Lifeteen/Edge Youth Ministry Recap
Friday, January 24, 2020

Dear Parents and Family,
This past Friday night we continued to explore the word  fiat ("let it be") focusing on trust. The youth began by playing a game where they were guided by a partner to draw a picture one step at a time. This tied into the idea that when we follow God, we do not always see the big picture but trust Him to lead us one step at a time. We were reminded that Mary is our greatest example of trust in God and what it looks like to say  fiat to God's plans for our lives. Following the teaching, the youth put candy into a cup or took it out based on different scenarios where trust was either strengthened or broken between friends. This activity gave them a visible example of how trust works in a relationship. The small group time ended with the youth praying a shortened version of the Litany of Trust and they were encouraged to pray  "Jesus, I trust in you" throughout their daily lives.

Main Ideas

• Saying fiat to God is not always going to be easy, but we can turn to Mary as our example to see that we can trust God even if we do not see the whole picture.
• Mary said fiat when the angel Gabriel told her that she would give birth to the Son of God. Even though she did not fully understand, she trusted God and the world was forever changed with the birth of Jesus.
• Not only did Mary trust God, but God also trusted Mary--she is our mother, our help, and our guide as we strive to follow God's will.

Catechism Reference
"The Virgin Mary most perfectly embodies the obedience of faith. By faith Mary welcomes the tidings and promise brought by the angel Gabriel, believing that 'with God nothing will be impossible' and so giving her assent: 'Behold I am the handmaid of the Lord; let it be [done] to me according to your word'" (CCC 148).

Scripture Reference
"And Mary said, 'Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.' And the angel departed from her" (Luke 1:38).

Family Reflection Questions

• How are step-by-step directions similar to how God guides us?
• Why is Mary the greatest example of trusting in God's plans?
• What is one gift, talent, or relationship in your life that God has trusted you with?

Check out Parent Life website at http://ltparentlife.com/ for resources on how to guide your teen in a faith-filled way through modern day culture!