2011 Franciscan University Youth Conference Theme: Rooted

2011 Steubenville Youth Conference Theme: Rooted in Jesus

Echoing the Church's theme for World Youth Day in 2011, we are pleased to announce that this years theme is: Rooted. We live in a culture that easily seeks identity in the things of this world, which are sending us messages of appealing false, half-truths and counterfeits that seem to promise joy in this life. With this year's theme, Rooted, we will emphasize that true identity is in Christ.  To authentically live the abundant life that God calls us to,  it is very important to remain “rooted and built up in Him” as a daily journey of receiving God’s Truth. The image of roots denotes strength, stability, and growth.  The Sacraments and prayer are a living and effective source of strengthening our roots for the Christian journey ahead.

As therefore you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so live in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.– Colossians 2:6-7

“Life is a journey, certainly. But it is not an uncertain journey without a fixed destiny; it leads to Christ, the end of human life and history. On this journey you will meet with Him who gave his life for love, and opens to you the doors of eternal life. I invite you, therefore, to be formed in the faith that gives meaning to your life and strengthens your convictions, so as to be able to remain firm in the difficulties of each day. Moreover, I exhort you, on your journey to Christ, to be able to attract your young friends, your study and work companions, so that they too will know him and confess him as Lord of their lives. To do this, let the force from on high, which is within you, the Holy Spirit, manifest Pope Benedicthimself with his immense attractiveness. Young people of today need to discover the new life that comes from God, to be satiated by the truth that has its source in Christ who died and was resurrected and who the Church has received as a treasure for all men.”
 
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What People Are Saying:

The speakers and workshops were great, but the best part of the trip was definitely adoration. The music was better than I expected; so much that I can't stop singing them. » Read More
— Teen
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— Priest
Once again I saw s break down their barriers and be open to Christ. I greatly appreciated the extra focus on confession throughout the weekend. Several of my teens were able to feel they have started on a new path. » Read More
— Youth Minister
What I found to be the best part was the fact that the weekend wasn't just about God and me, but it was about God in everything I do. I came back home knowing there was a change in my heart. » Read More
— Teen
I didn't want to go. But after listening for about 12 hours of the conference, I realized that I had let life cover up my love for the Lord. Even though I was their as a support cast, the words washed over me and made me better! » Read More
— Adult Leader
I had an amazing experience with God and he completely changed my outlook on how I was living my life. I think adoration on Saturday night is the most beautiful and probably intense thing I have ever experienced. – I thought everything was amazing!! Bei » Read More
— Teen
I felt so relieved and free from all my sin. I felt like the weight of the world was lifted off of my shoulders. I felt the Holy Spirit in my soul. It was something I had never felt before in my life. » Read More
— Teen
This conference was AMAZING! It changed my life. The priests were awesome along with all of the leaders and entertainment. I especially enjoyed Eucharistic Adoration! It was so powerful and moving. I loved meeting new people from New York, Maryland, India » Read More
— Teen
The energy of all the teens was crazy awesome and inspiring. The speakers were funny and knowledgeable. The love of Chirst and the presense of the Holy Spirit was so evident there. » Read More
— Youth Minister
I loved everything about the conference, it was life changing, and it really was amazing. » Read More
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