Episode 579 - Youth Discipleship, Part II

About this episode

Steve Wood discusses the importance of family in youth discipleship and outlines a framework for authentic spiritual growth.

In Part II of this youth discipleship series, Steve Wood explains why parish-based large-group programs alone cannot form lifelong Christian disciples. Drawing on Scripture, real-world experience, and the teaching of Popes John Paul II and Benedict XVI, this episode lays out a clear, four-part framework for authentic youth discipleship—beginning with parents as the primary disciplers. Learn why family catechesis is irreplaceable, how camps and small groups can support real spiritual growth, and what’s fueling today’s widespread youth disengagement from the faith. For more resources, visit us online at www.BibleforCatholics.com.

People in this episode

Host: Steve Wood

Topics covered

• youth discipleship
• family catechesis
• spiritual growth
• faith disengagement

Keywords

• parish programs
• Popes John Paul II
• Benedict XVI
• camps
• small groups

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Scripture

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