RENEW International: Reaching Out to Young Adults

RENEW International recognizes that young adults are at an important transitional time in their lives. They are trying to figure out who they are, what they want to do, and how they fit into the world. During their 20's and college years, they are exposed to academic and social stresses. Young people are surrounded by peer pressure and can be exposed to unhealthy influences and temptations. In their 20's and 30's, people often get married and consider starting their own families. However, it's best that they first have a strong spiritual sense and moral foundation before making the sacrament of marriage and raising children. A spouse and children will need support and guidance, which can be difficult if their partner and parent isn't certain of his or her own path. Even if a person was raised in a household with an emphasis on faith, young adulthood is a natural time of questioning and self-examination. RENEW International recognizes the challenges of these years and reached out to young adults with the programs: Campus RENEW and RENEW Theology on Tap.

Campus RENEW is a faith-sharing process which has been enthusiastically welcomed on college and university campuses. It bolsters campus ministry programs using students and faculty to encourage peer involvement. RENEW helps students find or reconnect with their faith during this time of emerging adulthood. In keeping with the concerns of students looking to educate themselves about social and global issues, RENEW International has developed, "The World on Campus". This new faith-sharing resource addresses current issues as seen through prayer, Scripture, and Catholic Social Teaching. RENEW Theology on Tap is a highly sought-after program by many parishes throughout the country and around the world. It is a dynamic young Catholic adult ministry which evangelizes young people and helps lead them back to active involvement in the Church. Adults in their 20's and 30's gather together in comfortable group settings and explore theological topics made relevant to their lives and experiences today. Young people are happier once they know the comfort and strength of God's love and receive guidance from Scripture. Through the programs and materials of RENEW International, they are finding their own adult voice and embracing their faith, while discovering the joy of celebrating spirituality with others.