As many Catholics may know, May is the month of the Blessed Virgin Mary. To many Marian devotees, she is considered a mother to all Christians who brings us closer to God. Throughout many centuries, Mary has appeared to many children and youth around the world, especially those who opened their minds and hearts to God, evoking to them a call to prayer and conversion of humankind amidst our world contaminated by sin – a world that strays away from the Truth and teachings of Go

Justony Vasquez from St. Patrick's R.C. Church & Justin Villanueva from St. Joseph's R.C. Church are both leaders in the CFC-Youth community. Do you want to become part of the Youthink Music Team? Become a contributor! Visit the home page! #audrey #assad #good #to #me #justony #vasquez #justin #villanueva #cover #cfc #youth

Open hands, eyes looking down towards us with compassion and love, a face that is beautiful that seems to be untouched while having the image of maternal love and a pureness of heart, all of which cannot fully describe our Mother Mary. The mother of Jesus, the virgin, the Immaculate Conception, the holy one and the purest are just a few of the ideas I encountered growing up. Although I was taught these things I never really knew who she really was. Mary in my life was just th

If I named the store Walmart, what first comes to mind? For some, it’s the sweet deals all-year round (go George!), for others it’s the enchanting smell of McDonald’s fries. I’m certain that for some, including myself, thinking of Walmart reminds us of a certain yodelling young man that has ignited the whole internet world in excitement. The viral sensation, Mason Ramsey was featured on the Ellen DeGeneres Show, and even performed at Coachella, a global music festival. Now,

Do you enjoy having a fit and toned body? I know I do. I love seeing my muscles starting to take form and the feeling of being strong and healthy. However, these results don’t appear overnight. In order to achieve this reality, I must exercise regularly. In my own life, when I haven’t been in a steady exercise routine, I often get into the head space of desiring the results while not wanting to put in the effort. I can imagine how I’ll feel when I am fit and toned. I can imag

There is so much strength that comes with courage but from experience, I know that courage does not at all mean the absence of fear. Courage allows us to face any situation even when fear wants to stare at us straight in the face. Courage allows us to trust in our Heavenly Father’s faithfulness and know that He will provide. I know many courageous people but among the most courageous people that I have come across and whose strength I have witnessed would have to be all of th

Welcome to our first music ministry SPOTLIGHT! The goal for these series of videos are to highlight the different music ministries in our Archdiocese. We hope to showcase, educate, evangelize, and connect people to their church music ministry. We aim to inspire, evangelize, and encourage, young people to share their God-given gift of music by joining their parish music ministry. We also hope to educate the young people about the importance and significance of music in the

Welcome to our first Youthink Music post! One of our goals are to highlight the many musicians and talents in our Archdiocese. With our original songs/covers, we hope to inspire & evangelize the young people to share the God-given gift of music. Vernon Dacayanan is a parishioner of St. Peter's R.C. Church and serves actively as a Chapter Servant for Youth for Family & Life (CFC-YFL). He attended Maples Collegiate where his love for music grew through Jazz Band & Jazz Choir.