Saturday, February 25 | Period 6 | 2:45pm - 4:00pm 

Young people have a tremendous capacity to do incredible things as evidenced by the numerous saints who were teenagers. Not only this, but Jesus called many teenagers to follow Him as disciples in His ministry. In order to reach Gen Z, we must engage youth as never before by making them the "hero" of the story. This workshop focuses on the important ministry shifts that must take place to make teenagers protagonists in our ministry and push our evangelizations effort forward in necessary ways.

Joel Stepanek is Vice President of Parish Services for Life Teen International guiding several teams that support Catholic parishes in creating and sustaining vibrant youth ministries that form passionate Catholic evangelists/disciples. He is a sought-after speaker who has traveled across the world speaking to groups of all sizes, ages, and vocations. An author of several books, including, "Chasing Humility: 8 Ways to Shape a Christian Heart",  he co-authored, "The 99", an evangelization program from Ascension Press.  Joel holds a Masters degree in Religious eEucation and in Organizational Leadership.  Joel is married and has 3 children.   

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