21st Century Society has changed the way that we look at religion, and specifically Catholic teachings. Today, teenagers face many conflicts on a daily basis, all of which threaten the core of their faith. Even at a prestigious schools like Strake, we still face problems such as alcohol, drugs, and sex. All of which can be extremely tempting, but we have to have the fortitude to simply say no. Also, we deal with simple small things like finding the time to pray and attend mass weekly if not more. Our society has us convinced that we do not need anything more than money to have happiness. In reality, we all know that true happiness can only be found in loving people, and loving your life as a whole. Since God is true and complete love, the only way to have true and complete happiness, is through God. Consequently, the fight that we all face daily can lead to a total impact on one's life that can change it drastically. Therefore, we should always live our lives as Jesus did, and not be dependent upon society's standards. Society may give us happiness on earth, but the only way to have happiness throughout eternity is through God.
-Timmy Mashinski
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