Matthew 18:3
And whoever receives one child such as this in my name receives me.
Today I'm spending a lot of time talking with priests and youth ministry experts about how we can make teenagers and young adults in the church feel important and listened to. How can we make the Church more alive and relevant to them without sacrificing what makes Her so beautiful?
I think it all starts with this verse. Listen to them. Get on their level instead of talking down to them. Value them for more than babysitters and trash collectors at church events. Allow them to tell you something instead of always thinking you're the one with something to teach.
Really, these are great lessons for interacting with people of all ages. Start by listening. I learned a great trick the other day to become a better listener. Take a breath before responding. That gives the person a chance to finish what they are saying. I tried it the other day and failed miserably, but it was a step in the right direction. If you're a young person reading this or listening to this prayer time, please know you are valued here at Spirit FM and we are praying for you.
