred relics associated with them. This presenter emphasized that our Saints were ordinary people transformed by extraordinary faith, which resonated with the teenagers and kept them attentive throughout.
The youthful audience was engrossed as they listened to vivid stories of holy individuals who faced real life struggles - peer pressure, doubts, fears, illness, etc. ‐ and they found the Saints relatable rather than distant historical figures; ample photos also helped to break up the talk and maintain focus.
Ven. Domenica Lazzeri; St. Gianna Beretta Molla; St. John Paul II; Bl. Karl of Austria; Sts. Louis
& Zelie Martin w/St. Therese of Lisieux; St. Padre Pio; and St. Peregrine Laziosi
The presentation concluded with a moment of prayer, encouraging the teens to internalize what they had learned and to see Saints as intercessors and companions in faith. They were then invited to approach the relics on display, which gave them a concrete way to grow their budding devotion. Several lingered, whispering prayers, indicating that the talk had sparked genuine interest and sincere veneration.
I'm thankful to God and for my team of behind-the-scener prayer warriors whose support greatly helped this speaker to successfully meet my threefold goal of maintaining my audience's attention; engaging their participation; and encouraging veneration by fostering personal connections to Saints and relics. Many of the youth left not only informed but also inspired, carrying with them a sense of reverence and devotion.
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