My senior high youth group was bright, engaged, eager to share opinions, and compassionate.
I still carry those days with me as my entrance into Christian discipleship: the informal yet passionate conversation mixed with opportunities to participate in service projects were my first, lasting taste of what it means to be part of the church.
I believe that many others who have been a part of youth groups could say similar things. But after graduation, that energy disappears and something else takes its place.
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